SCA Summer Program Class Catalog

International Applications are now closed.
The 2025 USC SCA Summer Program runs from Friday, June 20, to Friday, August 1.
For any questions, please contact us at summer@cinema.usc.edu.
or 213-740-3327.


 
 
Important Notice:

  • Students may only take a maximum of 8 units.
  • Students cannot take more than one production course.
  • Students cannot take a production course with any of the feature writing courses.
  • Students cannot take more than one feature writing course.
  • No auditing courses.
  • The SCA Summer Program courses are intended for students not currently enrolled at USC/SCA
  • USC/SCA students will not be granted D-Clearance for SCA Summer Program courses.

Filmmaking with Visual Effects - 4 Units

Units: 4
Student Level: All

Sorry, there are currently no sections scheduled for this class

Are you an aspiring filmmaker or an innovative artist eager to push the boundaries of visual storytelling? Dive into our exhilarating hands-on workshop, Filmmaking with Visual Effects, and discover how accessible VFX tools can revolutionize your creative process. This workshop is designed to equip you with the skills to create seamless visual enhancements that elevate your narratives to new heights.

About the Class

In this dynamic and inspiring workshop, you’ll embark on a journey that blends creativity with cutting-edge technology. You’ll explore the art of invisible VFX, learning how to harness generative tools like Runway ML and master the subtleties of compositing. By the end of this workshop, you’ll have developed the artistry and technical prowess needed to craft stories that resonate deeply with your audience.

  • Innovative Tools: Gain hands-on experience with pioneering software and platforms, including Runway ML and other accessible generative products that are reshaping the industry. These tools are designed to be easy to learn, yet powerful enough to bring your most ambitious visions to life.
  • Interactive Learning: Engage in an intense, immersive workshop environment with collaborative exercises that go beyond traditional methods. You’ll be empowered to master the nuances of invisible VFX, compositing, and live-action production.
  • Creative Projects: Bring your vision to life by producing your own short scene. Utilize invisible VFX techniques to create compelling visual narratives that captivate and inspire viewers.
  • Collaborative Experience: Work alongside your peers in a vibrant production environment. Learn to navigate the intricacies of teamwork while sharing and refining your unique artistic vision.

Course Objectives

  • Master Subtlety: Delve into the principles of compositing, learning how to enhance your storytelling while maintaining a seamless visual flow. Subtlety is key to making your VFX invisible yet impactful.
  • Emotion Through Effects: Discover how to use subtle visual techniques to evoke emotion and atmosphere, enriching the viewer’s experience and making your stories more immersive.
  • Seamless Integration: Develop the skills to incorporate VFX seamlessly into your projects. Ensure that the effects enhance rather than distract from your narrative, creating a cohesive and engaging story.
  • Technical Proficiency: Acquire hands-on expertise with the latest tools and software used in the industry. Master their capabilities to push your creative boundaries and bring your ideas to life.
  • Team Dynamics: Cultivate the essential collaborative skills needed for successful filmmaking. From brainstorming ideas to refining your final project, learn to work effectively with a team to achieve your creative goals.

Additional Information

  • All projects are created outside of scheduled class time.
  • Additional tutorials may be taught outside scheduled class dates and times.
  • All dates and times of the course are subject to change.
  • SCA has a strict ban on the use of prop weapons during the SCA Summer Program.

Join us in this transformative workshop and unleash the power of invisible VFX. Elevate your storytelling, captivate your audience, and bring your creative visions to life like never before. Your journey into the future of filmmaking starts here!

INSTRUCTOR: Vincent Walker