Development and impact of electronic media institutions of radio, television, cable, satellite, internet, and new media technologies as social, vocational, economic, and political forces in American society. The emphasis of this course is on history, organization, operation, occupation, programming, political development, regulation, and business practices.
A general interest course covering the history, organization, and social role of major mass communication media, such as radio, television, motion pictures, print, recording industries, the Internet, and the World Wide Web. Basic theory of communication and communication research. Emphasis on the influence of mass media on the individual and society.
A general interest course covering the history, organization, and social role of major mass communication media, such as radio, television, motion pictures, print, recording industries, the Internet, and the World Wide Web. Basic theory of communication and communication research. Emphasis on the influence of mass media on the individual and society.
Project-intensive course practicing the skills required for mixing audio in surround sound with a focus on a variety of immersive audio environments. Students learn to apply multi-channel audio plug-ins and the techniques used to mix to multiple speakers and binaural headphones for music mixes and sound-for-visual-media projects.
Project-based course designed as a continuation of BCST 125A for intermediate-level students focusing on their skills in professional sound recording and mixing. Practice in the development of workflow and etiquette required in a professional
mixing studio environment will be further developed using tech-enhanced materials.
An introduction to the analog and digital multi-track techniques used in various stages of professional sound recording as well as the workflow and etiquette required in a professional recording studio environment. The processes of capturing basic tracks and overdubbing will be examined using tech-enhanced materials.
This project-oriented, hands-on course teaches intermediate technical skills and aesthetics of video field production. Students collaborate in teams to produce a commercial, documentary, and promotional package from concept to production. Field Production students collaborate with other departments to produce content college wide, applying storytelling techniques and deepening skills in video camera, location sound and lighting equipment operation.
A hands-on, project-oriented course teaching intermediate technical skills and aesthetics of studio production for TV. Students collaborate to develop, plan, and produce a video production segment in the TV studio. Students engage in all aspects of multi-camera video production including pre-production planning, multiple sound sources, lighting, and distribution. Students' projects air on San Francisco's Educational Access TV Channel 27.
Media-related work experience and further career development in a supervised setting. Work experience in an approved industry facility such as a television station, a sound recording studio or business, a webcast enterprise, a radio station, a video production company, a corporate media production enterprise, and/or a multimedia production team. One unit of credit is earned for 54 hours of paid or unpaid work.
This course prepares the student to find and successfully complete a college-based or industry-based media internship. Students prepare a media resume, learn time management, networking, and interview skills. Students improve work-based skills, research media jobs and prepare for media industry employment.