Faculty: Fine Arts This major provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of radio, television, and cinema, focusing on the creation, production, and analysis of audio-visual content. Students explore key areas such as scriptwriting, directing, cinematography, and media production. The program emphasizes creativity, technical skills, and the application of storytelling techniques to produce compelling audio-visual narratives. Graduates are prepared for careers in filmmaking, television production, radio broadcasting, and media analysis. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of radio, TV, and cinema production. - Develop skills in scriptwriting, directing, and cinematography. - Learn techniques for audio and video production, editing, and post-production. - Explore the role of storytelling and narrative structure in audio-visual media. - Understand the principles of media analysis and criticism. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in the radio, TV, and cinema industry. - Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills for media production projects. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Radio, TV, and Cinema** - Overview of the field, its history, and its importance in media and entertainment. 2. **Scriptwriting and Storytelling** - Study of narrative structure, character development, and dialogue writing. - Techniques for creating compelling scripts for radio, TV, and film. 3. **Directing and Cinematography** - Principles of visual storytelling, shot composition, and camera techniques. - Techniques for directing actors and managing production crews. 4. **Audio and Video Production** - Fundamentals of recording, editing, and mixing audio and video content. - Techniques for using production equipment and software. 5. **Post-Production and Editing** - Study of video editing, sound design, and special effects. - Techniques for refining and polishing audio-visual content. 6. **Media Analysis and Criticism** - Exploration of media theories, genres, and critical approaches. - Techniques for analyzing and critiquing radio, TV, and cinema content. 7. **Emerging Trends in Radio, TV, and Cinema** - Analysis of innovations such as streaming platforms, virtual reality, and interactive media. - Techniques for adapting to new trends and technologies in the industry. 8. **Capstone Project in Radio, TV, and Cinema** - Real-world project to apply learned skills in producing a short film, TV episode, or radio program. - Techniques for delivering a comprehensive audio-visual production. **Assessment Methods:** - Media production projects and portfolio development. - Written assignments on scriptwriting, media analysis, and production techniques. - Group projects in directing, cinematography, and post-production. - Participation in internships or fieldwork with media production companies, TV stations, or film studios. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "The Filmmaker's Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide for the Digital Age" by Steven Ascher and Edward Pincus. - "Story: Substance, Structure, Style, and the Principles of Screenwriting" by Robert McKee. - "In the Blink of an Eye: A Perspective on Film Editing" by Walter Murch. - "Understanding Movies" by Louis Giannetti. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of media, film, or communication is recommended. Suitable for students in media studies, film, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years, including coursework, media projects, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Radio, TV, and Cinema or a related field. **Target Audience:** Aspiring filmmakers, TV producers, radio broadcasters, and media analysts seeking to excel in the creation and analysis of audio-visual content. This major equips students with the creative, technical, and analytical skills needed to excel in radio, TV, and cinema, driving innovation and storytelling in the media and entertainment industry.