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April 16, 2013
Apply for Fall 2013 Advanced Courses in Screenwriting and Production
The applications for the Fall 2013 Advanced Courses in Screenwriting and Production are now available. You may link to these below.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Wednesday, May 1st, 2013, 5:00 pm.
If the application asks for transcripts or supporting materials, you must put a copy in the mailbox of the instructor in the Cinema Department office (FA 245) by this same deadline.
ELIGIBILITY:
•All Advanced Screenwriting Courses have pre-requisites. CLICK HERE for more information. (Note: Screenwriting courses do not require acceptance to the Advanced Production Pool.)
•All Advanced Production Courses require acceptance to the Advanced Production Pool. CLICK HERE for more information. (Note: You must also submit the Choice Form, linked below, or your applications will not be processed).
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: For a complete list of Fall 2013 Advanced Course descriptions, instructors, and days/times/locations, CLICK HERE.
NOTE: CINE 442: Producing and Financing Films I and CINE 620: Fiction Filmmaking I both require two semester commitments.
LINKS TO SCREENWRITING COURSE APPLICATIONS
•CINE 556: Feature Screenwriting II
•CINE 656: Screenwriting Workshop
LINKS TO PRODUCTION COURSE APPLICATIONS
•First Step: Choice Form (DO THIS FIRST -- Required of ALL applicants):
Apply to classes AFTER you've filled out the Choice Form linked above:
•CINE 430: Documentary Filmmaking Workshop
•CINE 442: Producing and Financing Films I
•CINE 512: Sound for Film Production
•CINE 515: Directing Actors
•CINE 519: Sound Stage Workshop (1 unit)
•CINE 520: Projects in Post-Production Sound
•CINE 522: Projects in Film Editing
•CINE 524: Digital Sound for Film (Lecture)
•CINE 525: Cinematography & Lighting (16mm)
•CINE 527: Documentary of Social Justice & Health
•CINE 530: Digital Cinematography (HD)
•CINE 551: 2D Digital Animation
•CINE 620: Fiction Filmmaking I
•CINE 630: Workshop in Experimental Documentary
•CINE 651: Experimental Animation
FINAL CLASS LISTS will be posted on the bulletin board outside FA 422 by Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013 at 5:00 PM. An email will follow.
If you have questions, please contact Scott or Jimmy:
Scott Boswell
Fine Arts 422
sboswell@sfsu.edu
415.338.6522
Jimmy Defebaugh
Fine Arts 413
jdefebau@mail.sfsu.edu
415.338.1700
April 8, 2013
Application Deadlines - Fall 2013 Advanced Courses
Advanced Production Pool Students: Course applications for the fall 2013 advanced courses in screenwriting and film production will be available on this blog starting Wednesday, April 17 and due Wednesday, May 1 (5:00 pm). See the outline of deadlines below.
•WED, APR 17th: STEP TWO Course Applications AVAILABLE on this blog.
•WED, MAY 1st: STEP TWO Choice Form & Course Applications DUE by 5:00 pm. Late applications will be not accepted.
•WED, MAY 22nd: Fall 2013 Advanced Production Class Lists
POSTED by 5:00 pm. Bulletin
board outside FA 422. An email will
follow later in the week.
April 2, 2013
Step One: Join the Advanced Production Pool
The Cinema Department is currently accepting applications from students interested in joining the Advanced Production Pool. CLICK HERE to apply.
Deadline: Wednesday, April 3 at 5:00 pm. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
You will receive an email confirmation of your admission to the Pool after April 3.
By joining the Pool you will be eligible to apply for Fall 2013 Advanced Production Classes. Course applications will be available on this blog starting Wednesday, April 17.
If you have questions, contact Scott Boswell or Jimmy Defebaugh:
sboswell@sfsu.edu
415.338.6522
Fine Arts 422 (Office Hours: Tue, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm and by appointment)
jdefebau@mail.sfsu.edu
415.338.1700
FA 413 (by appointment)
Advanced Course Descriptions - Fall 2013
ADVANCED SCREENWRITING COURSES:
CINE 556-01: FEATURE SCREENWRITING II
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: J. HOXTER
WED, 1:10p-3:55p
FA 344B
Prerequisite: CINE 454 or CINE 456 or equivalent course and instructor consent.
Note: This course does not require acceptance to the Advanced Production Pool, but you still must apply.
Course Description: Advanced practice in conceptualizing and writing feature screenplays.
CINE 656-01: SCREENWRITING WORKSHOP
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: S. BOSWELL
THU, 2:10p-4:55p
FA 444
Prerequisite: CINE 556 or equivalent course and instructor consent.
Note: This course does not require acceptance to the Advanced Production Pool, but you still must apply.
Course Description: Advanced projects in film writing. Writing of 60 minutes or longer screenplay, analysis and evaluation of works is progress.
ADVANCED PRODUCTION COURSES:
CINE 430-01: DOCUMENTARY FILM WORKSHOP
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: J. JAKAITIS
THU, 10:10a-12:55p + 3hr. TBA
BAVC (2727 Mariposa St, 2nd Floor)
Course Description: The aesthetics and production techniques of documentary filmmaking using digital tools and processes.
CINE 430-02: DOCUMENTARY FILM WORKSHOP
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: J. SYMONS
THU, 9:10a-11:55p & 2:10p-4:55p
FA 344B / FA 349
Course Description: The aesthetics and production techniques of documentary filmmaking using digital tools and processes.
CINE 442-01: PRODUCING AND FINANCING FILMS I
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: B. BENSON
MON, 7:10p-9:55p
FA 101
Course Description: Economics of production, budgeting, breakdowns, financing and contracts, distribution and exhibition, censorship, copyright, libel and slander, law of privacy, releases. This course requires a two-semester commitment: CINE 442 (pre-production, production) in the fall semester and CINE 542 (post-production) in the spring semester.
CINE 512-01: SOUND FOR FILM
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: D. OLMSTED
FRI, 1:10p-6:55p
CA 115
Course Description: Microphones and recorders for sync-sound and sound effects recording. Professional procedures and creative techniques of recording for film, video, and multimedia. Creative and technical features of the sound studios. Group and individual exercises.
Relationship to Other Courses: This course is designed to build on skills acquired in CINE 310 and to prepare students for independent filmmaking. It can be seen as a companion to Cinematography for live action filmmakers and is appropriate for animation and multimedia production. Highly recommended for students who plan to enroll in CINE 520, Post Production Sound.
CINE 515-01: DIRECTING ACTORS
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: T. WARD
DAY / TIME: WED, 9:10-11:55 & 1:10-3:55
CA 115
Course Description: Creative role of director; focus on directing actors for character driven work.
CINE 519-01: SOUND STAGE WORKSHOP
1 UNIT
INSTRUCTOR: C. YOK
SAT, SEPT 7, 10:00a-5:00p & SUN, SEPT 8, 12:00p-4:00p
FA 143 (SOUND STAGE)
Course Description: An intensive one-day workshop covering safety issues, set-up, production, and wrap-up in the SFSU Sound Stage facility. Hands-on experience with grip (electrical equipment), battens, and counter weights. Step-by-step procedures in the proper use of film production within such a facility.
Note: Student must manage a project on the Sound Stage outside of the workshop date in order to receive credit for the class.
CINE 520-01: PROJECTS IN POST-PRODUCTION SOUND
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: P. JACKSON
WED, 09:10a-11:55a & 1:10p-3:55p
DTC 629 (DOWNTOWN)
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Course Description: Advanced practice in conceptualizing and writing feature screenplays.
CINE 656-01: SCREENWRITING WORKSHOP
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: S. BOSWELL
THU, 2:10p-4:55p
FA 444
Prerequisite: CINE 556 or equivalent course and instructor consent.
Note: This course does not require acceptance to the Advanced Production Pool, but you still must apply.
Course Description: Advanced projects in film writing. Writing of 60 minutes or longer screenplay, analysis and evaluation of works is progress.
ADVANCED PRODUCTION COURSES:
CINE 430-01: DOCUMENTARY FILM WORKSHOP
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: J. JAKAITIS
THU, 10:10a-12:55p + 3hr. TBA
BAVC (2727 Mariposa St, 2nd Floor)
Course Description: The aesthetics and production techniques of documentary filmmaking using digital tools and processes.
CINE 430-02: DOCUMENTARY FILM WORKSHOP
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: J. SYMONS
THU, 9:10a-11:55p & 2:10p-4:55p
FA 344B / FA 349
Course Description: The aesthetics and production techniques of documentary filmmaking using digital tools and processes.
CINE 442-01: PRODUCING AND FINANCING FILMS I
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: B. BENSON
MON, 7:10p-9:55p
FA 101
Course Description: Economics of production, budgeting, breakdowns, financing and contracts, distribution and exhibition, censorship, copyright, libel and slander, law of privacy, releases. This course requires a two-semester commitment: CINE 442 (pre-production, production) in the fall semester and CINE 542 (post-production) in the spring semester.
CINE 512-01: SOUND FOR FILM
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: D. OLMSTED
FRI, 1:10p-6:55p
CA 115
Course Description: Microphones and recorders for sync-sound and sound effects recording. Professional procedures and creative techniques of recording for film, video, and multimedia. Creative and technical features of the sound studios. Group and individual exercises.
Relationship to Other Courses: This course is designed to build on skills acquired in CINE 310 and to prepare students for independent filmmaking. It can be seen as a companion to Cinematography for live action filmmakers and is appropriate for animation and multimedia production. Highly recommended for students who plan to enroll in CINE 520, Post Production Sound.
CINE 515-01: DIRECTING ACTORS
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: T. WARD
DAY / TIME: WED, 9:10-11:55 & 1:10-3:55
CA 115
Course Description: Creative role of director; focus on directing actors for character driven work.
CINE 519-01: SOUND STAGE WORKSHOP
1 UNIT
INSTRUCTOR: C. YOK
SAT, SEPT 7, 10:00a-5:00p & SUN, SEPT 8, 12:00p-4:00p
FA 143 (SOUND STAGE)
Course Description: An intensive one-day workshop covering safety issues, set-up, production, and wrap-up in the SFSU Sound Stage facility. Hands-on experience with grip (electrical equipment), battens, and counter weights. Step-by-step procedures in the proper use of film production within such a facility.
Note: Student must manage a project on the Sound Stage outside of the workshop date in order to receive credit for the class.
CINE 520-01: PROJECTS IN POST-PRODUCTION SOUND
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: P. JACKSON
WED, 09:10a-11:55a & 1:10p-3:55p
DTC 629 (DOWNTOWN)
Requirement: To be
admitted to this class, you must have a short film or video project ready for
sound work (approx 5 mins -- can be section of a longer work. It can be
your own project or another student’s). Picture editing MUST BE COMPLETED
by the start of the semester. You should also have access to the separate
elements of any existing sound you want to preserve or improve.
Course Description: Preparation and editing of multiple sound tracks. Recording and mixing of sound tracks for picture using file-based technologies.
CINE 522-01: PROJECTS IN FILM EDITING
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: I. SCHULZ
MON, 09:10a-11:55a & 1:10p-3:55p
DTC 629 (DOWNTOWN)
Requirement: To be admitted to this class, you must have a short film or video project ready to be edited (it can be your own project or another student’s). Principle photography should be completed by the start of the semester.
Course Description: Course work includes exercises and assignments that explore the theory, aesthetics, and philosophy of editing. Although this is not primarily a Final Cut class, we will be using Final Cut Pro software. Familiarity with Mac OS X is required. A Firewire external drive will be necessary. In addition to reading, lecture, screenings, and demos, the focus of the class will be the editing of individual projects. Original projects other than CINE 310 material are particularly encouraged.
CINE 524-01: DIGITAL SOUND FOR FILM (LECTURE)
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: P. JACKSON
THU, 2:10p-4:55p + 3 hrs. TBA
CA 115
Course Description: While this class will still be primarily a lecture class, the curriculum is designed to give students an understanding of digital sound in terms of production, post-production, and mixing. We will explore concepts in sound design, with representative examples from documentary, experimental, and feature films. Students will be prepared to understand the elements of a film sound track and will be introduced to sound design as an essential filmmaking tool.
CINE 525-01: CINEMATOGRAPHY & LIGHTING (16MM)
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: L. CLARK
TUE, 4:10p-9:55p
FA 438
Course Description: Development of skills and exploration of aesthetics of cinematography and lighting for 16mm production.
CINE 527-01: DOCUMENTARY OF SOCIAL JUSTICE & HEALTH
6 UNITS
INSTRUCTORS: G. SNIDER, R. POULAIN
FRI, 09:10a-11:55a & 1:10p-3:55p
FA 349
Course Description: This is a collaborative class between Cinema and Public Health in which students will research the role of social and economic conditions as a cause of disease and disability, learn to use the medium of Cinema to participate in public dialogue, and examine how documentary can be used as a community-building tool. Students will complete pre-production, production, and post-production on a social issue documentary.
CINE 530-01: DIGITAL CINEMATOGRAPHY (HD)
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: W. ZHANG
THU, 2:10p-4:55p + 3hrs. TBA
FA 438
Course Description: Development of skills and exploration of aesthetics of cinematography and lighting for HD production.
CINE 551-01: 2D DIGITAL ANIMATION
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: M. GORZYCKI
TUE, 09:10a-11:55a & 1:10p-3:55p
DTC 629 (DOWNTOWN)
Course Description: Introduction to 2D digital practices in narrative, documentary, and experimental animation. Hands-on animated projects that explore animation vocabulary, film structure, and theory.
CINE 620-01: FICTION FILMMAKING I
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: S. BOSWELL
MON, 9:10a-11:55a & 1:10p-3:55p
CA 115
Course Description: This intensive sequence enables students to write, direct, and edit a sync-sound thesis film project shot on 16mm film or high definition (HD) video, edited in Final Cut Pro, and mastered on DVD. This course requires a two-semester commitment: CINE 620 (pre-production, production) in the fall semester and CINE 622 (post-production) in the spring semester.
CINE 624-01: ADVANCED PRODUCTION CRAFTS
1 UNIT
INSTRUCTOR: S. FENG
MON, 1:10p-3:55p
FA 143
Course Description: Use of filmmaking equipment and materials. Development of advanced production skills and techniques. Laboratory. Must be taken concurrently with CINE 620 and CINE 622.
CINE 630-01: WORKSHOP IN EXPERIMENTAL DOCUMENTARY
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: G. SNIDER
THU, 9:10a-12:55p
FA 438
Course Description: This film workshop is a combination of experimentation and individual creative projects. This is an advanced workshop – not an equipment based class. As such, students may shoot in ANY CELLULOID FORMAT (stills, 8mm, 16mm, 35mm, etc.) and finish on film OR digital. Students are expected to have a basic familiarity with film equipment.
CINE 651-01: EXPERIMENTAL ANIMATION
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: M. GORZYCKI
WED, 9:10p-11:55p + 3HRS. TBA
FA 325
Course Description: Studies in the aesthetics, structures, and production techniques of experimental and auteur animated films.
Course Description: Development of skills and exploration of aesthetics of cinematography and lighting for HD production.
CINE 551-01: 2D DIGITAL ANIMATION
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: M. GORZYCKI
TUE, 09:10a-11:55a & 1:10p-3:55p
DTC 629 (DOWNTOWN)
Course Description: Introduction to 2D digital practices in narrative, documentary, and experimental animation. Hands-on animated projects that explore animation vocabulary, film structure, and theory.
CINE 620-01: FICTION FILMMAKING I
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: S. BOSWELL
MON, 9:10a-11:55a & 1:10p-3:55p
CA 115
Course Description: This intensive sequence enables students to write, direct, and edit a sync-sound thesis film project shot on 16mm film or high definition (HD) video, edited in Final Cut Pro, and mastered on DVD. This course requires a two-semester commitment: CINE 620 (pre-production, production) in the fall semester and CINE 622 (post-production) in the spring semester.
CINE 624-01: ADVANCED PRODUCTION CRAFTS
1 UNIT
INSTRUCTOR: S. FENG
MON, 1:10p-3:55p
FA 143
Course Description: Use of filmmaking equipment and materials. Development of advanced production skills and techniques. Laboratory. Must be taken concurrently with CINE 620 and CINE 622.
CINE 630-01: WORKSHOP IN EXPERIMENTAL DOCUMENTARY
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: G. SNIDER
THU, 9:10a-12:55p
FA 438
Course Description: This film workshop is a combination of experimentation and individual creative projects. This is an advanced workshop – not an equipment based class. As such, students may shoot in ANY CELLULOID FORMAT (stills, 8mm, 16mm, 35mm, etc.) and finish on film OR digital. Students are expected to have a basic familiarity with film equipment.
CINE 651-01: EXPERIMENTAL ANIMATION
3 UNITS
INSTRUCTOR: M. GORZYCKI
WED, 9:10p-11:55p + 3HRS. TBA
FA 325
Course Description: Studies in the aesthetics, structures, and production techniques of experimental and auteur animated films.
