On Editing: Curriculum Frameworks for Film & Media Production
This collection presents five distinct course frameworks developed to address a range of pedagogical needs within film editing and media production education. Each outline is rooted in extensive professional practice and a commitment to fostering both technical mastery and critical, theoretical understanding.
These frameworks demonstrate an approach to curriculum design that is adaptable, industry-relevant, and focused on cultivating skilled, critically-aware practitioners. They are offered as considered models for university program directors and course coordinators seeking to develop new programs or enhance existing offerings with robust, engaging, and impactful instruction in the art and craft of editing. From foundational undergraduate modules to intensive, practice-led workshops, these structures illustrate a comprehensive vision for contemporary editing education.
"Editing is a lot about patience and discipline and just banging away at something, turning off the machine and going home at night because you're frustrated and depressed, and then coming back in the morning to try again."
-Thelma Schoonmaker
COURSES
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Seminar
This seminar explores the theoretical underpinnings, historical evolution, and diverse cultural expressions of film editing. From the foundational principles of Soviet Montage and Classical Hollywood continuity to contemporary and global innovations, students will critically analyze how editing shapes narrative, meaning, and audience experience. The course emphasizes critical thinking and discussion, grounded in key theoretical texts and case studies of influential editors and film movements.
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Workshop
This intensive course provides a thorough grounding in Adobe Premiere Pro, designed to equip students with the skills to confidently navigate the software and edit video projects to a professional standard. Each week will focus on specific toolsets and workflows, with an emphasis on practical application and efficient editing techniques.
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Hybrid
This course integrates the fundamental theories, historical evolution, and diverse cultural applications of film editing with practical, hands-on training in Adobe Premiere Pro. Students will learn to analyze editing techniques from global cinema while developing the technical skills to craft compelling narratives, ultimately becoming thoughtful and proficient beginner editors.
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Music Video
This course provides advanced practical experience in professional music video production through an industry-focused learning model. Students will develop, produce, and deliver high-quality music videos while working directly with local musicians. The course emphasizes creative direction, professional production practices, and achieving industry-standard deliverables suitable for various distribution platforms.
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Music Video (1 month intensive)
This intensive, month-long course provides hands-on experience in professional music video production. Students will rapidly develop, shoot, and deliver high-quality music videos while working directly with local musicians in a simulated industry environment. The course emphasizes practical production skills, creative direction, and industry-standard deliverables, with a strong focus on efficient workflow and professional outcomes within a compressed timeframe.
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