Revised 03/2020

CST 140 - Acting for the Camera (3 CR.)

Course Description

Explores the practical and artistic elements involved in acting for the camera through such activities as: performance of commercial, film and television scripts, developing knowledge of the technical side of camera work and the study of the business of acting. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

General Course Purpose

Fosters an understanding of the discipline and skills needed for an actor to perform on camera.

Course Prerequisites/Corequisites

None.

Course Objectives

Upon completing the course, the student will:

• Choose appropriate acting techniques for auditions and on-camera work
• Apply the differences between acting for the stage and acting for the camera to in class projects
• Understand the film production process from auditions to final product
• Accept and give oral and written critical evaluations of class projects and on-camera performances
• Analyze and evaluate on camera acting techniques from various perspectives and apply to various projects

Major Topics to Be Included

• The Audition
• The Screen Test
• Finding Your Voice
• Blocking for the Camera
• The Reaction Shot
• The Cold Read
• The Voiceover
• Technical Aspects
• The Discipline of Acting
• Preparation and Performance
• The Resume