FLM PRD 120 - Camera Assistant/Digital Utility Level 1

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    Credits
    6
    Prerequisite
    FLM PRD 100
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course introduces students to the basic skills of the Loader, Digital Utility, Media Manager and Second Camera Assistant. The course covers many topics, including the fundamentals of image capture and optics for moving pictures, an overview of the camera crew - with a focus on Loading, Utility and Media Management - as well life skills on location and in the studio. The goal of the class is to teach students the skills necessary to work as a camera assistant with particular emphasis on working as a loader and digital utility on union productions. It includes lecture and hands-on lab time for the students to practice and drill skills including loading, monitor setup, camera settings and concepts, department paperwork and working collaboratively with other crew.