Page 183 of Antelope Valley College 2003-2004 Catalog by Antelope Valley Community College Lancaster California

http://www.avc.edu (661) 722-6300 Film and Television 181 Definition The popular culture of the twentieth century is forever marked by the amazingly rapid advancements in the mediums of film and television. We have become a civili- zation influenced by visual images as they link with the ancient art of storytelling. Studying Film and Television teaches us how our lives have been, and continue to be, informed and shaped by these powerful mediums. Staff Program Advisement: Administrative Assistant: Faculty: Adjunct Faculty: Dr. Kathryn Barbour, Dean 722-6385 Misti Harris 722-6385 Delbert Highlands 722-6300 ext. 6289 To access adjunct faculty voice mail, dial 722- 6530, then 1, the 4-digitnumber, followedby the sign. V.M. Nina Davidovich 2411 Nicholas Guilak 2275 David Lewis 2463 Sal Litvak 2477 Reza Safai 2486 Hollace Starr 2038 Dr. Debra Olson Tolar 722-6477 Michael Wood 2144 Michael Traina 722-6478 Program Description The course offerings fall into two categories: film/television history and theory, and film/video production. Both areas are designed to build specific skills upon a strong foundation of general knowledge of film and television production. The history and theory courses allow the student to explore the beginnings of this medium and its influences on popular culture. In the production program, students will learn aspects of visual storytelling, from writing and production to directing, sound design, cinematography and editing. The Film/ Video Production program emphasizes exploration of the students filmmakers personal creative voice through hands on filmmaking. Students learn the collaborative nature of filmmaking through crew experiences. The process allows students to develop skills in all areas of the craft, experimenting with both the creative and technical aspects of production. Distinctive Features In the Film/video Production program, students will create mini production teams, shooting on location throughout the Antelope Valley. The successful student has the opportunity to come away from this program with a completed short film or video. Our faculty are working profes- sionals from Hollywood. Course offerings are designed to serve three student groupings: film/television students planning to transfer to a four-year institution; students seeking fulfillment of general education requirements for a degree program; and students wishing to gain specific skills and knowledge in order to pursue careers in the film and television industry. Career Options Anchor Assistant Director Audio Operator Boom Operator Director Director of Photography Film/Video Editor Field Production Producer Film Librarian Floor Manager Grip Independent Film/Videomaker Instructor Lighting Director Line Producer Media Consultant Movie Reviewer Producer Production Assistant Production Coordinator Screenwriter Script Supervisor Stage manager Studio Camera Operator Technical Director Video Artist Videographer Certificate Program Certificate not applicable. Associate Degree Associate degree not available. Transfer Not a transfer major. Prerequisite Completion If a course is listed as a prerequisite for another course, that prerequisite course must be completed with a satisfactory grade in order to enroll in the next course. According to the California Education Code [55200 (d)] a satisfactory grade is a grade of A, B, C, or "CR". Film and Television Courses FTV 101 *INTRODUCTION TO FILM Same course as COMM 131. 3 units 4 hours weekly Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 099 and READ 099. An introduction to one of the most powerful cultural and social com- munications mediums of our time, cinema. Topics include film production, form, and styles, as well as critical analysis of film, and film history. The films, texts, and classroom materials cover not only American culture during the last century, but also make the students aware of the culture, politics, and social history of the periods portrayed in the films. The class lectures, discussions, and readings will be

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