Discover the World of Communication (Session 1 AM) - Scriptwriting and Video Production

Write an original short script. Produce a video, including shooting, sound recording, and nonlinear editing on Final Cut Pro or Premiere. Collaboration with the Smithsonian Folklife Festival to produce short films. No prior experience required; students grouped by ability. Equipment provided. Discover the World of Communication is open to all high school students grades 9 through 12, including those students entering 9th grade in the fall. Classes are taught by American University School of Communication faculty and communication professionals. Topics include Scriptwriting and Video Production, Professional Newswriting, Backpack Journalism, International Communication, Entertainment Communication, Investigative Journalism, Video Game Design, 16 mm film and many more. Students will choose two courses per session, one for the morning and one for the afternoon, at a cost of $800 per course. The cost of living on-campus for one session is an additional $1800. Scholarships are available and require the completion of a scholarship application, due by 3/1/2018.