Course Syllabus

MARVIN RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
J. vanOlden
Digital Film Editing & Production I Honors
Syllabus

IN THIS COURSE STUDENTS WILL:

*Learn and demonstrate proficiency of professional video editing techniques using Adobe Premiere Pro CC and related software.
*Produce original video projects demonstrating application of editing skills and concepts learned throughout course.
*Develop understanding of various elements/strategies utilized to effectively communicate persuasive and informational messages to identified audiences.
*Develop effective use of creating and crediting a variety of resources utilized in visual projects.
*Apply and strengthen critical-thinking skills to effectively analyze and evaluate various projects—identifying and defending why some approaches/solutions to visual communication might be better than others.
*Develop effective time-management skills necessary to plan and organize for successful completion of projects.

ADOBE CERTIFIED ASSOCIATE (ACA) EXAM & COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1.0 Setting Project Requirements
1.1  Identify the purpose, audience, and audience needs for preparing video.
1.2  Identify video content that is relevant to the project purpose and appropriate for the target audience.
1.3  Demonstrate knowledge and application of standard copyright rules.
1.4  Demonstrate knowledge of the production planning and management process.

2.0 Identifying Design Elements When Preparing Video
2.1  Demonstrate knowledge of how to organize and plan a video sequence.
2.2  Identify general principles for video shooting.
2.3  Demonstrate knowledge of visual techniques for enhancing video content.
2.4  Demonstrate knowledge of using audio to enhance video content.
2.5  Demonstrate knowledge of using still images to enhance video content.
2.6  Communicate with others (such as peers and clients) about design and content plans.

3.0 Understanding the Adobe Premiere Pro Interface
3.1  Identify elements of the Adobe Premiere Pro interface.
3.2  Identify the functions of Adobe Premiere Pro interface elements.
3.3  Organize and customize the Adobe Premiere Pro workspace.

4.0 Editing a Video Sequence with Adobe Premiere Pro
4.1  Import media assets (video, image, and audio files).
4.2  Organize and manage video clips in a sequence.
4.3  Trim clips.
4.4  Manage sound in a video sequence.
4.5  Manage superimposed text and shapes in a video sequence.
4.6  Add and manage effects and transitions in a video sequence. 

5.0 Exporting Video with Adobe Premiere Pro
5.1  Demonstrate knowledge of export options for video.
5.2  Demonstrate knowledge of how to export video from Adobe Premiere Pro.

SUPPLIES REQUIRED: 
16+ GB Flash Drive
Headphones
HD Video Camera (optional)
Adobe Premiere Pro CC Software (optional)                      

GRADING SCALE: 
90 - 100 = A
80 -  90  = B
70 -  80  = C
60 -  70  = D
     < 60  = F    
75% of Total Semester Grade: Lessons, Quizzes/Tests, Projects
25% of Total Semester Grade: Final Exam/ACA Certification Exam     

LATE WORK POLICY
Video projects are a critical component of this Honors Course. They can last anywhere from 3-days to 3-weeks depending on the type of project. All projects will have a specific due date and students are expected to utilized appropriate time-management skills in order to complete and submit their projects by this given date. Based on the circumstances, there may be sufficient reason to extend a project due date for a student or the class as a whole, but this is at my discretion and only occurs for rare documented situations (such as a long-term illness, or school-related technology issues, etc.).
Any work not submitted by the due date will be a ZERO in the grade book. 

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Phone:  704.290.1520
julie.vanOlden@ucps.k12.nc.us

TUTORING / MAKE-UP WORK:
SMART LUNCH - Tutoring posted weekly on front of classroom door