Lawrence and Kristina Dodge College of Film and Media Arts Sodaro-Pankey Undergraduate School of Media Arts

Robert Bassett, M.A., Dean

Dan Leonard, M.F.A., Associate Dean

Joe Slowensky, M.F.A., Chair, Film Division

Janell Shearer, M.J., Chair, Media Arts Division

Dezso Magyar, M.F.A., Artistic Director

Professors: Badham, Bassett, Boylan, Dill, Magyar, Paull, Rose, Seydor, Shearer, Ward;

Associate Professors: Bettman, Ferncase, Gulino, Leonard, Slowensky, Weitzner, Wolansky;

Assistant Professors: Alosi, Cheney, Garcia, Hamrick, Jones, Kost, Kowalski, Lewis, O'Connor, O'Donnell, Pavelin, Rote;

Instructors: Mardesich, Walther.

Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies

Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Advertising

Bachelor of Arts in Screenwriting

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Arts

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film Production

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Television and Broadcast Journalism

The undergraduate programs are housed in the Sodaro–Pankey School of Media Arts within the Lawrence and Kristina Dodge College of Film and Media Arts. The Sodaro–Pankey School of Media Arts invites students to engage in the study and practice of self–expression through the media arts.

All entering students enroll immediately in the same two-course program of study. FTV 130 Introduction to Visual Storytelling, is an intense, hands–on production course in which students work with exploratory exercises, in assignments crafted to encourage risk–taking and creativity. In FTV 140 Introduction to Film Aesthetics, students begin the scholarly examination of films both as expressions of culture and models of rhetorical style that can then inform students' own work. Together these classes form the "gateway" experience for every Dodge College student.

From there, the curriculum continues to encourage creative and intellectual exploration throughout the undergraduate career. In every semester students are expected to develop both fluency in expression through the media arts (through courses in the major) and an understanding of the broader cultural context in which they participate (through courses in general education.)

As students proceed into upper–division courses, the degree paths become more distinct. More emphasis is put on the "business of the business," whether the business is the film industry, film scholarship, public relations, advertising, television, or broadcast journalism.

Each of the school's six bachelor degrees ends with a specific "capstone" project, to prepare the student for meaningful, satisfying work after graduation.

Students pursuing a BA or BFA in the Sodaro–Pankey School of Media Arts must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA in the major. All courses in the major must be taken for a letter grade (except for independent internships) and passed with a "C–" or higher.

Departmental Honors

Students must earn a GPA of 3.7 or higher in major courses to be considered for departmental honors. In addition, students must be recommended by the faculty for outstanding work in the Sodaro–Pankey School of Media Arts.

Class Fees: Technology Fee and Insurance

Some courses in the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts carry a technology fee, which ranges from $75 to $300. Money collected through these fees supports the college's special events and week night screenings, the equipment necessary for creating film and video productions, the computer labs and software, and the production environment generally.

Students in very advanced production courses will also be billed to defray the cost of insurance for equipment, personnel and locations. Details are available in the Production Handbook.

Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies

The film studies degree offers students the opportunity to explore film history, aesthetics, theory, and criticism in depth, along with a hands–on introduction to production. This combination of theoretical study with production experience gives students a unique understanding of how film creates meaning.

core requirements (30 credits)

Electives include all courses offered by the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts.

Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Advertising

The degree in public relations and advertising prepares students to work as communications professionals in a globally networked society using the tools of film and television as well as print, new media and the Internet. Following coursework introducing students to both fields, with a particular emphasis on working in the entertainment industry, students may elect to pursue either public relations or advertising as an area of study.

core requirements (39 credits)

three elective courses (9 credits)

minimum of one upper–division course

recommended for public relations:

recommended for advertising:

Bachelor of Arts in Screenwriting

The study of screenwriting is an intensive program aimed at helping screenwriters develop their individual creative voices as they explore the intricacies of story structure, character development, writing believable dialogue and understanding film language and genres. Students will learn to write in a variety of forms, including the short film, feature film and episodic television.

core requirements (39 credits)

*Students take the FTV 327–427 sequence twice in succession.

Electives include all courses offered by the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Arts

The BFA in digital arts offers students the opportunity to develop the artistic and technical skills to create or enhance a story using the tools of the digital world, particularly as the media continue to evolve with an increased use of computer–animated characters, digital effects and compositing techniques combining motion capture, live action and animation.

core requirements (48 credits)

three elective courses (9 credits)

minimum of two upper-division courses

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film Production

The film production degree provides professional education in a liberal arts environment, a combination that prepares students to create as film artists who understand the social, cultural, and historic context of film language while developing their skills in one or more areas of production. Students may use electives to have writing/directing, picture editing, cinematography, producing, sound, or digital arts as an area of study.

Majors in film production may not enroll in most other courses until they successfully pass FTV 130 with a grade of "B–" or better. If a student receives a grade lower than "B–" then he or she must repeat the course, and additional courses that may be taken concurrently are restricted to 100 and 200–level courses until the successful completion of FTV 130 with a grade of "B–" or better.

core requirements (48 credits)

Students may choose at the end of the sophomore year to have an area of study other than writing, directing, or producing. Such students may elect to take one of the following courses in place of FTV 331 Advanced Production with the understanding that they will continue this specialization in Senior Project Workshop. Consent of advisor is required:

Electives include all courses offered by the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, as well as ART 110.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Television and Broadcast Journalism

The BFA in television and broadcast journalism offers students a broad introduction to the storytelling forms of the medium of television, from episodic programs in comedy or drama to news, talk shows and sports broadcasting. Following coursework introducing students to both fields, students may elect to have broadcast journalism or television as an area of study.

core requirements (36 credits)

five elective courses (minimum of two upper–division) (15 credits)

Electives include all courses offered by the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts as well as ENG 215, POSC 110, and POSC 370.

Minors in Film and Media Arts

The following minors are available to all students at Chapman University, without separate admission to Dodge College. However, before enrolling in certain classes listed below, students have to formally declare the associated minor. (See the Office of the Registrar for details.)

The College particularly encourages students from other programs at Chapman University to consider a minor in film studies. Increasingly, media literacy is key both to liberal learning, and to full participation in life after college.

Minor in Film Studies

requirements (18 credits)

Minor in Broadcast Journalism

requirements (21 credits)

Minor in Television

requirements (21 credits)

Minor in Advertising

requirements (18 credits)

Minor in Public Relations

requirements (18 credits)

Course Descriptions – Film and Media Arts

FTV 103 Broadcast News

Students are trained in gathering information and translating that information into news stories for broadcast. Students deal with style and format of writing. The course also covers the essentials of news videography and editing. Fee: $300. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 105 Art of Story

In a format of weekly lectures before all new Dodge College students, this course aims to establish storytelling in its various forms as the lingua franca of all disciplines at dodge college. It will enhance the awareness of storytelling, as well as expand the student's knowledge of the humanities through the study of music, commercials, dance, poetry, theater, art, literature, etc. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 114 Introduction to Television†

An introduction to the skills used in television production. Using a lecture/lab format, this course provides a comprehensive overview of the medium and provides the student with hands–on experience in television studio techniques as well as basic field production and editing. Fee: $300. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 115 Editing I†

Prerequisite, FTV 130. Students study the basic principles and aesthetics of editing film, video, and digital media, with practical experience through the completion of short editing projects. Fee: $300. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 120 Overview of Digital Arts

An introduction to the world of digital imagery, visual effects and animation, focusing on their history, current status, and effect on film, television, and other media and on the issues that relate to the digitalization of our culture such as intellectual property, personal privacy, and related ethical questions. Students will create projects which combine the elements of story with computer generated visual effects. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 127 Screenwriting Explorations

An introduction to the history, theory and practice of screenwriting. Lecture component includes historical and theoretical overview, and detailed analyses of several feature films by recognized masters of different eras to explore essential screenwriting problems and solutions. Creative component will require students to write two short screenplays. Fee: $75. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 130 Introduction to Visual Storytelling†

An introduction to production. Each student will write, shoot, and edit a series of exploratory exercises. The primary emphasis is on telling a story visually, employing basic cinematography, lighting, editing, and sound recording. Fee: $300. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 133 Introduction to Audio Techniques†

An introductory course on the art and science of audio recording, including studio and field recording, digital editing, equipment operation, mixing, and the theories and techniques that support quality sound production. Fee: $300. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 140 Introduction to Film Aesthetics

An exploration of the essential elements of film through lecture, discussion, and viewing of a wide variety of films and film excerpts. Class discussions focus on analyzing the ways in which cinematography, mise en scene, editing, sound, and other aspects of film combine to make it a unique and meaningful form of art, entertainment, and instruction. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 203 Broadcast News II

Prerequisite, FTV 103. Working in two–person teams under deadline pressure, students will report, photograph, write and edit packages for television news. During the course of the semester, students will be assigned to cover a variety of news stories including spot news, political news, business news and light features. Some of the stories will air on a weekly news show on local cable. Fee: $300. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 216 2–D Graphics I†

Prerequisite, FTV 120. An introduction to two–dimensional computer graphics and design fundamentals as they relate to film and digital arts. Using Adobe Photoshop, students will explore pixel–based graphics and their applications in raster-based images. Fee: $75. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 217 2–D Graphics II†

Prerequisite, FTV 216. An in–depth workshop in two–dimensional computer graphics continuing where FTV 216 concludes. Using Adobe Illustrator as well as Adobe Photoshop, students will explore vector and raster graphics and their applications in animation, visual effects, and overall graphic design. Fee: $75. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 227 Screenwriting Fundamentals†

A workshop introduction to the building blocks upon which all film and television writing are based: visualization, dialogue, scenes, sequences, and basic dramatic structure. Students begin with writing exercises and proceed to the development of several short scripts. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 229 Experimental Course

Fee varies. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits.

FTV 230 Principles of Advertising

A study of the integrated marketing communications model, recognizing the importance of coordinating all of the promotional mix elements to develop an effective communications program. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 231 Principles of Public Relations

Examination of the social, psychological, economic, and political foundations of public relations; and the integration of the behavioral sciences, management, and communication theories into a profession. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 237 Cinematography I†

A study of motion picture photography as a means of communication. Includes lecture and practical application on camera operation, lenses, filters, film, videotape, exposure, composition, formats, location and studio techniques and laboratory procedures. Fee: $300. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 238 Lighting for 3–D†

Prerequisite, FTV 256. An introduction to the basic principles and concepts of lighting as used in motion picture and computer graphics and how they relate to and differ from each other. Students will develop digital and physical lighting schemes for objects, interiors and worlds. Topics covered will include the historical perspective, terms and concepts, physics of light, lighting style, storytelling with light, and professional practice. Fee: $75. (Offered spring semester, alternate years.) 3 credits.

FTV 239 Directing I†

Prerequisite, FTV 130. A concentrated study in the means of eliciting convincing performances from actors. Work includes script analysis from an acting viewpoint and directing actors brought in from outside the class. Fee: $300. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 240 The Business of Television†

Prerequisite, FTV 130. An exploration of the business aspects of the television industry including business models and organizational structures of broadcast and cable networks, local TV stations, studios and independent production companies and how they affect the development of content. An examination of the issues and trends, social, technological, and economic, that affect programming and business operations in the television industry. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 244 History of Film (to 1945)

The history of film as an art form, industry, and cultural phenomenon, from the postwar Neorealist movement to the state of contemporary art and practice. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 245 History of Film (1946–present)

The history of film as an art form, industry, and cultural phenomenon, from post war film movements to the present. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 246 History of Television

A study of the history of this transformative medium, with particular emphasis placed on underlying social and cultural factors which influenced its development. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 247 Digital Arts: Evolution and Aesthetics†

Prerequisites, FTV 130, 140. A historical survey of animated film and alternative media including 3D cinema, interactive media, immersive media, special effects cinema and other non-traditional forms that augment and transcend photographic motion pictures. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 256 Introduction to 3–D Animation†

Prerequisites, FTV 120, FTV 130 or consent of instructor. An introduction to the study of complex computer modeling and rendering techniques using Maya. Students develop a practical knowledge of three–dimensional object modeling and visualization as it applies to visual storytelling. Students will learn to work in 3–D space and become familiar with the Maya user interface; they will explore the techniques of creating 3–D models using polygons, NURBS and UVW texture mapping. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 262 PRIME TIME: The Game of Television

PRIME TIME is a role-playing simulation of the business of television which explores the aesthetic, sociological, economic, demographic, and technological trends that impact prime time television programming decisions – what gets on the air and what stays on the air. As members of the prime time community (network executives, producers, and advertisers) students define what constitutes success, as they face trade-offs between commercial viability, artistic merit, advertiser demands, and public pressure. Fee: $75. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 271 Location Filmmaking†

Prerequisite, FTV 130. A group experience in which students participate in the production of a department–sponsored film project. Class members are organized into production crews. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $300. (Offered interterm.) 3 credits.

FTV 272 Student Public Relations Agency†

Prerequisite, FTV 231. An introduction to the experience of working with a public relations agency, through designing campaign and communication strategies and materials for various clients. In this course, students will prepare PR campaigns for clients or compete in public relations competitions, such as the annual Bateman Case Study Competition. (Offered interterm and/or spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 273 Student Advertising Agency†

Prerequisites, FTV 230, MKTG 200. This class provides an introduction to the culture and operations of an advertising agency. Students conceptualize, develop, and create a sales presentation of a real advertising campaign for a real client. Students make a formal pitch for the business from the client, competing with other universities for the privilege of implementing their campaign. (Offered interterm or spring.) 3 credits.

FTV 290 Independent Internship†

Offers students an opportunity to earn credit and learn professional skills "on the job" by working for a studio, network, production company, newsroom, etc. A minimum of 40 hours of work for each credit is required. P/NP. (Offered every semester.) 1–3 credits.

FTV 292 Seminar Internship

Class meetings focus on career counseling, resume workshops, practice interviewing, and networking. Outside of class students learn on the job through a variety of on–site internships at studios, agencies, and production companies. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 301 Acting For Non–Actors†

A comprehensive course in understanding the acting process through script analysis, scene study, and acting exercises. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 305 Desktop Publishing†

An introduction to desktop publishing, using the latest Adobe InDesign software and the use of computers for layout, design, and publication of a variety of materials related to public relations and advertising. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 306 Public Relations Workshop†

This course provides students practical experience in public relations. Students will contract with a faculty member to perform specific public relations activities. P/NP. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. (Offered every semester.) 1 credit.

FTV 307 Mass Media Law and Ethics

Prerequisite, FTV 103. Students explore legal rights and restrictions for broadcast journalists, the California Shield Law, and a reporter's right to protect sources and laws governing libel and privacy. In the area of ethics students engage in issues including accuracy, objectivity, exploitation, sensationalism, staging, and taste. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 309 Advanced Broadcast News Writing

Prerequisite, FTV 103. This intensive writing course examines basic strategies and techniques for reporting and writing news stories in various journalistic forms with a particular emphasis on broadcast media. Student print work may be published in local newspapers and multimedia projects may be posted on websites. Fee: $75. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 310 Industry Insiders

Through screenings, interviews, and discussions this course explores the work of a variety of well–established working artists from the Hollywood film community. Visiting artists attend classes and screen films that represent their work. Students interview guests with questions concerning style, technique, and the impact of their work in the industry with a focus toward illuminating the relationship of professional filmmaking to student film production. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 313 Television Series Production I†

Prerequisites, FTV 130, 227. An exploration of the creative and logistic challenges of creating a narrative episodic television series and generating episodes, including writing a pilot concept, series characters, and a pilot script, and producing television pilots. Fee $300. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 314 Producing the Variety Show†

Prerequisites, FTV 114, 130. Students produce a series of at least five, live–on–tape, late–night talk shows. The series "Nightcap," is broadcast on television stations throughout Southern California. When offered in London (each summer), students produce a series of late–night style comedy sketches on location in the British capital. May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor. Fee: $300. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 315 Editing II†

Prerequisite, FTV 115. A study of advanced storytelling principles as they are expressed through editing. The course analyzes examples from important films that demonstrate how timing, pacing, sound, and other dramatic aesthetics affect the viewer's perceptions and the success of the sequence. Each student will further develop technical skills through the completion of a complex editing project. Fee: $300. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 318 Multi Camera Field Production†

Prerequisite, FTV 114. Using a multi–camera production van, students will plan and produce a series of live–on–tape remote productions. The content of the series may vary from semester to semester including live sports events, music concerts, and dramatic productions. When offered as a sports emphasis course, students will plan and produce a series of live–on–tape remote productions centered entirely around athletic events. Fee: $300. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 319 Byte–Sized Television†

Prerequisites, FTV 130, 227. A production workshop in creating a two–to–four minute television pilot for a series designed for webcast. Students will study character and plot development in a series format, then pitch characters and a premise, write a pilot script, cast, shoot and edit a finished pilot for a web–based TV series. Fee: $300. (Offered Interterm.) 3 credits.

FTV 320 Intermediate Television Workshop

Prerequisite, FTV 114. Building on the narrative studio television experience begun in FTV 114, Intermediate Television Workshop provides an intensive directing experience working with a company of actors in various genres of studio television production. The course will provide instruction in developing a vocabulary for clear communication between television directors and actors and in managing the time and technical challenges that can hinder obtaining a quality performance in staging and shooting dramatic and comedy segments. Fee: $300. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 321 The Documentary Tradition

A critical and historical analysis of documentary film and video making through lecture, discussion, and viewing of film and video excerpts. The documentary is examined from artistic, social, ethical, and political perspectives. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 325 Art and Craft of Foley and ADR†

Prerequisite, FTV 133. This class is designed to introduce students to the necessity of foley and Automated Dialogue Replacement (ADR) for a completed motion picture sound track. Methods for producing and recording real–time sound effects and post–production dialogue will be taught using a fully–equipped foley stage as a classroom and work from fellow students and professional filmmakers as raw material. Fee: $300. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 326 Writing the Adaptation†

Prerequisite, FTV 227. A practical workshop in adapting to the big screen material from other media, such as novels, short stories, magazine articles and biographical materials, as well as histories, nonfiction and memoirs. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester) 3 credits.

FTV 327 Intermediate Screenwriting†

Prerequisites, FTV 140, 227. An initial study of the problems and possibilities presented by writing the feature–length screenplay. Students will write three premises for feature films, develop one of these into a 5–20 page treatment, then complete the first thirty pages of a feature screenplay based on the treatment. Viable screenplays can be completed in FTV 427. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 328 Seminar in Television Writing†

Prerequisite, FTV 227. A study of the techniques for writing half-hour comedies and one-hour dramatic scripts for television. May be repeated for credit, with consent of instructor. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 329 Experimental Course

(Same as FTV 229.)

FTV 330 Intermediate Film Production†

Prerequisites, FTV 130, 133. A production class in which each student will produce two short projects, as well as participate on the crews of other class members' films, to learn more ambitious filmmaking and set protocol. Fee: $300. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 331 Advanced Film Production†

Prerequisite, FTV 330. An advanced course in which each student will be responsible for producing and directing a complex narrative film. Enrollment contingent upon approval of a project proposal. Fee: $300. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 332 2–D Animation†

Prerequisites, FTV 120, 216, 217. An introduction to animation with hands–on studio experience, wherein students will experiment with a variety of two–dimensional animation methods and applications and produce several short animated sequences. Students will learn the artistic skills required for computer animation using current animation software, primarily Macromedia Flash and Toon Boom Studio applications. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 333 Audio Design†

Prerequisite, FTV 133. An advanced course in the art and science of post–production. Students will provide post–production audio design and support for advanced film and video. Proper methods of studio recording, sound effects recording, SMPTE time code systems, signal processing, multiple soundtrack construction, and mixing using a digital workstation are emphasized. Fee: $300. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 334 Production Management†

Prerequisite, FTV 130. Analysis of procedures and problems in preparing a script for film or television production. Emphasis on the role of the production manager in breaking down scripts, setting up shooting schedules, preparing budgets, and planning post–production. Fee: $300. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 335 Documentary Production†

Prerequisite, FTV 130. Students view and analyze a variety of documentaries for style and content. Working in small production groups, students plan, script, produce, and edit a short documentary production. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $300. (Offered every semester). 3 credits.

FTV 336 Production Design I†

Prerequisite, FTV 130. This course examines the general principles of art direction and the creation of the visual look of a production. Students design the set, costumes, make-up, the cinematographic look, and other visual elements for a specific film. Fee $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 337 Cinematography II†

Prerequisite, FTV 237. A study of video and motion picture photography as a means of aesthetic expression and communication. Includes lecture and practical application on camera operation, lenses, filters, film, videotape, exposure, composition, formats, location and studio techniques, and laboratory procedures. Fee: $300. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 339 Digital Illustration†

Prerequisites, FTV 120, 216, 217. Students learn the art and technique of matte painting for motion pictures in the digital environment using Adobe Photoshop. Students will learn visual effects secrets used at such leading–edge studios as Industrial Light+Magic. Fee: $75. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 340 Set and Costume Design

This course is an introduction to the art of set and costume design. DESIGN is defined in the dictionary as "a mental project or scheme in which means to an end are laid down... a preliminary sketch or outline showing the main features of something to be executed." We will study the design process and explore how it relates to the dramatic text and the film production as a whole. Fee: $75. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 342 Film Genre Studies

An intensive study of one film genre, with a different genre covered in each course offering. May be repeated in a different genre. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

342a Film Noir

An exploration of the crime films of the 1940s and 1950s, called "black" by French critics because of their violent, nihilistic content and distinctive style of extreme–angled, deep–focus cinematography and shadowy low-key lighting.

342b The Horror Film

Beginning with Thomas Edison's Frankenstein (1910), this course examines such influential movements as German Expressionism, the Val Lewton horror films of the 1940s, sci–fi hybrids of the 1950s, the 'slasher' horror of the 1970s and the recent wave of Asian horror films and their Hollywood remakes.

342c The Musical

Intensive study of the history and aesthetics of the movie musical form its stage roots and cinematic birth coinciding with the coming of sound film through the waning of the genre's popularity during the decline of the Hollywood studio system and the many attempts since then to revive the form.

342d The Science Fiction Film

A study of cinematic science fiction from George Melies' A Trip to the Moon (1902) through contemporary films such as The Matrix. Emphasis is placed on certain developments, such as the alien invasion pictures of the 1950s and the dystopian cycle exemplified by Blade Runner.

342e Screwball Comedy

This classic film genre of the 1930s and '40s is examined in terms of its reflection of certain cultural changes such as the emergence of the independent 'New Woman,' the rising divorce rate, and the notion of equality of the sexes. Emphasis is placed on key directors within the form: Leo McCarey, Frank Capra, Preston Sturges.

342f The Animated Film

From Winsor McCay's Gertie the Dinosaur (1906) through Disney, Pixar, and the rise of anime, this course examines the history and development of one of the most popular and groundbreaking of contemporary genres.

342g The Western

Provides an overview of the oldest and most enduring of Hollywood genres exploring the mythology of the genre as well as its historical origins, with an emphasis on the impact of such classic film directors as John Ford, and Anthony Mann, and on the many waves of "revisionist" Westerns in the past forty years.

342h The Melodrama

An examination of a misunderstood form with radical roots in the theater of the French Revolution and the basis for much of Hollywood's output from D.W. Griffith through Million Dollar Baby and Brokeback Mountain.

342j The Gangster Film

A study of the history and impact of this most American of film genres, which was "ripped from the headlines" of newspaper accounts of the violent exploits of Al Capone, John Dillinger, and Bonnie and Clyde.

FTV 351 Business Presentations

Provides insight into the corporate world and the communication skills and techniques, including creating computer–generated graphics, needed to be successful in today's business environment. A practical look at organizing and creating visual communication for the board room, trade show, and business meeting. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 354 Sports Public Relations†

Prerequisites, FTV 130, 230. This course is designed to introduce the real world of sports public relations to students with an interest in pursuing a degree in public relations and advertising as well as those with an interest of being on the "other side" in print and broadcast journalism. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 356 Intermediate 3–D Animation†

Prerequisite, FTV 256. Building on basic skills and knowledge in 3–D animation, this course will help students master more sophisticated modeling tools to animate objects and characters in 3–D space. Students will become familiar with setting keyframes and motion paths, learn to use Trax Non–linear animation, apply forward and inverse kinematics, set cameras and lights, and deform surfaces. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 357 Feature Analysis†

Prerequisite, FTV 130. Recommended, FTV 227. Feature films are analyzed from a storytelling viewpoint, with emphasis on the wide range of problems and possibilities a screenwriter and director face in the process of managing the audience's emotional involvement in a story. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 360 Overview of Producing†

Presents a comprehensive introduction to producing for contemporary moving image formats. Examines various entertainment companies including large corporations, independent production companies, television companies, computer companies, and startup ventures. Methods of production, marketing, distribution, and exhibition are examined in a variety of platforms including motion pictures, network television, cable, interactive communication, video, pay-per-view, record, and CD-ROM. Fee: $75. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 361 The Structure and Function of a Film Festival†

This course examines the way film festivals operate in conjunction with the global film industry including the historical development of international film festivals and their programming, marketing, and exhibition practices. This is a travel class: students participate in festival events including jury procedures, screenings, workshops, and seminars with filmmakers. Fee: varies. (Offered interterm.) 3 credits.

FTV 367 Independent Feature Filmmaking†

Prerequisite, FTV 130. A case study of independent filmmaking. Using the script from a produced independent feature or an independent feature in development, students shoot and edit several scenes of the script. Students will participate as crew and are involved in the pre–production, production and post–production process of the scenes. Fee: $300. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits.

FTV 370 Internet Communications†

Prerequisites, FTV 230, 231. An overview of the ways in which electronic communications channels and tools have transformed the practice of public relations and advertising. Study and practice in using and evaluating programs of communication using electronic tools. Emphasis will be on the effective use of these tools in managing relationships with key target audiences in support of organizational goals and objectives. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 371 Location Filmmaking†

A group experience in which students participate in the production of a department–sponsored film project. Class members are organized into production crews. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $300. (Offered interterm.) 3 credits.

FTV 372 Writing for Public Relations†

Prerequisites, ENG 103, or equivalent, ENG 215 or consent of instructor. A comprehensive introduction to the various forms of public relations writing such as news and feature releases. Beginning with basic writing and organizational principles, the course introduces the student to persuasive writing designed to meet specific communication objectives. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 373 Copy Writing†

Prerequisite, FTV 230. A comprehensive introduction to the art and craft of copy writing, with emphases given to creative strategy, advertising's ethical dimension, and various formats for print and electronic media. Copy writing assignments offer the student hands–on experience in this information age skill to prepare students for the creative challenges of the advertising or related marketing communications industries. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 376 Cinematography for Commercials

Prerequisite, FTV 237. This course will teach students the fundamental theories and aesthetic practices of shooting 30 second commercials. Students will learn the role of the creative concept in advertising with the goal of understanding what makes good advertising and how filmmaking compliments the advertising message. Fee: $300. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 382 Music Composition for Filmmakers†

A course designed to give film majors a foundation in both the musical concepts and technology necessary to compose original music to accompany picture. Compositional activity is supplemented by discussion and analysis of film scoring trends and techniques, stressing the role that music plays in any filmmaker's creative process. Prior musical training or the ability to play an instrument is not essential. Fee $300. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 387 Short Script Workshop†

Prerequisite, FTV 227. An intensive workshop in writing short screenplays. Students are encouraged to work in a variety of styles, and have the opportunities for rewrites and collaboration. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $75. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits.

FTV 389 Cross–Cultural Documentary†

This course is designed to give students a practical and theoretical understanding of how the documentary film can be used as a creative medium to explore and represent foreign cultures. The course will travel to another country where the students will have the unique opportunity to produce a short documentary about an aspect of the cities rich diverse culture. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits.

FTV 391 Entertainment Arts Forum

A lecture series which explores the scope, direction, and influence of the entertainment arts. Visiting film and television directors, writers, producers, actors, and executives present and screen recent work and respond to students questions and critiques. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $75. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 395 Entertainment Public Relations†

Prerequisite, FTV 372. This course will provide an overview of PR tactics used in the entertainment industry. The course will focus on PR initiatives used to publicize television programming, cable, satellite providers, independent feature films, foreign films, Oscar™ campaigns and other entertainment entities and productions. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits.

FTV 403 Advanced News Videography †

Prerequisite, FTV 103. This course offers an intense workshop in advanced news photography and editing. The course will include advanced composition, shooting for the edit room, building sequences, working without a reporter, shooting the anonymous interview, video essay, undercover photography and advanced lighting. Students will have the opportunity to view the work of NPPA Award–winning photographers. Fee: $300. (Offered alternate years.) 3 credits.

FTV 408 Topics in Broadcast Journalism†

Prerequisite, FTV 103. An intensive study of one topic in the field of broadcast journalism. Fee: $300. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits.

408a Anchor and Interview Workshop

Students develop skills in news anchoring, hosting, and interviewing. They write and produce their own mini-newscasts and interview shows. The class views and discusses the work of professionals around the country.

408b Sports Reporting

Students are provided theoretical knowledge and practical experience in sports reporting. Through lectures, demonstrations, analysis of local talent, and practical experience students learn how to find stories, report, write, and field produce in this field.

408c Film and Entertainment Reporting

Students concentrate on arts reporting with an emphasis on film, film criticism, and music. The course explores the work of current arts reporters locally and around the country. Students produce field reports, photographing events such as film shoots and recording sessions. Students also arrange and conduct interviews with actors, directors, producers, and musicians.

FTV 409 Advanced Television Reporting†

Prerequisites, FTV 103, 203. This class assists the advanced broadcast journalism student in producing stories appropriate for a resume tape. Students will learn how to seek out and develop investigative story ideas, secure sources, obtain and interpret documents, and learn the essentials of producing these kinds of stories. Fee: $300. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 411 Sports Broadcasting†

Prerequisites, FTV 103, or 130, FTV 114. Students learn the basics of play–by–play, sports–reporting and anchoring skills. Students also gain exposure and access to broadcast or industry professionals, who are working at the highest levels in their fields. Fee: $300. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 413 Television Series Production II†

Prerequisite, FTV 313. Building on the series pilots created in FTV 313, students will learn about the collaborative writing and production process as practiced in the creation of narrative episodic television series. Fee: $300. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 414 Producing the News, Talk or Sports TV Pilot†

Prerequisite, FTV 103 or 130, FTV 114. During the four-week interterm course students create a concept for a TV show, build a set and produce a half–hour pilot. Eligible formats include talk, news magazine and sports shows. Fee: $300. (Offered interterm.) 3 credits.

FTV 415 Editing III†

Prerequisite, FTV 315 or consent of instructor. Provides students with an intensive hands-on experience editing under the supervision of a visiting master of the craft. Fee: $300. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits.

FTV 419 Entertainment Marketing and Promotion†

Prerequisites, MKGT 200, FTV 230, 231, 305, or consent of instructor. An overview of the entertainment marketplace, focusing on the capabilities of the major studios. This course offers an application of advertising, marketing, and public relations principles to the motion picture and television industries through the development of motion picture marketing plans, including positioning statements, media and promotional plans, and synergistic activities. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 420 Producing Commercials

Prerequisite, FTV 130. Advertising theory, audience research, and strategic message development come together in producing commercials. The course explores the effective use of visual storytelling in the production of television commercials. Fee: $300. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 422 Digital Compositing†

Prerequisites, FTV 216, 217. Digital compositing has stretched the limits of what is possible on screen today. In this course, students will learn to use Adobe After Effects to master the artistic and technical challenges of creating and manipulating motion in the 2–D environment and creating digital composites using green screen footage. Fee: $75. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 424 Senior Thesis Development

Prerequisite, FTV 227. Working with student writers, directors and crews, the creative producing student will be responsible for all aspects of producing a film or television project, from script development through post-production. Fee: $75. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 427 Advanced Screenwriting†

Prerequisites, FTV 227, 327, or equivalent. The second part of a two–part sequence, this course requires students to complete the feature screenplay developed in FTV 327 and execute a rewrite. Students may execute a new script with instructor's approval. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 429 Experimental Course

(Same as FTV 229.)

FTV 430 Senior Project Workshop I†

Prerequisites, senior standing and FTV 331. The first semester of an advanced two–semester course in which each student will take a key creative position in a complete, finished motion picture project. The first semester includes script writing, pre–production, production management, and script breakdown. Enrollment upon approval of project proposal. Fee: $1,000. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 431 Senior Project Workshop II†

Prerequisite, FTV 430. The second semester of an advanced two-semester course. Study units include completing a professional–caliber motion picture project, creating a business and marketing strategy, and attending industry mixers. Fee: $1,000. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 432 Producing the Newscast†

Prerequisite, FTV 114. A culminating experience for broadcast journalism majors. Students produce news stories from the Chapman news desk. Newscast is broadcast locally. Students may also produce news-magazine, talk shows and other multi–camera shows. May be repeated for credit, with consent of instructor. Fee: $300. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 436 Production Design II†

Prerequisite, FTV 336. This course offers the opportunity for advanced work in art direction. Fee $300. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 437 Cinematography III†

Prerequisites, FTV 237, 337. An advanced course in motion picture photography for students who wish to learn the duties of director of photography, lighting director, gaffer, and electrician. Fee: $300. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 438 Motion Capture†

Prerequisite, FTV 356. Students will learn to use motion capture to create and manipulate motion in the 3–D environment and create 3–D animations and digital composites for the purposes of visual storytelling. Students will explore the art and technique of creating visual effects for use in film and learn about industry standards. Fee: $75. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 439 Directing II†

Prerequisites, FTV 130, 239. An intensive study in camera blocking taught in a workshop setting for students experienced in the fundamentals of directing for film and television. Each student is required to shoot and edit two five–minute scenes of their choosing, using Hi–8 cameras and digital editing equipment. Emphasis is on teaching students how to heighten the drama of the story through effective placement and movement of the camera. Fee: $300. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits.

FTV 441 Visual Perception and Expression†

Prerequisites, FTV 130, 140. A detailed study of how viewers respond to visual stimuli and how filmmakers create meaningful images. Figurative devices such as symbolism and thematic motif will be examined. Students will study examples from films after which they will use video and 16mm film to shoot and edit their own solutions to visual problems. Fee: $300. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 443 Advanced Topics in World Cinema

A concentrated study of the cinema of one nation or region. Films are studied within their historical and cultural context. May be repeated for credit in a different topic. (Offered every year.) 3 credits.

443a Asian Cinema

A survey of Asian film with emphasis on film as a reflection of culture. The cinema of India, China and Japan, the countries with the largest film industries, will be featured.

443b British Films

This course will cover the major areas of British Film, including: 'British Heritage' films, British Cinema of the 1990s, plus influential directors.

443c French Cinema

An examination of the French film industry and its most influential movements, from "poetic realism" to the "New Wave" and the "cinéma du look."

443d Mexican Film

A historical survey of Mexican cinema with an emphasis on film as a reflection of culture. The course will examine films produced in Mexico and films made by Mexicans in the United States.

443e German Cinema

An examination of the German film industry and its most influential movements, from "Weimar Cinema" to the "New German Cinema" and beyond.

FTV 444 Advanced Topics in Film Studies

An in–depth study of a particular aspect of film history and aesthetics. May be repeated for credit in a different topic. (Offered every year.) 3 credits.

444a Films by and about African-Americans

A critical, historical analysis of African–American filmmaking through lecture, discussion, and viewing of films and film excerpts.

444b New Hollywood Cinema

Focuses on the rise of the New Hollywood, covering the influence of European directors on the 'movie brats,' the emergence of the contemporary blockbuster, the role of advertising and film reviews in promoting films, the significance of box office figures and the economics of packaging and deal–making.

444c Gay and Lesbian Cinema

Explores an alternative history of film setting out to decode the rules and parameters of a "gay cinema" and focusing on "gay cinema" as a historical and theoretical category for analysis.

444d Hollywood Auteurs

A study of the concept of the film "auteur" and the way it has been applied to Hollywood filmmakers from the classical period (1917–1960) through the evolution of this concept into a marketing category in contemporary Hollywood.

444e Independent American Cinema

Examines independent film movements in North American cinema with an emphasis on the 'independent revival' from the 1980s onwards.

444f Women in Film

A survey of the on– and off–screen roles women have played in film and television, and an examination of how these roles have changed to reflect the changing status of women in society.

444g Films about the Holocaust

Traces the history of the Holocaust on film focusing on the cinematic art's contribution to our understanding of the greatest tragedy of the 20th century. The course will cover both non–fiction and fiction films and will attempt to survey all styles of filmmaking as they pertain to the Holocaust.

FTV 445 Film Theory and Criticism

Prerequisites, FTV 140, 244, 245. This course analyzes film through classical theories developed by such formalists as Sergei Eisenstein and Rudolf Arnheim, and realists such as Andre Brazin and Siegfried Kracauer. It also explores modern film theories informed by structuralism, semiotics, psychoanalysis, narratology, et.al. in order to help students gain an understanding of individual films, widespread filmmaking practices, important film movements, and the cultural impact of cinema. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits.

FTV 446 Drawing and Storyboarding

The course focuses on traditional skills of drawing perspective sketches in the development of visual media. Topics include use of line, tone, and color in the development of 1 and 2 point perspectives. Storyboarding techniques are also presented along with related exercises. Students should leave this class with the ability to quickly sketch not only what they see but what they imagine. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 456 Advanced 3–D Animation†

Prerequisite, FTV 356. This course offers an advanced level of study of the principles of 3–D modeling and animation to prepare students to succeed in the animation industry. Subject matters covered include: advanced polygonal modeling, nurbs modeling, advanced techniques for both game and movie industries, advanced lighting and texturing, dynamics, environmental construction, advanced character rigging and animation. Fee: $75. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 458 Digital Production Design

Prerequisite, FTV 336. A workshop that immerses the student into computer graphics software and digital design techniques that are used by production designers on professional motion pictures. Emphasis is also placed on digital pre-visualization and advanced art department graphics, including signage and motion presentations. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 461 Case Studies in Advertising†

Prerequisites, FTV 230, MKTG 200. An intensive study of the applications of advertising theory and principles to specific advertising cases in business and non-profit organizations. Research, discussion, and written situation analysis to determine if case studies were successful. Particular attention given to target market analysis, message strategies, and media objectives. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 462 Advertising Campaigns†

Prerequisites, FTV 230, MKTG 200, FTV 373. This is the capstone course for the advertising emphasis. Study and practice in planning, implementing, and evaluating effective advertising campaigns. An examination of advertising strategy as it fits into the overall marketing plan, development and testing of creative concepts, and the design of advertising campaigns using multiple media channels. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 470 Public Relations Case Studies†

Prerequisite, FTV 231. An intensive study of the application of public relations theory and principles to the problems of business, non–profit, and special interest organizations. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 471 Advanced Public Relations Writing†

Prerequisite, FTV 372. Building on the skills and forms studied in FTV 372, the student creates a complete press kit and develops the skills necessary for such public relations tasks as writing public relations, advertising, and broadcast copy. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 472 Student Public Relations Agency†

Prerequisites, FTV 231, 372. An introduction to the experience of working with a public relations agency, through designing campaign and communication strategies and materials for various clients. In this course, students will prepare PR campaigns for clients or compete in public relations competitions, such as the annual Bateman Case Study Competition. May be repeated for credit. (Offered interterm and/or spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 473 Student Advertising Agency†

Prerequisites, FTV 230, FTV 373, MKTG 200. This class provides an introduction to the culture and operations of an advertising agency. Students conceptualize, develop, and create a sales presentation of a real advertising campaign for a real client. Students make a formal pitch for the business from the client, competing with other universities for the privilege of implementing their campaign. May be repeated once for credit. (Offered interterm or spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 475 Public Relations Campaigns†

Prerequisites, FTV 231, 372. This is the capstone course for the public relations area of specialization. Study and practice in planning, implementing, and evaluating effective programs of communication. Emphasis will be on the use of a wide variety of communication techniques in support of organizational goals and objectives. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 478 Digital Arts: Senior Project I†

Prerequisites, FTV 356, and instructor approval of project proposal. The first semester in a year-long capstone course in Digital Media production. Each student, drawing up on the knowledge and skills developed over the course of the major as well as topics covered in this course, will produce a short film or comparable project worthy of this culminating experience. From script development to final screening, every major aspect of Digital Media production will be covered. Must be completed before proceeding to FTV 479. Fee: $75. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 479 Digital Arts: Senior Project II†

Prerequisites, FTV 478, and instructor approval of project proposal. The final semester in a year-long capstone course in Digital Media production. Each student, drawing up on the knowledge and skills developed over the course of the major as well as topics covered in this course, will produce a short film or comparable project worthy of this culminating experience. From script development to final screening, every major aspect of Digital Media production will be covered. Fee: $75. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 480 Screenwriting Master Class†

An intensive workshop taught by a professional screenwriter. This course covers the sharing of professional tips regarding dialogue, characterization, structure, and story. The goal is to make the student's finished screenplay more commercially viable. Fee: $75. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 485 Film Reviewing

This course presents a detailed history of film reviewing and examines the contributions of significant critics such as Manny Farber, Andrew Sarris and Pauline Kael. In addition, the course will encourage students to engage in the practice of film reviewing by teaching the strategies professional critics follow when writing about film. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 490 Independent Internship†

Offers students an opportunity to earn credit and learn professional skills "on the job" by working for a studio, network, production company, newsroom, etc. A minimum of 40 hours of work for each credit is required. P/NP. (Offered every semester.) 1–3 credits.

FTV 492 Seminar Internship

Class meetings focus on career counseling, resume workshops, practice interviewing, and networking. Outside of class students learn on the job through a variety of on-site internships at studios, agencies, and production companies. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 495 Screenwriting Thesis

Prerequisites, senior standing, FTV 427. An advanced practicum in the development of a feature length screenplay. Students write, rewrite, present, and polish an original feature film screenplay. TV scriptwriting is also available as an option. Fee: $75. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits.

FTV 499 Individual Study†

Individual research and projects. Students must have an overall grade point average of at least 3.0 to enroll. Designed to meet specific concerns which are not provided for by regular curriculum offerings. P/NP. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. (Offered every semester.) 1–3 credits.