Humanities Arts Cultural Stu 0202 - Making Media for Democracy

In this video production workshop, we will study historic and contemporary examples of international advertising produced for political groups and movements as we make media for change and transformation. Each week students will analyze works created by corporations, collectives, and artists as they create a short work of their own. Hands on technical workshops will reinforce or introduce production and design skills. Our workflow will incorporate research and development of an idea, editing and revision. The final project will be created in response to the US presidential elections of 2016, an international, national, or local issue such as gun control or reproductive justice, or a movement such as Black Lives Matter. Required weekly screenings will include Daisy Girl (1964), Chile's No campaign (1988), Man from Hope (1992). Print, radio, performance, and social media will also be examined. Readings will include cultural, historical, and critical texts. Enrolled or top 5 waitlist students who DO NOT attend the first class session risk losing their place on the class roster.

Arts, Design, and Media Independent Work Students are expected to spend an additional 10 hours per week on preparation and work outside of class time. Lab Fee: $65