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RTV 022
Techniques of Video Production
William Story - Contact Information:
TV Studio - (209) 954-5831
Office - (209) 954-5581
RTV 022 - Techniques of Video Production
Professor: William Story Semester/Session: Fall 2011
Semester/Session: Fall 2011Phone: 954-5831 & 954-5581
E-Mail: wstory@deltacollege.edu
Office: Shima 146/135 (office hours by appointment & TBA schedule)
Course website: http://www.deltacollegeradio.com (Click on the RTV 022 tab)
Campus Information: http://www.deltacollege.edu/ Phone: (209) 954-5151 Emergency: 954-5000
Course Title: Techniques of Video ProductionCourse Code: 64931
Course Code: 64931Department and Course Number: RTV 022
Class Meets: Thursday 10:00am – 11:00am
Units: 3.0
Lecture hours: 1.00
TBA Lab Hours: 6.00
Course Description: This course is designed to provide intermediate television production skills intended for the student seeking employment in the television, editing, video production, and multimedia industries. Emphasis on theory and practice in television production including, planning, writing, producing, staging, and directing interviews, commercials, public service announcements, dramatic pieces, multimedia, and other program segments. Special emphasis will be placed on non-linear video editing techniques. (CSU)
Method of Instruction:
Methods of instruction may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Lecture
2. Lab
Textbook and/or Supplies Required:
Text Book - TELEVISION PRODUCTION HANDBOOK
Author: ZETTL ISBN: 9780495898849 Edition: 11TH 12
New: $195.65 Used: $146.75
Supplies
Materials for recording:Minimum 10 blank DVD-RsMinimum 2 blank mini-DV tapesMinimum 1 external storage drive (minimum: 500 GB - USB or IEEE 1394 connection)
GOALS:
General Goals: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate the tools utilized in video production.
Demonstrate the tools utilized in video production.2. Demonstrate the techniques of audio and video propagation, recording, and reproduction.
Demonstrate the techniques of audio and video propagation, recording, and reproduction.3. Produce broadcast-quality programming using a non-linear digital video-editing program.
Produce broadcast-quality programming using a non-linear digital video-editing program.OBJECTIVES:
Specific Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate basic components of television producing and directing, including planning,
scripting, storyboarding, floor plans with placement of cameras.
2. Demonstrate basic skills in making contact with outside individuals and agencies and working
with them to achieve specific goals.
3. Direct studio crews and outside guests.
4. Producer-directors to visualize scripts and storyboards and to learn to translate these in video
projects.
5. Demonstrate standards of production commensurate with commercial television stations
LEARNING OUTCOME:
Outcome: Write, produce, direct and edit a project using digital video production techniques.
Assessment: Students should earn a "C" or higher on a lab-based exam measuring specific non-linear editing techniques, including timeline editing, title creation and post-production graphics.
Obligation of the Student:
Withdrawal from the Course
Students bear the responsibility of withdrawing from a class if they choose to stop attending class. Students who fail to drop the class and stop attending will receive an "F" for the final course grade. August 26, 2011 is the last date to request refund of fees for full term class/es. September 09, 2011 is the last date to drop a full-term class without a “W” notation on the academic transcript. November 17, 2011 is the last date to drop a full term class with a “W” notation on the academic transcript.
Plagiarism
Students should be aware that there are severe consequences for violations of academic integrity such as cheating or plagiarism (turning in work that is not your own, without proper credit to the original author). Students who are found to have cheated or committed plagiarism will face disciplinary action under the College's Student Conduct Code.
LABS:
In addition to the regularly scheduled class time, students are expected to complete all assigned lab activities in the Radio/TV studio (Shima 146/145) or at other equivalent on-campus facilities. Students are expected to complete lab work by the assigned due date.
Labs play an important part of this class. In many cases, lab assignments are given during class for completion prior to the next scheduled class meeting. Thus, if you miss a class it is a good idea to check in with the teacher to ensure you do not miss that week’s lab.
The RTV labs are located in Shima 145 and Shima146. Completion of lab-oriented projects may require that you sign up in advance for use of a private audio lab or TV studio lab. Sign up sheets will often be provided, upon request (generally kept on the RTV Operations Manager’s desk).
RTV POLICY: NO FOOD OR DRINK ALLOWED IN THE CLASS AREA OR LABS
TV Studio and RTV labs may only be used to complete class assignments. Students that deliberately cause damage to studio equipment will be banned from the labs for the remainder of the semester and may be responsible for the cost of damaged equipment.
LAB HOURS:
The video labs are typically open Monday through Friday from 12p.m. - 3p.m. (some days the lab opens at 8a.m. – TBA) effective August 22, 2011. Delta College RTV Management reserves the right to change the schedule due to RTV Operations Manager illness or equipment failure. In addition, students that have booked excessive studio time may be bumped to give priority to students with project deadlines. To utilize a lab, fill out the lab’s signup sheet. As an RTV 022 student you may use any of the video labs up to 6-hours a week (more based on availability and approval).
Tutor Assistance:
Typically, Monday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. an RTV 022 tutor is available to assist you with course related assignments and projects. To utilize the assistance of a tutor, fill out the Tutor Assistance signup sheet, at least 24-hours in advance, and notify the tutor of what type of assistance that you will need. The Tutor Assistance signup sheet is usually available on the RTV Operations Manager’s desk.
Computer Lab & Internet Use Policy:
Using the computer lab to access the Internet should be limited to research and execution of class-related assignments only. Please note that all Internet use is monitored for improper use. In other words, do not assume that your Internet use is private. Examples of improper use include viewing of explicit content and downloading of illegal or copyrighted content. Failure to adhere to these rules will result in suspension from the computer lab. Each computer has a signup sheet. To utilize a computer, fill out the signup sheet. The computer lab computers are not available for general use during class time. The computer lab is supervised by the RTV Operations Manager.
The RTV Equipment Checkout Policy will be presented and discussed during a future class session.
NOTES
1. Many lectures will not be taken solely from the text. Regular class attendance and
careful note taking is advised.
2. Make-up quizzes are discouraged.
3. Make-ups must be taken with 7 days of the class date. You are responsible for
making arrangements with the instructor.
4. Unexcused absences on quiz days will result in grade reductions of possibly a 1/3 of a grade.
5. Reading assignments and due dates for out-of-class projects will be given in class.
If you are absent, you are responsible for getting the information on readings and
project assignments.
TOLERANCE POLICY:
All class participants are expected to be sensitive to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Specifically, this class will not tolerate discrimination relating to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, disability, age, marital status, creed, or national origin.
Course Content
1)The Studio Production Team
The Studio Production Team a)The host
The host b)The guest
The guest c)The floor manager
The floor manager d)The teleprompter operator or cue card holder
The teleprompter operator or cue card holder e)The camera operator
The camera operator f)The lighting person
The lighting person g)The audio person
The audio person h)The technical director
The technical director i)The character generator operator
The character generator operator j)The director
The director k)The associate director
The associate director l)The VCR operator
The VCR operator 2)Television, Cameras and Lenses
Television, Cameras and Lenses a)Kinds of cameras
Kinds of cameras b)Viewfinders
Viewfinders c)Built-in microphones
Built-in microphones d)Operating cameras
Operating cameras e)Controls on a portable color camera
Controls on a portable color camera f)Studio color cameras
Studio color cameras g)Camera care
Camera care h)Camera mounting equipment
Camera mounting equipment i)How lenses work
How lenses work j)Focusing
Focusing 3)Camera, Angles, and Picture Composition
Camera, Angles, and Picture Composition a)Camera moves
Camera moves b)Studio procedures
Studio procedures c)Safety tips
Safety tips d)Camera angles and picture composition
Camera angles and picture composition e)Camera angles and the moods they portray
Camera angles and the moods they portray f)Camera placement and backgrounds; don't and do's of camera angles
Camera placement and backgrounds; don't and do's of camera angles g)Tricks of perspective
Tricks of perspective 4)Lighting
Lighting a)The kind of light the camera needs
The kind of light the camera needs b)Existing indoor light only
Existing indoor light only c)Outdoor lighting
Outdoor lighting d)One light only
One light only e)Two lights only
Two lights only f)Studio
Studio g)Portable lighting
Portable lighting h)HMI lights
HMI lights i)Lighting techniques
Lighting techniques j)Lighting for color
Lighting for color k)Lighting for chroma key
Lighting for chroma key l)Mood lighting and special effects
Mood lighting and special effects m)Lighting procedure dimmers
Lighting procedure dimmers n)Lighting grid, lighting connectors, antigravity hangers
Lighting grid, lighting connectors, antigravity hangers o)Care of lamps and power requirements
Care of lamps and power requirements 5)Audio
Audio a)Microphone stands and mounts
Microphone stands and mounts b)Choosing and using the proper microphone for a recording
Choosing and using the proper microphone for a recording c)Banishing unwanted noise from a recording
Banishing unwanted noise from a recording d)Testing a microphone
Testing a microphone e)Proper audio level
Proper audio level f)Mixers
Mixers g)Sound mixing techniques
Sound mixing techniques h)Cueing a CD player, reel-to-reel tape, phonograph record
Cueing a CD player, reel-to-reel tape, phonograph record i)Other audio devices
Other audio devices j)Audio patch bay
Audio patch bay k)Prerecorded music and effects
Prerecorded music and effects 6)Camera, Switching, and Special Effects
Camera, Switching, and Special Effects a)The simple switcher
The simple switcher b)Fader and special effects generator
Fader and special effects generator c)Studio production switcher
Studio production switcher d)The technical director
The technical director 7)Television Graphics and Titles
Television Graphics and Titles a)Aspect ratio
Aspect ratio b)Making the picture fit the television screen, making words fit the television screen
Making the picture fit the television screen, making words fit the television screen c)Color compatibility
Color compatibility d)Character generator
Character generator e)Anti-aliasing title placement and background letter edging and color title spacing and
Anti-aliasing title placement and background letter edging and color title spacing and legibility title clustering
f)Types of computer graphics video capture compression firewire (p1394) 3-d graphics
Types of computer graphics video capture compression firewire (p1394) 3-d graphics and animation laying the synthetic world onto the real world filters and effects
electronic graphics is still an art
8)Videotape Recorders
Videotape Recorders a)Kinds of videotape recorders
Kinds of videotape recorders b)VCRs, VTRs, and camcorders
VCRs, VTRs, and camcorders c)Compatibility format
Compatibility format d)Tape speeds super enhancements hi-fi sound
Tape speeds super enhancements hi-fi sound e)Playing a tape
Playing a tape f)Finding things quickly on a tape
Finding things quickly on a tape g)Making a videotape recording
Making a videotape recording h)Avoiding feedback industrial VCR with manual controls record/play/pause dangers
Avoiding feedback industrial VCR with manual controls record/play/pause dangers i)Dew indicator counter/reset/memory/index speed select tracking audio dub stereo
Dew indicator counter/reset/memory/index speed select tracking audio dub stereo j)Digital video recorders digital VCR formats the computer/DVR relationship
Digital video recorders digital VCR formats the computer/DVR relationship k)Firewire
Firewire l)Avoiding accidental erasure bulk erasing, and care of video tape
Avoiding accidental erasure bulk erasing, and care of video tape 9)Planning and Scripting
Planning and Scripting a)Scripts and storyboards
Scripts and storyboards b)The floor plan
The floor plan c)The production schedule
The production schedule 10)Directing
Directing a)Before the shoot
Before the shoot b)Preparation
Preparation c)Selection of shots and effects
Selection of shots and effects d)Dissolves, cuts, wipes, fade-outs, split screen
Dissolves, cuts, wipes, fade-outs, split screen 11)Television Talent
Television Talent a)Being the talent
Being the talent b)Prompting methods
Prompting methods c)Teleprompting systems cue cards crib notes
Teleprompting systems cue cards crib notes d)Television makeup
Television makeup e)The interview
The interview 12)On-location Shooting
On-location Shooting a)Using on-location footage
Using on-location footage b)Silent images pre-taped segments with sound
Silent images pre-taped segments with sound c)Studio voice-over with background sound from the tape editing
Studio voice-over with background sound from the tape editing d)Shooting on location
Shooting on location e)Preparations for a local shoot what to take with you
Preparations for a local shoot what to take with you f)The remote survey
The remote survey g)Lighting audio communications release forms
Lighting audio communications release forms h)Shooting for the edit transitions
Shooting for the edit transitions i)Jump cut cutaways and cover shots
Jump cut cutaways and cover shots j)The interview shot stand-up reporter
The interview shot stand-up reporter 13)Editing a Video Tape
Editing a Video Tape a)Editing without an editing videotape recorder
Editing without an editing videotape recorder b)Recording something over
Recording something over c)Editing with an editing VCR
Editing with an editing VCR d)An important technical difference between insert and assemble edits the SMPTE
An important technical difference between insert and assemble edits the SMPTE leader video insert only audio insert only
e)Editing from another videotape
Editing from another videotape f)Editor controllers
Editor controllers g)Control track counters SMPTE time code
Control track counters SMPTE time code SCHEDULE (TENTATIVE):
The following schedule is subject to change. In particular, the test dates are only estimates. Actual dates for lectures and tests will depend on how quickly the material is covered in class. However, this calendar should give you a general idea of what will be covered over the semester.
Schedule of Topics & Readings
Week 1 (Aug. 18) – Introduction (Setting and Achieving your Career Goal – Careers in Video)
LAB: RTV Media Group Production Opportunities - Audio Performance, Film Club, News Broadcasting, Radio Station Operation, RTV Club, Sports Broadcasting, Television Station Operation, and Video Production Group…Ultimate Video Project & 6-hours a week Postproduction work (This semester your job is to learn how to use video postproduction tools)
Assign: Ultimate Video Project – Project #1 (semester long project) READ: Handout (with Quiz)
Week 2 (Aug. 25) – Revisiting Preproduction, Production & Postproduction - Shooting Tips and Tricks
Lab: Video Project #2 & Ultimate Video Project
Assign: Video Project #2 Music Video…Read, fill out and return the RTV Policies and Procedures
READ: Chapter 16 (Television Production Handbook)
Aug. 26 - is the last date to request refund of fees for full term class/es.
Week 3 (Sep. 1) – Watch the Postproduction Documentary and Take the Movie Quiz
(Various Editing Software & Switching/Instantaneous Editing)
READ: Chapter 12 (Television Production Handbook)
Lab: Video Project #2 & Ultimate Video Project
Week 4 (Sep. 8) – Equipment & Techniques for shooting (Must have an External HD)
Due: Raw Footage for Video Project #2 – Show to the Class
READ: Chapter 17 (Television Production Handbook)
Lab: Video Project #2 & Ultimate Video Project
Sept. 09 - Last date to drop a full-term class without a “W” notation on the academic transcript.
Week 5 (Sep. 15) – Postproduction (editing, sound design, special effects, DVD, etc.) – Final Cut Pro
Assignment: Project #3 - Use Final Cut Pro (edit video project #2 with Final Cut Pro)
READ: Chapter 20 (Television Production Handbook)
Lab: Production and Editing Video Projects
Week 6 (Sep. 22) -- Electronic Cinema (script, storyboard, production package, remote shooting, etc.) – Also, continue to present and work with Final Cut Pro (advanced and basic operating skills)
READ: Chapter 15 (Television Production Handbook)
Lab: Production and Editing Video Projects
Week 7 (Sep. 29) – Production I (set design, lighting, audio, angles, location, talent, etc.) - Also, continue to present and work with Final Cut Pro (advanced and basic operating skills)
READ: Chapter 10 (Television Production Handbook)
Lab: Production and Editing Video Projects
Week 8 (Oct. 6) – Production II (set design, lighting, audio, angles, location, talent, etc.) – Also, continue to present and work with Final Cut Pro (Final Cut Pro Mid-Term Review)
Due: Video Project #2 Music Video – watch and critique music videos
Assign: Video Project #4 Shoot and Edit a Short Feature or TV programREAD: Handout
READ: HandoutLab: Mid-Term Preparation and Ultimate Video Project
Week 9 (Oct. 13) – Mid-Term Examination – Demonstrate Final Cut Skills
Also, continue to watch and critique music videosREAD: TBA
READ: TBALab: Use Final Cut Pro, Mid-Term, and continue to work on Assigned Video Projects
Week 10 (Oct. 20) – Television News (ENG/EFP) & Sports Broadcasting -- Introduce Motion
Assign: Video Project #5 TV News/TV Sports Production/Package
Due: Video Project #4 Proposal (Short Feature concept or TV program concept)
Lab: Production & Postproduction/Editing (Using Final Cut)
Week 11 (Oct. 27) – Postproduction (Audio – ADR, Music & Foley) – Introduce Soundtrack Pro
Lab: Production & Postproduction/Editing (Using Final Cut and Soundtrack Pro)
Week 12 (Nov. 3) – Postproduction (Beyond Final Cut) – Introduce Adobe Premiere
Lab: Production & Postproduction/Editing (Using Final Cut and/or Adobe Premiere)
Week 13 (Nov. 10) - Continue to work with Premiere and introduce Avid
Lab: Production & Postproduction/Editing (Using Final Cut and/or Adobe Premiere)
Nov. 14 – Last day to file an application for Fall 2011 graduation (AA & AS)
Week 14 (Nov. 17) – Postproduction with Adobe (Multimedia) - Flash, Photoshop, After Effects
Lab: Production & Postproduction/Editing (Using Final Cut and/or Adobe Premiere)
Nov. 17 – Last date to drop a full term class with a “W” notation on the academic transcript.
Week 15 (Nov. 24) – NO SCHOOL (Holiday)
Lab: Production & Postproduction/Editing (Using Final Cut and/or Adobe Premiere)
Week 16 (Dec. 1) – Short Feature or TV Program Presentations (with critiques)
Due: Video Project #4 Short Feature or TV Program
Lab: Production & Postproduction/Editing (Using Final Cut and/or Adobe Premiere)
Week 17 (Dec. 8) – Finals Review -- Short Feature Presentations and Present News/Sports Packages
Due: Video Project #5 TV News/TV Sports Production/Package
Week 18 – FINAL EXAMINATION (postproduction applications)
Dec. 15 - 10am – 11:50am
Method of Evaluation and Grading Options
Student grades will be calculated using the following criteria:
Worksheets, Quizzes, Critiques, Class Participation 10 percent
Video Production Projects20 percent
Mid-Term Examination 20 percent
Lab Activity Participation 30 percent
Final Examination Project20 percent
Semester Total100 percent
(90 to 100 = A; 80 to 89.9 = B; 70 to 79.9 = C; 60 to 69.9 = D; under 60 = F) Late projects will be penalized 1/3 of a letter grade for each day that they are late. Thus, an "A" project turned in three days late can earn a grade no higher than a "B."
The instructor reserves the right to change the preceding information with prior notice.
RTV 022 Project #2 - Music Video Project
•Assign: January 27, 2011
•Due: March 9, 2011
Utilizing good Preproduction (create and turn in a basic script and a storyboard), Production (shoot a minimum of 10-different camera angles ), and Postproduction (edit with Final Cut Pro) techniques create a music video. For this project try to use copyright free music or music that you have received permission from the song’s originator to use for this video project. Include title sequence and credits.
RTV 022 Project #1 – Ultimate Video Project
Assigned: January 20, 2011
Due: May 12, 2011
Goal:
The purpose of this assignment is to create a project worthy of placing in your Media Career Portfolio. In other words, you are to create the highest quality video project that you are currently capable of creating.
What is your Media Career goal? What media job are you pursuing? Whatever it is – use this project to demonstrate you have the skills and abilities to work in that particular area of the media industry. With the thought in mind of going for the best possible job, use this project to demonstrate you are willing to put in the time and effort to do the best possible job. Please use this Ultimate Video Project to create the best possible representation of your Media Manufacturing knowledge and proficiency. Let’s call it - the ULTIMATE representation of your video media skills and abilities!
Do you want to make a movie? If you are going to make a movie - make it the ULTIMATE movie. If you want to work in TV NEWS – create the ULTIMATE ENG Package (NEWS Video). If you are more into audio/music – create the ULTIMATE music video…or the ULTIMATE radio video air-check. Create the ULTIMATE documentary…commercial….multimedia (Web) video…etc.
Activity:
Use the RTV facilities (equipment and software) or other preapproved facilities (equipment, software, etc.) to shoot, edit and submit your ULTIMATE video. The length of your ULTIMATE project must be at least 30-seconds long and no longer than 30-minutes. Your ULTIMATE project may be turned in on a DVD or submit the web address where your video may be viewed (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.). Your ULTIMATE VIDEO PROJECT must be turned in by – May 12, 2011.
Good Luck!
RTV Film Group Wednesday @ 1PM
TV Station Thursday @ 11:10AM
Video Production Group Thursday @ 11:10AM
RTV 022 Thursday 10:00a.m. - 11:00a.m.
December 15 - Final Examination 10a.m.
December 8 - Final Examination Review
December 1 - TV Program Challenge
November 24 - NO CLASS (Holiday)
November 15 - Hollywood Report & TV Program Challenge
November 8 - Career Website (Prof. Brogger)
November 3 - TV Studio Review
October 27 - Final Cut Mid-Term Examination
October 20 - Music Video Review/Mid-Term Review
October 13 - Postproduction - Final Cut Pro
October 6 - Postproduction - Final Cut Pro
September 29 - Due: Group Project(s) - Production and Post (Final Cut)
September 22 - Class cancelled due to funeral
September 15 - Group Project
September 1 - Shooting Tips & Tricks (continue)
August 25 - Shooting Tips & Tricks - Assignment #2
August 25 - Shooting Tips & Tricks - Assignment #2
August 18 - Introduction
RTV 022 Ultimate Video Project
Due: May 12, 2011
Narrative (Short Feature) Production Project
Due: April 28, 2011
Edit a Promo/PSA Production Project
Assign: April 7, 2011
Due: April 21, 2011
RTV 022 Assignments:
RTV 022 – Individual Music Video Project
Assign: September 1, 2011
Due: October 13, 2011
To complete this project, do the following:
Utilizing good Preproduction (create and turn in a basic script and a storyboard), Production (shoot a minimum of 10-different camera angles), and Postproduction (edit with Final Cut Pro) techniques, create a music video. For this project, consider using copyright free music or music that you have received permission from the song’s originator. Include title sequence and credits. Your Music Video project may be turned in on a DVD or submit the web address where your video may be viewed (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.). Your Music Video must be turned in by – October 13, 2011.
Class Project - Music Video for a Client
You have a couple weeks to make an outstanding music video!
Your client wants:
–A short story (narrative) within the music video
–Starring students
–Adventure – Romance – Comedy – Combination…???...You decide
–MUST HAVE A HAPPY ENDING
•Must be turned in by 9-22-11
RTV 022 Project #1 – Ultimate Video Project
Assigned: August 18, 2011
Due: December 8, 2011
Goal:
The purpose of this assignment is to create a project worthy of placing in your Media Career Portfolio. In other words, you are to create the highest quality video project that you are currently capable of creating.
What is your Media Career goal? What media job are you pursuing? Whatever it is – use this project to demonstrate you have the skills and abilities to work in that particular area of the media industry. With the thought in mind of going for the best possible job, use this project to demonstrate you are willing to put in the time and effort to do the best possible job. Please use this Ultimate Video Project to create the best possible representation of your Media Manufacturing knowledge and proficiency. Let’s call it - the ULTIMATE representation of your video media skills and abilities!
Do you want to make a movie? If you are going to make a movie - make it the ULTIMATE movie. If you want to work in TV NEWS – create the ULTIMATE ENG Package (NEWS Video). If you are more into audio/music – create the ULTIMATE music video…or the ULTIMATE radio video air-check. Create the ULTIMATE documentary…commercial….multimedia (Web) video…etc.
Activity:
Use the RTV facilities (equipment and software) or other preapproved facilities (equipment, software, etc.) to shoot, edit and submit your ULTIMATE video. The length of your ULTIMATE project must be at least 30-seconds long and no longer than 30-minutes. Your ULTIMATE project may be turned in on a DVD or submit the web address where your video may be viewed (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.). Your ULTIMATE VIDEO PROJECT must be turned in by – December 8, 2011.
Good Luck!
