DOC 503 - Producing Reality Television

This course will serve students wishing to hone skills and pursue careers in producing reality television programming. Students will learn various techniques and methods for creating broadcast quality reality-style programs across the format’s many genres. There will also be an emphasis on the legal and ethical issues that are central to the genre. In addition to classroom discussions and screenings, students will work in the field producing, filming and editing reality programming. Fee: $300. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits