Virtual Production: The Music Video
ARST 387
Fall 2024
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01
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| Crosslisting:
DDC 387, IDEA 387 |
This intensive studio course will explore the breadth and depth of the music video genre. Students will learn advanced post-production, motion capture, and video recording techniques. Class sessions will include technical demonstrations, group discussions, and conversations with practitioners in the field. Readings and screenings will examine the relationship between music videos, technology, contemporary art, and popular culture. Students will learn how to use the 3D motion capture studio and record live musical performances. Software will include Adobe AfterEffects, Blender, and DaVinci Resolve. Through weekly exercises and a final independent project, students will learn to work collaboratively and develop a distinct creative voice. The course will culminate with a final music video project, to be screened at the end of the semester. Previous experience in Adobe Premiere Pro software is required. Preference will be given to students who have successfully completed ARST 286, ARST 386, DDC 108, or DDC 448. All students must be concurrently enrolled in the virtual production lab which meets Fridays 1:20 p.m. - 3:20 p.m. in DDC. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA ART |
| Course Format: Studio | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (ARST) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
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Examinations and Assignments:
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Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
This Class will meet in DDC100.
Please create a 1-2 minute video answering the following questions:
What is your name?
What is your major?
Have you taken video production courses at Wesleyan? If so, which one(s)?
Do you have experience using video editing software and camera equipment? If so, which one(s)?
Please describe your favorite music video. What do you like about it?
Applicants are encouraged to share links to any past creative projects.
All materials must be emailed to iharrisbabou@wesleyan.edu & pbermudez@wesleyan.edu by Thursday, April 11th.
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| Instructor(s): Harris-Babou,Ilana Yacine Bermudez,Pedro Times: .M.W... 01:20PM-03:50PM; Location: DDC100; |
Permission of Instructor Required
Enrollment capacity: 12 | Permission of instructor approval will be granted by the instructor during pre-registration through the Electronic Portfolio. Click "Add to My Courses" and "To request a POI electronically, click here" to submit your request. |
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