COURSE OUTLINE
Subject Description
In this subject students will build on the skills developed in JOUR215 (Introduction to Convergent Journalism) to hone the skills required to work in a convergent newsroom where staff work under tight deadline pressures and are expected to value-add to stories that might appear in a publication’s hard-copy version. The subject focuses on the development of audio-visual packages using commercial software programs, incorporating movie clips, working with photos, working with sound, working with text, and building slideshows with sound. Students will be expected to develop their own multimedia packages on a range of different topics. They will also play a role in the development and editing of the School’s on-line publication.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this subject students will be able to:
- Shoot and edit simple video interviews
- Work in a team to produce a multimedia online publication
- Develop and produce multimedia packages
Graduate Attributes
Completing the learning and assessment tasks in this subject will assist students in developing the following UOW Graduate Qualities;
- Independent learners Engage with new ideas and ways of thinking and critically analyse issues. Seek to extend knowledge through ongoing research, enquiry and reflection. Find and evaluate information, using a variety of sources and technologies. Acknowledge the work and ideas of others.
- Problem solvers Take on challenges and opportunities. Apply creative, logical and critical thinking skills to respond effectively. Make and implement decisions. Be flexible, thorough, innovative and aim for high standards.
- Effective communicators Articulate ideas and convey them effectively using a range of media. Work collaboratively and engage with people in different settings. Recognise how culture can shape communication.
