CMAP 4100 - Directors Workshop

(3) Credit Hours
Prerequisite: FILM 2100, FILM 3020, and FILM 3480 with a grade of C or better
This course will cover the basic elements of directing short narrative films. Students will learn the fundamentals of story development, film aesthetics and performance, as well as on-set management, budgeting and scheduling. Students will also learn how to effectively communicate their ideas to both the cast and the crew in order to successfully develop a short script or story idea into a completed film. Working collaboratively in small groups, students will complete several short projects that apply directing techniques. The course will culminate in a finished short film of approximately 5-10 minutes.