JOUR 221 - Introduction to Video Reporting and Storytelling

(3 units)

Acquire production skills and an understanding of the theories required to produce videos for social media and television, including web videos, short documentaries and news packages.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): JOUR 103

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. describe ways in which video reporting and storytelling is used in journalism.
2. engage audiences with informative video stories.
3. demonstrate a proficient level of video storytelling and reporting skills.
4. integrate instructor and peer feedback to make improvements on their web, documentary and television videos
5. integrate a variety of media forms to enhance video information.
6. analyze and deconstruct professionally produced video stories to improve the quality of their own productions.
7. identify a career choice for themselves from the television industry and new media.

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