Journalism & Mass Commncations - Visual Storytelling

Catalog description

This course is about understanding how an idea becomes something you can see and how the media use visuals in the most efficient and effective ways possible. Students will develop a visual vocabulary and personal aesthetic as they expand their skills in the use of the digital toolbox-including presentation design, and the use of graphics, typography, color, photography (still and video) and audio. They will put their learning into practice through production of visual projects for diverse audiences served by print, online and broadcast media. Must be completed with a grade of C (2.0) or higher to advance in the JMC curriculum. Prerequisite: JMC 101 with a grade of 2.0 or better. It is highly recommended that students take at least one Tech Tools section concurrently.