Recent SemestersFall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024Class SizeNot publishedCredits3PrerequisiteCompletion of AAD 79/COMM 31A/PHOT 79 with grade of "C" or better Transfers ToCSUDescriptionAlso known as AAD 89 Examines the principles, techniques and terminology that are specific to documentary filmmaking. Students produce documentary films that incorporate industry standard pre-production preparation such as creating contracts, research, location surveys, and script writing. Major topics include camera operation, capturing b-roll, location sound recording, mixing, editing and formatting for distribution. (CSU, UC)Usually HeldWed 1:35pm–2:55pm, Wed 12:30pm–1:35pm, Mon 10:05am–11:35am, Mon 8:15am–9:20am 