FTV 215 - DIRECTING FOR FILM AND VIDEO

    Recent Professors
    Kevin North
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    24 students
    Difficulty
    4.0Lightout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Students are introduced to the fundamental techniques of directing for film and video. Various methods and techniques of working with actors are examined along with blocking and staging scenes. Topics include script analysis, formulating a creative vision for the scene, mise-en-scene, directing actors for camera, basic camera coverage strategies, camera movement motivation and composition, and working with a crew. Students will apply various techniques and theories to in-class scene work.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 2:45pm–4:50pm