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Introduction to the theory and principles of motion graphics. The course will explore the role of motion graphics in dynamic digital media for video, television, the internet, DVD interface design, video game design and interactive interface design. Integration of graphics, color, typography, photography, and sound. Case studies of contemporary designers will be an integral goal part of lectures and laboratory exercises. Working individually or in teams, students will research, write, design, storyboard and produce motion graphics for lm titles, promotional videos, advertising and television graphics using software such as Pho- toshop, Illustrator, AfterEffects or Adobe Premiere Pro. 2 cl hrs, 2 lab hrs, 3 crs

Introduction to the theory and principles of motion graphics. The course will explore the role of motion graphics in dynamic digital media for video, television, the internet, DVD interface design, video game design and interactive interface design. Integration of graphics, color, typography, photography, and sound. Case studies of contemporary designers will be an integral goal part of lectures and laboratory exercises. Working individually or in teams, students will research, write, design, storyboard and produce motion graphics for lm titles, promotional videos, advertising and television graphics using software such as Pho- toshop, Illustrator, AfterEffects or Adobe Premiere Pro. 2 cl hrs, 2 lab hrs, 3 crs

Internship in Communication Design Assignment to field work/study situations of approximately eight to ten plus hours per week at a graphic arts-related internship site approved by the department internship director. Sites may be in areas such as advertising, printing, corporate communications or publishing. Students keep a log/journal to be shared in group seminars/discussions. Supervision is by faculty and by the job supervisor. Students will be required to keep a learning journal of their internship in the form of a blog using Open Lab.

Internship in Communication Design Assignment to field work/study situations of approximately eight to ten plus hours per week at a graphic arts-related internship site approved by the department internship director. Sites may be in areas such as advertising, printing, corporate communications or publishing. Students keep a log/journal to be shared in group seminars/discussions. Supervision is by faculty and by the job supervisor. Students will be required to keep a learning journal of their internship in the form of a blog using Open Lab.

This course introduces students to core concepts in the media field including color theory, design and production terminology, reproduction processes, file formats and substrates. Lectures will provide students with a historical perspective of the media field as well as discussing current practices and future trends.

This course introduces students to core concepts in the media field including color theory, design and production terminology, reproduction processes, file formats and substrates. Lectures will provide students with a historical perspective of the media field as well as discussing current practices and future trends.