Pre-College Arts Program
October 12 through December 7, 2024
Classes are held on Saturdays, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Rutgers University—Camden Department of Visual, Media and Performing Arts offers a wide range of innovative visual and performing arts classes during the fall semester. These 8-week courses are designed for high school students and taught by university-level professors.
The Following Courses in Art, Music, and Theater Are Being Offered in Fall 2024:
ANIMATION
Learn the foundations of computer animation and visual storytelling. In this course, you will explore 3D modeling, lighting, and animation techniques ranging from the fundamental ball bounce to character animation. You’ll be introduced to the wide range of possibilities the animation industry has to offer while building your foundations using the latest software such as Maya and Z-Brush. Students will collect their best works into an animation demo reel at the conclusion of the semester.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
This class will allow students to learn graphic skills and construct 2D computer designs, visuals, structures, and systems. This course utilizes Adobe Suite Programs such as InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator to create both digital and print works. In addition to learning these skills and techniques, students will study the strategies and contemporary aesthetics being used in the Graphic Design field today. Participants will apply this knowledge to their own art and design practices.
MUSIC TECHNOLOGY AND PRODUCTION
Music Technology and Production is focused on the creative use of computers and synthesizers. You will work with DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) applications doing recording, tracking, sequencing, editing, sampling, and processing as well as working with notational software. Students will be working individually and in groups, experimenting with creating contemporary music using industry-standard software. The primary emphasis of this course is learning professional recording studio production techniques.
FILMMAKING
This course is designed to introduce film production to students who are interested in making short films. Students will gain a basic understanding of visual narrative, storytelling, camera operation, and editing work in post-production. Participants will have a chance to practice these techniques through producing their own films. By the end of the course, students will complete two major projects that they will have worked on individually and in groups.
The cost of this 8-week program is $325.