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Post-Production |
School of Media Studies & Information Technology |
2012/2013 Program AvailabilityNorth Fall: Open |
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Type:
Ontario Graduate Certificate Postgraduate
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Campus:
North
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Program Code:
10371 |
Length: Three consecutive semesters, beginning in September |
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CONTACT INFORMATION: Andrew Ainsworth, program co-ordinator | 416.675.6622 ext. 4561 | andrew.ainsworth@humber.ca
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Humber offers a comprehensive approach to post-production, focusing equally on creative abilities, technical knowledge and management skills. Areas of study include video editing, sound editing/mixing, and two- and three-dimensional visual effects design. Students are exposed to emerging technologies and the latest formats in the screen–based digital industry, such as web streaming, DVD authoring, transcoding, HD and RED video, and multi-channel surround sound. Students also write and shoot original material (including green screen) with HD cameras to gain an appreciation for the complete production/ post-production experience. This opportunity to create coincides with the study of visual and aural language, and the practice of structuring a story in an audiovisual medium.
A substantial part of the program is devoted to post-production supervision and management – budgeting, scheduling, workflow models, deliverables, technical and personnel assessments, element management, facility relations and contracts. Project partnerships with outside producers allow students to experience the authentic pressures of demanding directors, eleventh-hour re-cuts, flaky suppliers, and immovable delivery deadlines.
Given the largely freelance nature of the post-production business, the program stresses the critical value of career research and communications. Students become familiar with the use of trade publications, online resources and contact databases, and learn to market themselves through resumés, covering letters, show reels, and websites.
Located at Humber College’s North Campus, our facility is comprised of a number of state-of-the-art learning laboratories, suites and machine rooms using up-to-date hardware and software from the leading industry suppliers: Avid, Apple, Adobe, Autodesk, Digidesign, Sony, JVC and Panasonic. Students work on dedicated systems and have 24-hour access to equipment and workspaces.
For in-house post-production projects, students make use of a great deal of unedited material and post documentation provided by some of Canada’s largest and most respected production companies including: Shaw Media, CBC, Rhombus Media, Indian Grove Productions and Muse Entertainment. This includes episodic television dramas, documentaries, commercial spots, musicals, music videos, and corporate promos.
It is also common for the program to take on the post-production duties on one or more projects for outside producers, giving students critical real-world experience and screen credits.
Toronto is home to many world-class post-production facilities. In this program, you will become qualified to pursue opportunities as a video/film or audio editor or assistant, or special effects designer or assistant with a variety of employers, including: post-production houses (video and audio), special effects and animation companies, television networks, independent film producers, independent audio and picture editors, and multimedia and web producers.
The program is highly regarded in the industry, and many post-production facilities are regular placement sites for students in the program. Faculty are well connected, and freely share tips and references with students. However, in keeping with the program’s mandate to prepare students for the freelance world of post-production, students are required to secure their field placement themselves – to close the deal, as it were. Each student is required to complete 150 internship hours, paid or unpaid, which may be spread over more than one placement.
Note: For more information visit Selection Procedures.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
Humber also offers the Film and Television Production advanced diploma program 04831 and the 3D for Production: Computer Animation graduate certificate program 11632.
The 2011/2012 fee for three semesters was
– domestic $7,891.50
– international $18,300.
Amounts listed are the total of tuition, lab and material fees, student service and auxiliary fees for the first three semesters of the 2011/2012 academic year.
Fees are subject to change.
For more information visit Fees and Financial Assistance.
$100 – materials (non-refundable).
Semester 1 | ||
| Course Code | Course | Credits |
| PPFT 501 | Tools, Techniques and DesignTools, Techniques and DesignCourse Code: PPFT 501 Credits: 3 Students participating in this course will learn the basic technological components of the Macintosh computer system as used in the post-world, including both hardware and software. Operating systems, file formats, media codecs, file resolutions and the process of converting among these using batch conversion tools will be studied. Further to this, a detailed examination of the underlying technical traits of picture and audio deliverables will be studiedStudents will also learn some design techniques, and their application using the industry standard illustration program, Adobe Illustrator. They will then apply what they’ve learned about file management and design in the process of authoring and printing a DVD of their own project material. | 3 |
| PPFT 502 | Non-Linear Picture Editing 1Non-Linear Picture Editing 1Course Code: PPFT 502 Credits: 4 The students will be introduced to non-linear editing. They will receive hands-on instruction in a variety of software editing packages including Apple Final Cut Pro and Avid Xpress DV. | 4 |
| PPFT 504 | Audio Post-Production 1Audio Post-Production 1Course Code: PPFT 504 Credits: 4 In this course, students will develop an understanding of basic wave theory, analogue and digital audio formats and standards. They will receive hands-on training in non-linear audio element management, narration editing, sound effects, music editing, and automated mixing. Most classes will be divided into a classroom component and a lab component, the latter giving students regular instructor-supervised lab time with the industry's primary audio editing application, Digidesign's Pro Tools. The platform content of the course follows that of the PT 101 course in Digidesign's Professional Training program. | 4 |
| PPFT 506 | Visual Effects 1Visual Effects 1Course Code: PPFT 506 Credits: 4 This course is designed to give the student an overview of various industry standard compositing, 2D and 3D software applications. During this course students will be given the opportunity to enhance their ongoing course projects with any necessary graphics or effects using Photoshop, After Effects and 3ds Max. Upon completion of this course the student will have all of the basic skills needed to create a professional finished animation incorporating 2D and 3D animation, special effects, and compositing. | 4 |
| PPFT 517 | Moving Image FoundationMoving Image FoundationCourse Code: PPFT 517 Credits: 3 This course introduces post-production students to the art, craft, and technology of moving images and their production. Working with digital video cameras, students will learn the mechanics, esthetics, and theory behind shooting technically proficient single-camera drama and documentary productions. The student will be immersed in the entire process from scripting and storyboarding, to camera operation and lighting, to delivery and screening. In addition, the student will also be introduced to basic on-set visual effects and audio recording. In the final classes, the culture of media production will be explored through scheduling, production meetings, and rough-cut screenings. | 3 |
Semester 2 | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| PPFT 500 | Post-Production Supervision 1Post-Production Supervision 1Course Code: PPFT 500 Credits: 3 The understanding of post-production and its supervision is vital to a well-rounded media professional. Since post-production is the culmination of the production process, it is beneficial for students to be fully aware of the sequence and issues surrounding this process. Through the use of lecture, practical exercises and assignments, discussions, guest speakers, tours and handouts, this course will provide the students with a clear and thorough understanding of the post-production supervision process, detailed from pre-production through to wrap. The first semester will give the students an overview of post-production and the role of the post-production supervisor within the professional production environment. | 3 |
| PPFT 503 | Editing TheoryEditing TheoryCourse Code: PPFT 503 Credits: 3 The goal of this course is to teach students the different ways in which images and sounds can be edited together to produce different emotional responses in viewersThe student will develop an awareness of how these techniques work by learning the basic concepts of visual language and storytelling in editing documentaries and fictional film. The main emphasis will be on how editing is used to tell stories. | 3 |
| PPFT 508 | Working with Streaming TechnologiesWorking with Streaming TechnologiesCourse Code: PPFT 508 Credits: 3 Streaming media introduces students to the advantages of publishing their video/audio and design work to the internet. Participants will explore the use of XHTML and CSS to build web pages. Students will receive hands-on training in the tools used by industry professionals such as: Dreamweaver, Fireworks and Flash. An explanation of video compression techniques as they relate to internet publishing will be examined. These techniques will also include the use of other available online tools such as YouTube and Vimeo. At the conclusion of this course students will be expected to have produced a marketable portfolio website. | 3 |
Select two of the following three courses: | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| PPFT 509 | Non-Linear Picture Editing 2Non-Linear Picture Editing 2Course Code: PPFT 509 Credits: 5 In this course, major and minor students will further their skills in non-linear video editing. Using the software systems introduced in PPFT 502, students will learn about the effects and title tools of each system, apply advanced file management functions and input and output video and audio files in the systems using different methods: EDLs, import, export and tape output with colour bars, reference tone and proper time code. Majors will further apply these skills by logging, digitizing, and outputting a project and bring it into an editing suite. | 5 |
| PPFT 510 | Audio Post-Production 2Audio Post-Production 2Course Code: PPFT 510 Credits: 5 In this course, students will further develop their knowledge of audio recording, mixing and editing. Project work will require them to apply skills in all these areas to finish the audio mix for a number of short films. All of the primary disciplines of post audio will be addressed by students on their projects: dialog conform and editing, ADR, foley, sound effects editing and design, music editing, mixing and layback/mastering. Students will also screen various scenes from different film and television projects, both for planning audio post and for analyzing the composition of finished mixes. | 5 |
| PPFT 511 | Visual Effects 2Visual Effects 2Course Code: PPFT 511 Credits: 5 In this course, students further strengthen and enhance their skills using both 2D and 3D software applications such as Adobe After Effects and 3ds Max. During this time students will be introduced to basic special FX techniques through intensive in-class exercises and tutorials. Students will also have the opportunity to develop additional visual FX production skills including professional storyboards and project breakdowns and quotes. Upon completion of this course the individual will have an in-depth knowledge of the workflow and design practices that are needed to create professional broadcast-style graphics. | 5 |
Semester 3 | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| PPFT 505 | Post-Production BusinessPost-Production BusinessCourse Code: PPFT 505 Credits: 2 The course will provide the students with insight on what to expect in the work force, and what will be expected of them. Through exercises, hand-outs, assignments, mock interviews and class presentations, the students will learn the skills needed to look for a job, how to set up a work space, information gathering, preparing resumés and cover letters, through to telephone and interview presentation and follow up. | 2 |
| PPFT 507 | Post-Production Supervision 2Post-Production Supervision 2Course Code: PPFT 507 Credits: 3 Using the knowledge gained from Post-Supervision 1 and the role of the post-production supervisor on a production, this course will provide in-depth detail of the day-to-day operation of post-production supervision from pre-production to wrap. Topics will also include post-production scheduling, budgeting, how to work with facilities and both production and post-production crews. The course will continue to be supplemented with guest speakers and tours (as available) and new technologies and developments in post-production will also be explored. | 3 |
Select two of the following three courses: | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| PPFT 514 | Non-Linear Picture Editing 3Non-Linear Picture Editing 3Course Code: PPFT 514 Credits: 5 In this course, all students will apply their skills of non-linear video editing to one or more assigned projects and a selected project. Major students will be assigned tasks for each step of the selected project: TC burn-in dubs, logging/pre-selecting footage, digitizing and offline, to finishing with an online project. | 5 |
| PPFT 515 | Audio Post-Production 3Audio Post-Production 3Course Code: PPFT 515 Credits: 5 In this course, students will continue to apply their skills and knowledge of the audio post process through the completion phase for their major projects. Professional standards will be applied in the faculty supervision and assessment of the primary post audio functions - dialog conform and editing, ADR recording and editing, sound effects design and editing, music editing, mixing and layback/mastering. The art and science of mixing will be explored in detail. | 5 |
| PPFT 516 | Visual Effects 3Visual Effects 3Course Code: PPFT 516 Credits: 5 Using a combination of compositing, paint, 2D and 3D animation programs, this course will enable students to fine-tune their design, animation, compositing and FX skills by creating industry style projects for their demos such as broadcast opens, show promos and commercial spots. Students will also have the opportunity to apply their skills of visual effects and animation working within groups for their final term project. Groups will be assigned with one major and one minor working together on designing, and developing the content necessary to complete the final project. | 5 |
Students pursue a common curriculum throughout semester one. For semesters two and three students choose to major in two of three possible areas of concentration: picture editing, sound editing and mixing, and visual effects. In exceptional cases a student may choose two of these as minors and major in post supervision. Intensive project-oriented work in a student’s specializations is undertaken concurrently with continued work in non-major subject areas. Each student must also complete a substantial (minimum 150 hours) placement in a professional post-production environment.
