Explores basic creative principles including composition and lighting; provides technical instruction; develops workflow and post-production processes; and teaches basic editing principles-all in the context of communications photography and multimedia storytelling.

Teaches underlying principles of visual communications and the fundamental strategies, tools and practices of graphic design; emphasizes visual problem-solving, including conceptualization, typography, layout, image editing and production of print and digital communications.

Continuation of VIS 207. Students learn contemporary applications such as Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign for print and web.

Students will gain a real-world understanding of the building blocks of telling compelling visual stories in both video and still photography by learning foundational principles and skills for visual journalism.

This course provides a platform for students to expand their design foundational skills through the creation of a game design system.

Teaches basics of still photography for broadcast journalism including composition and lighting. Provides technical instruction, develops workflow and post-production processes and teaches basic editing for broadcast journalism students.

Teaches foundational principles and skills of videography and broadcast journalism.

Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution's practice. SUAbroad works with the SU academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student's transcript.

Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

This course advances students use of creative principles in lighting, composition and storytelling, and expands on technical skills in both video and photography.

This course focuses on basic lighting, camera and post-production skills foundational for still and video storytelling. Through lecture, studio work and lab activities, students learn to create compelling editorial and commercial content. Additional work required of graduate students.

This course will focus on effective image organization, color theory, image selection, editing, and photo compositing, as well as efficient workflows, proper metadata management, captioning, and archival methods.

Explores essential history, concepts, skills and strategies for thoughtful and informed typographic decision-making in creating elegant and smart design solutions. Focuses on typeface design, the setting of text, and visual strategies. Additional work required of graduate students.

Course assumes foundational skills in camera controls. This course focuses on developing technical and conceptual lighting and postproduction skills used in still and video productions to create compelling editorial and commercial content in studio and on location. Additional work required of graduate students.

Intermediate course for graphic design majors builds on foundational principles and skills in design, writing and imaging. Students create original print and digital design projects while also considering budgeting and processes. Additional work is required of graduate students.

Utilizing the latest techniques in animation, editing and sound, students will have the opportunity to explore cutting-edge motion design strategies that enhance production value and audience response.

Explore ways of telling compelling stories by utilizing various forms of digital media, combining audio, still images and motion to advance narratives beyond the printed page.

Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution's practice. SUAbroad works with the SU academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student's transcript.

Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

Teaches visual storytellers various topics in using the tools, techniques and best practices of their trade, focusing on how to use them powerfully in various contexts. Additional work is required for graduate students.

Teaches principles and practices of photojournalistic/documentary/editorial storytelling for print, multimedia and video contexts. Topics include news, features, portraits and sports photography; picture story and essay production. Additional work required of graduate students.

Students learn advanced technical, video and multimedia skills to enhance their command of story development. Students will expand their understanding of professional practices. Additional work required of graduate students.

Teaches students how to develop and edit their own work through semester-long projects while also editing the work of outstanding professionals and analyzing aspects of the editing profession. Additional work required of graduate students.

This course focuses on production of advanced commercial and advertising content for multimedia and print. It builds on skills learned in previous lighting courses, while emphasizing professional business practices and working with live talent.

Students explore digital world creation, character animation, visual scripting, and asset creation to create a narrative focused game experience.

Focuses on developing and collecting content for advanced photo and video/multimedia projects; emphasizes creativity, work ethic, personal intention and community-building skills in the service of becoming a better visual communicator. Additional work is required of graduate students.

Teaches skills necessary for forming and running a multimedia, design, video or photography business, including branding, budgeting, assessing costs, formulating profitable market strategies and marketing visual communications products. Emphasizes promotion in a new media environment. Additional work is required of graduate students.

This course examines how to best utilize editing tools and techniques to create compelling characters, great cinematic expressions, story arcs and complex moral landscapes-all applicable in fiction and nonfiction video and multimedia storytelling. Additional work required of graduate students.

This course explores mindful, creative, intentional use of lighting and camera approaches to solve photographic challenges and conceptual problems in the studio and on location. Additional work required of graduate students.

Teaches technology and strategies in motion graphics and how to build rich storytelling experiences for publication on multiple platforms. Students create multimedia productions using still imagery, video, audio and type. Additional work required of graduate students.

Students will utilize design thinking to create human-centered experiences and useable interfaces for web and mobile, including an interactive prototype for a UI/UX project package. Additional work is required of graduate students.

This advanced course teaches how to design and build immersive digital environments for the communications industry. Students explore best practices and theories, and develop the skills and vocabulary to design for mixed-realities using cutting edge technology. Additional work required for graduate students.

Teaches visual storytellers best practices in portfolio development and presentation methods. Students identify unique personal vision and then edit work to create a strong portfolio. Additional work required of graduate students.

Students work individually and in collaboration to produce advanced still and multimedia commercial projects and develop portfolios that reflect their brand.

Students work individually and in collaboration to produce advanced still and multimedia photojournalism projects and develop portfolios that reflect their brand.

Students work individually and in collaboration to produce advanced graphic design projects and develop portfolios that reflect their brand.

Students work individually and in collaboration to produce advanced still and multimedia projects and develop portfolios that reflect their brand.

Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.

Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.

Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

Students study basic principles of photography and multimedia, including composition and lighting. Teaches workflow and post-production processes and basic editing for photography and video/multimedia.

Students explore generative artificial intelligence tools and platforms used in all phases of production for commercial and narrative storytelling.

This course teaches intermediate design, with a focus on developing more sophisticated layout, illustration and production skills while exploring classic and contemporary design styles.

Basic photo/video lab for VIS 201 or VIS 501.

These short courses provide specific areas of study not covered in depth in other courses. These courses are based on faculty and student interest.

This course is designed to explore various methods of how visual communications are used as a method of promotion in the fashion, art and communications industries.

Teaches visual concepts and strategies in publication design, including use of typography, color, language, images, and the use of space. Students will learn to create smart design solutions for books, magazines and newspapers.

Advanced photo/video lab to support advanced photography and video course work.

Teaches an overview of industry innovators, fashion and portrait photography. Instruction includes studio and location lighting, the portrayal of subjects, and color printing. The course may include a visit to a professional NYC fashion shoot.