Ms.

Reddy
Basic Video
Course outline: one semester
I. Learn to use the equipment necessary for desktop production
Camcorder and Tripod:
1. Identify parts of the camera and demonstrate proper use
2. Learn how to compose camera shots and execute movements
3. Demonstrate camera skills by videotaping
4. Quiz on camera shots and movements
II. In the beginning.
A. timeline of communications technology
B. inventor of television
III. The Editor
1. learn how to capture footage in AVID
2. learn how to edit video using AVID
3. learn different styles of editing including multiple audio and video tracks
IV. Introduction to TV studio and Careers in Television
1. Tour of the HVS-TV studio
2. Identify the careers in television and radio
V. Audio: A. Learn the essentials of audio production
1. Learn the different types of microphones and pick up patterns
2. learn how to set up for a production
3. be familiar with an audio mixer
4. written test on audio
B. Learn how to produce an interview program
1. write a script for broadcast television interview
2. learn how to direct an interview
3. learn how to perform on television
VI. Writing for Television and the techniques of Broadcast Journalism
1. Learn the broadcast style of journalism
2. Learn to write for a variety of productions
VII. Performing on Television and the role of the floor director
1. Learn the floor directors cues
2. Learn the proper performing techniques
3. Learn the teleprompter
VIII. Lighting for Television
1. Describe the importance of lighting for video
2. demonstrate knowledge of the three point lighting plan
3. identify the basic lighting instruments and their function
Final Exam/Video and Paper: The video is a free project. You may choose to create a short movie, poetry
on video, animation sequence or you may choose to repeat a project you have already created in here
(music video, PSA, commercial ,demo, news feature, etc). You will also be expected to write a five
paragraph paper (details to be announced).
Note: All video programs will require script approval before checking out equipment. Throughout the
semester, various instructional videos will be show

Ms. Reddys Basic Video

Email: janet.reddy@hvs.org
phone (248) 676-8320 ext. 7089
Length: one semester
Text: instructor will refer to The Television Production Handbook, Zettl, when creating class
materials.
Software: AVID Media Composer 5
Supplies requested: paper, pen, folder.
Note: SAVE YOUR RAW FOOTAGE UNTIL YOUR PROJECT HAS BEEN GRADED!Also, in the
course description it states Students will be required to videotape outside of the school day to
complete projects. Think of it as your homework in here.

Students in this class will learn the basics of creating a good video production. Once students
complete this course they are encouraged to sign up for Advanced Video or Broadcast News. This
class can also prepare you for an internship at HVS-TV .
If you successfully complete the Advanced Video Production course, you can earn 3 college
credits at Ferris State University (if accepted as a student from the University) through an
articulation agreement with Lakeland High School. There are many career opportunities available
to you in this industry. Some of the careers include: audio and video equipment technician, video
editor, camera operator, producer, audio engineer, director, announcer, master control engineer,
stage manager and many others.
Grading: Grades will be calculated based upon the total points earned for the marking period.
Grading Scale: will be based upon the following percentages:
A
93-100
A90-92
B+
87-89
B
83-86
B80-82
C+
77-79
C
73-76
C70-72
D+
67-69
D
63-66
D60-62
E
59 and below
Students are expected to be responsible in this class. Any intentional destruction of property,
misuse of equipment or abuse of technology will not be tolerated. No food, candy, gum or
beverages are allowed in the classroom. You are expected to be an active contributor to all
parts of the video production process. For example: you must be present and be able to prove it
( either turn the camera around and show that you were there or be present in the video ) during
the taping of the project to get the points for raw footage. I cannot give you credit for an
assignment if you were not present during the actual shooting. For example, if your partner shot
the game footage and you were not present during that process, you do not get the 20 points for
raw footage however you may still continue to be a part of that project if you are an active
participant in the editing process.
Students are expected to work on their assignments during class. If a student is not on task (playing
games, talking, distracting behavior, etc) then I will assume their project is finished and will grade it at that
time (as is). Students may be given alternate assignments if the instructor feels that it is necessary.