“FILM 302: Film Editing and Post-Production” is a comprehensive course that immerses students in the world of post-production in filmmaking. This course explores the critical processes of video editing, sound design, and visual effects, using industry-standard software and techniques to transform raw footage into a polished cinematic work.

Outline of Major Content Areas:

1. Introduction to Post-Production: An overview of the post-production phase and its significance in the filmmaking process.
2. Video Editing: In-depth exploration of video editing principles and techniques using industry-standard software.
3. Sound Design: Understanding the role of sound in film, including dialogue editing, sound effects, Foley, and ambience sound.
4. Visual Effects (VFX): Introduction to visual effects and compositing, with a focus on creating seamless and impactful VFX shots.
5. Color Grading: Techniques for enhancing the visual aesthetics of a film through color correction and grading.
6. Editing Workflows: Developing efficient post-production workflows and best practices for collaboration with other departments.
7. Editing for Narrative: Analyzing the relationship between editing choices and storytelling, including pacing, continuity, and emotional impact.
8. Audio Post-Production: In-depth exploration of sound mixing, including dialogue, music, and sound effects, to create a balanced and immersive audio experience.
9. Visual Effects Integration: Integrating visual effects seamlessly into the film, including green screen compositing and CGI integration.

Course Learning Outcomes:

By the end of FILM 302, students will:

1. Proficiency in Editing: Demonstrate proficiency in video editing using industry-standard software, including the ability to assemble and refine a film.
2. Sound Design Skills: Develop sound design skills, including the creation of synchronized and immersive audio elements such as dialogue, sound effects, Foley, and ambience sound.
3. Visual Effects Knowledge: Acquire knowledge of visual effects principles and techniques, including compositing and CGI integration.
4. Color Grading Expertise: Gain expertise in color correction and grading techniques to enhance the visual aesthetics of a film.
5. Narrative Understanding: Understand the relationship between editing choices and storytelling, including pacing, continuity, and emotional impact.
6. Collaboration Skills: Collaborate effectively with other post-production departments and understand the importance of efficient workflows.
7. Audio Post-Production Mastery: Master audio post-production, including sound mixing and creating a balanced and immersive audio experience.
8. Visual Effects Integration: Integrate visual effects seamlessly into the film, achieving a high level of realism and visual impact.

Methods for Assessing Student Learning:

Student assessment in FILM 302 will include the following methods:

1. Editing Projects: Evaluation of students’ video editing projects, assessing their proficiency in assembling and refining a film.
2. Sound Design Assignments: Assessment of sound design assignments, including dialogue editing, sound effects, Foley, and ambience sound.
3. Visual Effects Projects: Evaluation of visual effects projects, including compositing and CGI integration.
4. Color Grading Exercises: Assessment of color grading exercises, measuring students’ ability to enhance visual aesthetics.
5. Narrative Analysis: Analysis of students’ understanding of narrative editing choices and their impact on storytelling.
6. Collaborative Work: Assessment of students’ ability to collaborate effectively in post-production workflows.

FILM 302 equips students with the technical and creative skills required to excel in the post-production phase of filmmaking, preparing them to contribute significantly to the final quality of cinematic works.