ART 174 - Documentary Video

3 credits

This course examines directing and producing techniques through the study of documentary videos and films. Students explore the social, psychological, political, and ethical issues that define the documentary film genre, and develop a proposal for their own documentary project. Topics covered include how to find and tell a story, and how to communicate a statement through visual and journalistic techniques. Essential production and budget management strategies are also reviewed. Center for the Arts, Peekskill Extension Center.

Class Hours: 3 Prerequisites: ART 151A Digital Video I, or permission of instructor.