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Program of Photography and Cameraman Operation

FKM170

POST-PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES

Course Code
FKM170
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
4
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelAssociate Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS4
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Explain the fundamental stages of the post-production process and the relationships among these stages.
  2. Import, organize, and manage image and sound files according to a post-production workflow.
  3. Create narrative and visual coherence between shots using fundamental editing techniques.
  4. Export audiovisual projects according to the technical requirements of different distribution and exhibition platforms.
  5. Plan, implement, and complete the post-production process of an audiovisual project.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNon
Course DescriptionThis course covers the fundamental post-production processes carried out after the production stage of audiovisual works. Topics include importing, organizing, and archiving digital image and sound files; fundamental editing techniques; image and sound synchronization; sound editing; color correction and grading; titles and credits; basic graphic applications; and exporting projects for different distribution platforms. Students apply the technical and aesthetic stages of post-production within an integrated workflow and complete audiovisual projects.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to post-production: Fundamental concepts, stages, and post-production workflow
2nd Week Digital image and sound formats: Resolution, frame rate, aspect ratio, and basic technical properties
3rd Week Importing, organizing, naming, backing up, and managing image and sound files
4th Week Introduction to editing: Editing interface, timeline, shot selection, and basic cutting and assembly
5th Week Fundamental editing techniques: Relationships between shots, continuity, and transitions
6th Week Narrative, time, tempo, and rhythm in editing
7th Week Image and sound synchronization; basic sound editing and level adjustment
8th Week Midterm Examination / Practical Examination
9th Week Use of dialogue, ambient sound, sound effects, and music; basic sound mixing
10th Week Introduction to color correction: Exposure, contrast, white balance, and color balance
11th Week Color grading: Visual atmosphere, color consistency, and basic grading practices
12th Week Use of titles, subtitles, credits, and basic graphic elements
13th Week Creating visual and auditory coherence through image, sound, color, and graphic elements
14th Week Export and delivery: Codecs, file formats, compression, and preparing outputs for different distribution platforms / Completion of the post-production project
Recommended or Required ReadingMurch, W. In the Blink of an Eye: A Perspective on Film Editing. Silman-James Press.
Dancyger, K. The Technique of Film and Video Editing: History, Theory, and Practice. Focal Press.
Hollyn, N. The Film Editing Room Handbook. Peachpit Press.
Van Hurkman, A. Color Correction Handbook: Professional Techniques for Video and Cinema. Peachpit Press.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Project
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 20
Assignment 3 30
Total(%) 50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 50
Total(%) 100
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

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