From television's earliest history, to the television and internet of today, short sketch comedy has been an integral part of the media landscape. Through screenings, discussion, guest speakers, and production projects, our class will explore this perennial, popular form. With the class working as a show staff, we will create original digital sketches, studio-based sketch comedy, or some combination of these forms.
Course Requirements:
Video production work, including pre-production contracts, scripting, shooting, and editing (65%), Short written analysis papers (20%), class participation/engagement (15%)
Intended Audience:
The intended audience for the course is undergraduate students, primarily FTVM majors. Permission of the instructor is required.
Class Format:
The class meets once per week for four hours per week.