Communication and Media Studies 446

COMS 446: Media Production 4: Studio

Prerequisites: COMS 130, COMS 146 (C- or Better), COMS 246, COMS 247, COMS 346, and COMS 347; or permission of the instructor.
Credit Hours:
3 credits 

Instructional Method: Three hours lecture and laboratory
Note(s): Humanistic or Artistic Expression designated course
.

Provides advanced skills in video production through production in a studio environment and beyond. Students gain experience with a variety of studio equipment and software, as well as different production roles. Finally, students learn to work as both individuals and as members of
a team.

Detailed Description of Content of the Course

This course focuses on advanced video production that centers on studio production. Students gain knowledge and skills through hands-on experience with various pieces of equipment, software, and roles. Students work as both individuals and as part of a team to plan and execute effective and high-quality productions. Students also continue to refine their video and audio skills from prior courses through the creation of individual assets, such as videos, outside of the studio. Students get exposed to various studio scenarios, including, but not limited to, newscasts.

Detailed Description of Conduct of Course:

This course will consist of lectures, discussions, and demonstrations. Students may be asked to read material from a required textbook, watch videos, and/or read articles or selections from books. Students will work on assignments in and out of class and will produce studio productions.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  1. Describe different studio scenarios/uses.
  2. Understand and operate studio equipment.
  3. Understand and properly perform studio production roles.
  4. Write a variety of scripts appropriate to studio production.
  5. Plan and execute successful studio productions.
  6. Work as both an individual and as a team member.

Assessment Measures:

  1. Individual and group assignments/projects that demonstrate knowledge of studio production.
  2. Individual video assignments/projects that demonstrate high-quality audio and video production.

 

Review and Approval

April 19, 2016

May 2011

March 01, 2021

Revised June, 2023