CA 221 - Writing for Media

Credit Hours: 3

The course will address the varying methodologies utilized in writing for different media. The class will establish a basis for writing in advertising, news, radio and television, in addition to scripting for film and video productions. All writing assignments will culminate in a professional portfolio.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

prepare news copy for radio and television;
prepare promotional and public service copy;
judge the quality of broadcast copy;
learn the process of screenplay development and proper script format; and
write more effectively.

F/S (S)