Connect the formal attributes of the project to a particular film/tv movement or period and to discuss the contributions of the key creative figures of that movement or period. Students apply to the class as either as producers, directors, cinematographers, editors, sound designers and production designers. The MS in Public Relations consists of a minimum of 48 credits. Lectures, screenings, discussions. Special Topics for Spring 2021 include:FT 552 C1 Developing the Web Series Thur 12:30-3:15 (pre-req FT 310, grad pre-req FT 512 or FT 522) 6 seats reserved for grad students, 6 for undergrads FT 552 D1 Late Night Laughs Thur 12:30-3:15 (pre-req FT 310) 6 seats reserved for grad students, 6 for undergrads FT 552 E1 Remote Production Workshop Mon Wed 8:00am to 9:45 am (pre-req FT 201 w B- or higher) FT 552 F1 Remote Production Workshop Mon Wed 10:10 am to 11:55 am (pre-req FT 201 w B- or higher) FT 552 G1 Intro to Directing Tue 8:00am to 10:45am (pre-req FT 353) FT 552 I1 Crowdfunding & Distribution Thur 3:30 pm to 6:15 pm (pre-req FT 201) Recommended that students bring in a project that is in script phase, in production, or has been produced. We study how sitcoms initially portrayed women and then the emerging changes in response to the feminist movement. PR 309-- satisfies the core curriculum math requirement. Also, you'll create a "leave behind" document, which will consist of an overview of your series, complete with character descriptions, future episode ideas and much more. It is a private school and designated an active research institution. Students who choose to take both FT 303 AND FT 250 do NOT need to select this additional studies course. Understanding Film introduces students to key aesthetic aspects of film. We look at how sitcoms affected popular perception of working class, race, ethnicity, idealized family life and then the growth of different family structures, fantasy and war. For undergraduates, one previous, not for credit, a semester in the organization is required, except with Faculty Advisor consent. Boston University is located in the heart of Boston and, in recognition of its excellence in undergraduate education and research, is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. It provides an opportunity for students to develop advanced editing skills, while learning advanced digital editing techniques on the Avid Media Composer. In this class, we will consider the effects messages have on behavior and development in younger populations. Students can find additional information in the Undergraduate Student Guide and Graduate & Professional Student Guide. Please see the Student Link for prerequisite information. The course combines lecture, discussion, guest speakers, case study, and research to help students uncover and appreciate the power and potential of interactive media. Note that Boston University participates in the scorechoice program, which means that the admissions office will consider your highest score from each individual section across all SAT test dates. Demonstrate practical competency in the key elements of film and television production—including directing, camerawork, lighting, audio recording, editing and producing. A total of 128 credits and 32 four-credit courses is required for graduation. It covers the entire process: finding a topic, developing a story structure, conceiving a style, shooting, editing, and post-production. Students in this class will engage in such analysis, confronting television as a rich and contradictory site of entertainment, culture, politics, ideology, and signs. Public Relations Elective Credits (5 courses – 20 credits) At least 16 of these 20 credits must be from the elective list below. Students learn multimedia concepts, elements, and production to extend the brands of properties and to attract new audiences. Monitoring sociopolitical environment, managing corporate crises and confrontations, analyzing issues, formulating political strategies, developing programs of advocacy advertising, constituency communication, and public involvement. It's all part and parcel of being a creative producer. This class explores opportunities and requirements for work in the public relations industry. This course will view and discuss the work of two of the most important and influential filmmakers of the second half of the twentieth century, Michelangelo Antonioni and Ingmar Bergman. Any film- even a very short one- requires the making of thousands of decisions. Develops the director's knowledge and understanding of actors --the "human equipment" of filmmaking--through direct acting experience. How many mouths do we feed? Be able to deliver narrative story structure through a combination of characterization, conflict and theme. Interested in pursuing the PR path? Familiarity with Macintosh computers is desirable. Effective Fall 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Aesthetic Exploration, Critical Thinking. An eclectic and unsystematic survey of a small number of the supreme masterworks of international film created by some of the greatest artists of the past eighty years. Surveys the history of the documentary and the changes brought about by the advent of television. Course presents the requisite strategies, processes, technology, and skills training to successfully create live multi-camera productions. Given its central role in the filmmaking process, examining the way films are edited can reveal a lot about the inner workings of film and help students understand the art of filmmaking. The Fall 2021 graduate application is open. Projects include PSA's and web videos for local, national, and international non- profits. Undergraduate Prerequisites: COM FT 325 and COM FT 353; a 3.0 COM GPA Graduate Prerequisites: COM FT 707 and COM FT 727; a 3.2 COM GPA This is a class that operates as a student-run, client-driven production company.