MDPR-3390 Editing Theory and Practice–Fa 3 hours In this course, students will learn terminology and techniques related to video editing and post-production, including assembly, file organization, and aesthetic approaches to how visual storytelling in film and video extends to the editing process. Prerequisite: MDPR-1130 Video Production. (Fee: $75) MDPR-3410 Principles of Computer Animation–Sp 3 hours Application of the principles of traditional cell-based animation to computer animation, as well as the effective use of animation for communication. Prerequisite: MDPR-2410 Introduction to Computer Animation, or approval from the instructor. (Fee: $50) MDPR-3420 VFX and Compositing–Fa 3 hours This course deals with the creation of computer-generated visual effects and the process for compositing those effects into live action footage. Topics include VFX creation, image matching and manipulation and compositing techniques using industry standard software. Prerequisite: MDPR-2420 Introduction to Motion Design. (Fee: $75) MDPR-3520 Sports Production Practicum–Fa,Sp 1 hour Production on a video crew in sports production as assigned by the instructor. The course is repeatable for a total of six hours. (Fee: $75) MDPR-3560 Sports Content Practicum–Fa,Sp 1 hour Development of personalized assignments of sports content in written, video, audio, photographic and social media formats for online media outlets within the university, either individually or as a member of a team under the supervision of a faculty mentor. Prerequisite: MDPR-2520 Sports Reporting. Repeatable. MDPR-4110 Digital Media Law and Regulation–Fa 3 hours A study of the legal protections and requirements placed upon the electronic media. Emphasis is placed upon court decisions that help to define First Amendment freedoms for those in the media, as well as regulations placed upon the electronic media. Prerequisite: Junior or senior status. MDPR-4120 3 hours Media Strategy and Consulting–Sp Because of the ongoing changes in the communication system, media companies and businesses are in constant reinvention of the ways in which they meet the needs of their audiences by innovations in programming, products and services. In this course students will be presented with a current problem in the use of new and emerging media to connect a client with its audience. Teams will then design a solution to meet the needs of both client and audience. Prerequisite: Junior or senior status. MDPR-4130 Senior Seminar–Fa, Sp 1 hour Senior Seminar prepares students to transition from college into professional life by developing clarity of identity, direction, and professional communication. Students will articulate a personal brand, refine résumés and portfolios, practice interview skills, and engage with professionals through networking opportunities. Emphasis is placed on intentional self-presentation, reflection, and Christ-honoring professionalism as students prepare for postgraduate careers. Prerequisite: Senior status as media production major. (Fee: $45) MDPR-4150 Media Internship 3–12 hours Students are placed with media companies to gain experience in actual career situations. The work must be done under the supervision of an employee of the company approved by the faculty mentor. Students should discuss this option with their advisors at least one semester prior to the internship. Internship agreements must be signed by the student, job supervisor, and faculty mentor for the experience. Internships depend upon availability and approval by the media faculty. Capstone course. Prerequisites: GPA of 3.0 in major courses; Junior or senior status; approval by the MDPR faculty. MDPR-4160 Senior Project 3 hours The student selects one of two options: 1) a paper reporting on the student’s original research that investigated a topic in electronic media or 2) a media production. A proposal detailing the student’s plan for the senior project must be submitted and approved by the faculty mentor prior to registration for the course. Capstone course. Prerequisites: GPA of 3.0 in major courses; Senior status; permission of MDPR faculty. (Fee: $35) MDPR-4310 Documentary Film Production–Sp 3 hours Further study of the framework for non-fiction film-style production. Emphasis is placed on cinematography, interviewing, paper editing, directing, post-production, and distribution unique to documentary programming. Prerequisite: MDPR-1130 Video Production; MDPR-2120 Preproduction. (Fee: $75) (odd years) MDPR-4320 Directing the Narrative Film–Sp 3 hours Building on techniques of video production and direction that have been introduced in previous courses, students will spend the semester creating and directing a narrative short film and seeing it through the various stages of production. Prerequisites: MDPR3310 Digital Film Production or approval from the instructor; Junior or senior status. (Fee: $75) (even years) MDPR-4440 Advanced Motion Design–Sp 3 hours This course explores professional animation workflows, mainly using Abobe After Effects, with integration of outside tools and/or plugins (e.g. DaVinci Resolve, Cinema 4D, and Maya). Students will produce spec projects by navigating the full production pipeline — from concept development and storyboarding to animation, color, and final delivery. Emphasis is placed on cross-platform techniques and the critical evaluation of emerging trends and technologies shaping the future of motion design. Prerequisites: MDPR-2410 Introduction to Computer Animation; MDPR-2420 Introduction to Motion Design; MDPR-3420 VFX and Compositing. (Fee: $75) MDPR-4540 Magazine Writing–Sp 3 hours This course covers the techniques of writing in-depth articles for mass circulation and specialized magazines. Students will learn the process of writing and submitting feature articles as well as analysis of markets for freelance magazine articles. Students will prepare and submit professional quality manuscripts for publication. Prerequisites: MDPR-1510 Multiplatform Storytelling, JOUR-2000 Multiplatform Journalism II, or permission of the instructor. MDPR-4710 Special Topics: Media Production–Fa, Sp 3 hours Available to advanced students who desire intense study in special areas of electronic media. Prerequisites: Junior or senior status as a media production major; permission of the faculty mentor. MDPR-4720 Independent Study: Media Production 1–3 hours Taken to allow the student to study an area beyond what is provided through regular course offerings. The student must make a proposal of what is to be studied for the term when applying to a faculty mentor. The student will then follow a schedule approved by the faculty mentor for studying the topic and submitting a report. Repeatable to a total of 6 credit hours in the field. Prerequisite: Approval of proposal by faculty mentor. Management (MGMT) MGMT-3500 3 hours Principles of Organization and Management–Fa, Sp An examination of the policies, principles, practices, and problems involved in the management of organizations as they are currently being applied in the United States and around the world to meet or exceed customer’s expectations. 2026–27 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Page 291 Course Descriptions MDPR-3390 – MGMT-3500
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