GFA 3040 - Introduction to Editing with Avid Media Composer I00

(6) Credit Hours
Prerequisite: GFA 1040  with a grade of C or better
The theory and practices of film and television editing are presented through lecture, demonstration, and hands-on exercises. The curriculum is designed to incorporate the industry-standard Avid Media Composer Certified Training in the most recent Fundamentals 1 (MC101) and Fundamentals 2 (MC110) courses. Avid’s certification training is supplemented with academic curriculum, including but not limited to: an historical overview of the editing process and tools; current processes, procedures and terminology; project organization; digital file codecs and audio sample rates; an introduction to concepts and tools of color grading; and introductory troubleshooting. Technical operations are covered, including ingesting footage, preparation of dailies, media management, picture editing, audio mixing, audio effects, visual effects, color correction, and digital file delivery. Upon successful completion of this course, students will demonstrate the skills needed for entry-level positions in film and television post-production. Emphasis will be placed on understanding industry standards and employer expectations for professional film and television post-production.  GFA 3040 is the upper-level option of GFA 2040.  Students cannot take both the 2000 and 3000/4000 level option of equivalent courses.  Either the 2000 or 3000 level course would satisfy the prerequisite for its related 4000 level course.  If pursuing the Nexus, the 3000/4000 level-upper division course is required.  Pursuing the 2000 level course will not result in a Nexus degree, but may be used towards GFA certification.