SEPTEMBER 8 TO DECEMBER 11, 2015
PITTSBURGH FILMMAKERS
FALL 2015 CLASSES
SCHOOL OF FILMMAKING & PHOTOGRAPHY
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Cover photo by Sue Abramson
Above photos by Rebecca Seiner
Uncredited photos by: Richard Kelly
and Filmmakers’ Staff
PITTSBURGH FILMMAKERS
SCHOOL OF FILMMAKING AND PHOTOGRAPHY
Taking classes at
Pittsburgh Filmmakers
Most local colleges and universities are partners
with Pittsburgh Filmmakers. Students at those
colleges and universities can register for Pittsburgh
Filmmakers courses directly at their school. For more
details and a list of partner schools visit pfm.edu.
Students who plan to use Pittsburgh Filmmakers
classes for credit at a non-partner university should
contact that university to ensure that they will accept
the class for credit. The student can then register
directly with Pittsburgh Filmmakers on a “credit
transcript” basis. When the course is over they can
request from the PF Registrar that a transcript be
sent to the school of their choice. For more details see
page 13 or visit pfm.edu.
Independent students are those who are taking
courses directly from Pittsburgh Filmmakers and
not registering through another institution. These
students should follow the “Independent Registration”
section on page 13 or visit pfm.edu.
Certificate Programs
Independent students who have taken at least two
PF courses can apply to a Certificate Program in Film,
Digital Video or Photography. These students pay a
different tuition rate and are assigned an advisor from
the Pittsburgh Filmmakers faculty. For more details,
see page 14 or visit pfm.edu.
Tuition and Course Fees
Independent non-certificate: $390 per course
(discounted to $350 per course) if paid in full by Tues.
September 1, 2015. Individual course fees will also
apply ($70 or $35, see course description).
Certificate: $390 per course, no additional course
fees apply.
Credit Transcript: $1150 per 42-classroom-hour
(3-credit equivalent) course + individual course fees
($70 or $35, see course description).
Fall 2015
September 8- December 11, 2015
Discount Deadline: Tues. September 1, 2015
No Classes:
Thanksgiving Break Holiday Nov. 24 - 27 ,2015
Open Houses
Saturday, April 18 from 10:30am-12:00pm
Wednesday, May 27 from 5:30-7:00pm
Monday, June 29 from 5:30-7:00pm
Saturday, August 1 from 10:30am-12:00pm
Saturday, October 10 from 10:30am- 12:00pm
Wednesday,November 18 from 5:30-7:00pm
During these events the public and all prospective
students receive guided tours of Pittsburgh
Filmmakers’ educational facilities and exhibition
spaces. Everyone has the opportunity to meet the
instructors and the education staff and to see many
of our classes in session. For more information or to
RSVP call Joe Bisciotti at 412-681-5449 x 221. You can
also RSVP online at pfm.edu.
Location
Classes, workshops, and seminars are taught at 477
Melwood Avenue, Pittsburgh PA, 15213 in North
Oakland. Parking is available on-street and in a
parking lot across the street; a permit is required to
park in the parking lot before 5pm on weekdays.
Equipment
Unless where noted in course descriptions, all
necessary equipment is provided for classes.
Students can get 24-7 access to the facilities and
equipment at Pittsburgh Filmmakers for the duration
of their courses. Contact the Epuipment Office to
reserve equipment at 412-681-9500.
Pittsburgh Filmmakers School of Filmmaking and Photography is
an accredited institutional member of the National Association of
Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
Pittsburgh Filmmakers’ Certificate and Intensive programs are
accredited by NASAD and licensed by the Pennsylvania State
Department of Education, Division of Higher and Career Education.
Pittsburgh Filmmakers School is an approved SAA provider for G.I.
Bill benefits.
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FILMMAKING
Motion Picture Fundamentals H
Video Production I
Prerequisite: Motion Picture Fundamentals. 42 classroom hours.
VID 115 A Tues 2:00–5:00
Staff
VID 115 B
Wed
Cantine
6:00–9:00
In this hands-on course students acquire the skills
required to design, shoot and edit high-definition
video. The class combines demonstrations, lectures,
exercises, projects and critiques. Students are given
several shooting and editing assignments. Emphasis
is placed on visual and aural expression through
technical mastery of the video medium. Topics include
digital camera operation, lighting, audio recording,
scripting, non-linear editing, special effects and audio
mixing. Additional course fee: $70.
Prerequisite: None. 42 classroom hours.
FLM 101 A
Mon 2:00–5:00
Bonev
Video Production II
FLM 101 BMon6:00–9:00 Nugent
Prerequisite: Video Production I. 42 classroom hours.
FLM 101 CTue 6:00–9:00 Abrams
VID 212 A
FLM 101 DWed6:00–9:00 Bonello
FLM 101 EThur6:00–9:00 Kruse
FLM 101 FFri10:00–1:00 Zavala
Motion Picture Fundamentals is a hands-on
introduction to key photographic concepts and the
core concepts of self-expression with moving images.
Students shoot digital video, photographs and
motion picture film to learn the basic principles and
techniques of light, composition, camerawork, editing
and storytelling. All equipment is provided, including
HD camcorders, 16mm film cameras and digital
editing stations. Those unfamiliar with Mac OS should
consider taking “Introduction to Digital Editing” prior
to or concurrent with this course.
Additional course fee: $70.
Film Production I
Prerequisite: Motion Picture Fundamentals. 42 classroom hours.
FLM 106 A
Tues 6:00–9:00
Lewis
This course is designed to develop proficiency in
the standard procedures of filmmaking and the
use of equipment. Students participate in planning
and shooting two 16mm films, editing and building
soundtracks. Basic aspects of cinematography,
lighting, sound and editing are covered, including the
use of 16mm cameras, sound equipment and digital
editing software. Each student’s major course project
is shot on film and edited digitally, and projects are
viewed and critiqued in class at several stages. All
equipment is provided, but students pay for their own
film and lab expenses. Additional course fee: $70.
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Tues
6:00–9:00
Cantine
This course challenges students to explore video
language while producing a more ambitious work
through improved technical skills, including digital
modes of post-production. It integrates hands-on
demonstrations, lecture, exercises, projects and
critiques. Students use digital video cameras along
with Adobe Premier to produce a final project. Topics
include advanced lighting and audio recording,
digitizing, non-linear editing, time code, digital audio
mixing, and final output. Additional course fee: $70.
Animation Production
Prerequisite: Motion Picture Fundamentals (may be taken
concurrently). 42 classroom hours.
FLM 204 ATues6:00–9:00 Schwab
This comprehensive class in frame-by-frame
animation is designed for both beginners and
seasoned animators. Students are exposed to a wide
variety of media and approaches, such as digital 2D,
hand-drawn 2D, clay, cut-outs, puppets, time-lapse
and pixillation. With an overview of animation history
and technique, students gain an understanding of
the principles of animation, including storyboarding,
character development, acting and story elements.
While drawing is one approach to animation, this is not
a cartooning class, and drawing skills are not required
in order to succeed. Students may collaborate or work
individually. Considerable outside work is necessary.
All equipment is provided but students pay for their
own art supplies and media expenses.
Additional course fee: $70.
Classes marked with H are entry-level courses. There is no prerequisite for these courses.
Introduction to Digital Editing H
Digital Effects and Compositing
Prerequisite: None. 42 classroom hours.
Prerequisite: Video Production I. 42 classroom hours.
FLM 112 A
Mon 6:00–9:00
Staff
FLM 112 BTues2:00–5:00 Hosking
This course is designed to familiarize students
with the possibilities that digital technology offers
for the manipulation of still images, sound, and
motion pictures. After introducing beginners to
the Macintosh Operating System, students learn
to edit video and sound as well as manipulate still
images and text. The class format includes lectures,
demonstrations and labs. Access to Macintosh
computers with the necessary software is provided.
Additional course fee: $70
Advanced Digital Editing Techniques
Prerequisite: Film Production I or Video Production I.
42 classroom hours.
DIG 315 A
Wed 6:00–9:00
This course covers digital methods of combining
video, photographs, graphics, text and other visual
elements and manipulation of those elements to
tell a story. Most work will be done using Adobe
AfterEffects, but the course will include other
software such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
Topics include gaining an understanding of the
structure of digital images, transparency and masking,
chroma keying, using layers and depth, keyframe
animation, image processing, effects and their use,
formats, input and output of imagery and workflow
methods. Additional course fee: $70
Introduction to Web Design
Prerequisite: Familiarity with MAC OS. 42 classroom hours.
Caloiero
In this course, students will explore the possibilities
of digital post-production. Lectures will introduce
a variety of editing styles and examples from short
and feature-length films. Students will work with
Avid Media Composer to develop proficiency in
editing techniques, simple effects, color correction,
sound design, as well as output options for a variety
of platforms. Grading is based on assigned editing
projects, student presentations and participation.
Additional course fee: $70
DIG 345 A Thur6:00–9:00 Mougianis
DIG 202 A
Thur 6:00–9:00
Staff
This course provides students with the foundation to
build web pages using current technologies. During
the course students will be introduced to the process
of modern web design, its languages, tools, theory and
history. Students come away from the class with an
understanding of HTML & CSS, basic usage of Adobe
Illustrator & Photoshop and WYSIWYG editors. Other
lecture topics include interface usability, Internet
security, and the business of the Internet. Additional
course fee: $70
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FILMMAKING
Prerequisite: None. (Filmmaking or acting experience is highly
Cinematography
recommended) 42 classroom hours.
Prerequisite: Film Production I. 42 classroom hours.
FLM 233 A
Acting for the Camera H
Mon 6:00–9:00
Lewis
FLM 241 A
Mon 6:00–9:00
Monahan
This course examines the tools and technology
of shooting movies on film. Cameras, lenses, light
meters, film stocks, light sources, color, printing and
the film laboratory are among the topics covered. The
format is a combination of lectures, screenings and
hands-on exercises. Students participate in a number
of class exercises in which the class shoots film in
order to compare approaches and ways of achieving
a particular “look.” Students are encouraged to
show their current and previous work in class for the
purpose of addressing issues of cinematography.
Additional course fee: $70.
This course is designed for actors who would like
to improve their craft by better understanding the
differences between acting for the stage and acting
for the camera, and for film and television directors
who would like to work more effectively with actors.
Contrasts between stage and screen acting in
specific shooting scripts are examined and followed
with appropriate script study, character analysis
and exercises in film acting techniques. Course
requirements include outside reading, preparation
and rehearsal of scenes for taping in class, outside
viewing of film and television programs and written
analyses of performances. Additional course fee: $35.
Technical Directing
Directing Actors
Prerequisite: Motion Picture Fundamentals. 42 classroom hours.
Prerequisite: Technical Directing or permission. 42 classroom hours.
FLM 225 A
FLM 335 A Thur 6:00–9:00
O’Steen
The basics of designing and directing scenes for
motion pictures are addressed in this course. Some
of the issues discussed include the relationship of
film to reality, the meaning of cinematic techniques,
continuity, shot selection, cut selection and
visualization techniques. The format is a combination
of lectures, screenings and interactive group
exercises. Students participate in analyzing and
reworking scenes from well-known films. Extensive
outside work is necessary, including attending current
films to discuss directorial issues.
Additional course fee: $35.
Sound for Film and Video
42 classroom hours.
Wed 6:00–9:00
Benedict
Students in this class create quality soundtracks
that complement the visual tracks of a film or video.
Lectures and in-class exercises help students record
clear, high-quality location audio by increasing
their understanding of microphone characteristics
and techniques, audio recorders and the recording
process. Post-production techniques, including digital
audio editing and mixing, are also covered.
Additional course fee: $70.
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Turich
This course is designed for directors who want to gain
a better understanding of how to work effectively
with actors. It explores the communication between
directors and actors and how a director’s vision
translates into playable action on the screen. Class
sessions provide examples and practical experience
in successful director/actor collaboration. This is a
laboratory class and students will direct each other.
The format combines hands-on exercises, screenings
and lectures. Additional course fee: $35.
The Art and Business of Voice-Over
Narration H
Prerequisite: None. 42 classroom hours.
Prerequisite: Film Production I or Video Production I.
FLM 235 A
Wed 6:00–9:00
FLM 130 A
Mon
6:00–9:00
Bailey
This intensive course is designed for people who
would like to pursue a career as a trained voice
actor. The class covers all the aspects of creating
professional voice recordings as well as creating a
successful business plan and marketing yourself as
a voice talent. Class demos involve vocal warm-ups,
microphone techniques and breaking down scripts in
order to make the copy suit each individual student.
Other topics include picking a studio, an engineer
and an agent, packaging your demo and finding work.
Grading is based on assignments, class participation
and the finished demo. Additional course fee: $35.
Classes marked with H are entry-level courses. There is no prerequisite for these courses.
Prerequisite: None. (Motion Picture Fundamentals recommended)
Art and Science: Film, Photography and
Digital Video H
42 classroom hours.
Prerequisite: None. 27 classroom hours.
Introduction to Screenwriting H
FLM 228 A
Mon 6:00–9:00
Heidekat
FLM/PHT 140 A
As an introduction to writing for film and video,
this course combines theory, analysis and practical
exercise. Screenwriting basics are covered including
story, structure, scene, character, dialogue and action.
Students develop stories, scenes, and characters and
examine the ways in which these elements can be
combined in a screenplay. Writing for documentaries
is also discussed. Students are required to see
selected current films for discussion. Considerable
outside work is necessary. Additional course fee: $35.
This 9-week course demystifies some of the scientific
foundations of photography, film and digital video.
Three weeks are devoted to each medium. Some
topics covered are camera construction, photo
chemistry, lighting, the video image and human
perceptual traits. This course does not require prior
experience or pre-requisite courses.The non-credit
tuition for this course is $275 (course fee included).
Script Development
FLM 107 ATues2:00–5:00 Howell
Prerequisite: Introduction to Screenwriting. 42 classroom hours.
FLM 307 A
Tues 6:00–9:00
Monahan
Geared for those who have an understanding of basic
screenwriting principles, this class helps students
develop an original idea into a full treatment. Weekly
discussions and assignments focus on creating the
plot, subplots, character biographies and backstories.
Other elements examined extensively in this class
are the scene, sequences and the setting of the
story. Students are required to complete a (5 page)
scene-by-scene treatment of their original work.
Considerable outside work is required.
Additional course fee: $35.
Please Note: This class begins Friday Aug. 28
FLM 228 BThur2:00–5:00 Heidekat
Fri 1:30–4:20 Abramson, Cantine, Lewis
Elements of Film H
Prerequisite: None . 42 classroom hours.
This course is an introduction to the critical viewing
and understanding of film as an art form. Students
learn the vocabulary necessary to analyze film. The
function of various film elements is discussed and
examples are shown in class from narrative feature
films, animation, documentaries and experimental
films. Students develop the skills necessary to view,
appreciate, understand and discuss film as a complex
art, capable of multiple modes of expression and
meaning. Additional course fee: $35.
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Film Aesthetics H
Film Thesis II
Prerequisite: None . 42 classroom hours.
Prerequisite: Film Thesis I. 42 classroom hours.
FLM 116 AMon6:00–9:00 O’Steen
FLM 404 A
Taught from the director’s perspective, this course
considers the myriad decisions that contribute to
the look and feel of a movie. Key aspects such as set
design, costuming, lighting, composition, makeup,
character placement and film stock or video format
will be considered. Students will demonstrate an
understanding of concepts with written analyses and
hands-on video exercises. Additional course fee: $35
This course is a continuation of Film Thesis I. Students
edit and do all post-production for the film that
was shot during Thesis I. In order to complete this
course the student must have an exhibition-quality
digital video master, and show a copy in an approved
Pittsburgh Filmmakers Thesis Screening. Grading is
based on the quality of the student’s finished work
and the ability to meet deadlines.
Additional course fee: $70.
American Independent Film
Prerequisite: None. 42 classroom hours.
FLM 117 A
Thur 6:00–9:00
Nugent
This course will explore the independent film
movement in America with a focus on developments in
production, distribution and exhibition over the last 25
years. A variety of feature-length and short narrative,
documentary and experimental films and videos will
be screened, complemented by mini-lectures and
group discussions. Topics include issues of authorship,
the emergence of ‘Indiewood,” changes in traditional
modes of distribution and exhibition, the politics of
crowdsourcing and the resurgence of alternative
festivals and microcinemas.
Additional course fee: $35.
Film Thesis I
Prerequisite: Film Production II and Cinematography or permission.
42 classroom hours.
FLM 403 A
Thur 6:00–9:00
Cantine, Lewis, Rutkowski
This course allows students to develop their
advanced filmmaking skills. Students create one
16mm film over the course of one academic year (two
semesters). During the first semester (Film Thesis I)
students prepare scripts and budgets and do all of the
preproduction for their project. Students complete
principal photography and prepare a rough assembly
of all material by the last class. Extensive independent
production is required. Students should bring a first
draft of a script to the first class. All equipment is
provided but students pay for their own film and
laboratory expenses. Grading is based on the quality
of the student’s production work.
Additional course fee: $70.
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By Appointment
Staff
Video Thesis I
Prerequisite: Video Prodcution II and Electronic Cinematography or
permission. 42 classroom hours.
VID 403 A
Thur 6
:00–9:00
Cantine, Lewis, Rutkowski
This course allows students to develop their advanced
video making skills. Students create one video
project over the course of one academic year (two
semesters). During the first semester (Video Thesis I)
students prepare scripts and budgets and do all of the
preproduction for their project. Students complete
principal photography and prepare a rough assembly
of all material by the last class. Extensive independent
production is required. Students should bring a first
draft of a script to the first class. All equipment is
provided but students pay for their own production
expenses. Grading is based on the quality of the
student’s production work.
Additional course fee: $70.
Video Thesis II
Prerequisite: Video Thesis I. 42 classroom hours.
VID 404 A
By Appointment Staff
This course is a continuation of Video Thesis I.
Students edit and do all post-production for the video
that was shot during Thesis I. In order to complete this
course the student must have an exhibition-quality
digital video master, and show a copy in an approved
Pittsburgh Filmmakers Thesis Screening. Grading is
based on the quality of the student’s finished work
and the ability to meet deadlines.
Additional course fee: $70.
Classes marked with H are entry-level courses. There is no prerequisite for these courses.
INTENSIVE PROGRAMS
Students looking to jumpstart a career in filmmaking or photography can apply to one of the School’s accelerated
professional training programs, our eight-month full immersion Intensive programs (Filmmaking or Photography).
These classes aim to help students develop a strong aesthetic, analytical and technical foundation on which they
can build as they become working artists and professionals.
THE FILMMAKING INTENSIVE
THE PHOTOGRAPHY INTENSIVE
The Filmmaking Intensive is designed to develop the
creative talents of aspiring filmmakers in all aspects
of film and video production. Building on Pittsburgh
Filmmakers’ expertise and experience training
filmmakers and digital artists, the program prepares
students for careers in a variety of positions within
the industry.
The Photography Intensive is a full immersion
education that develops the creative talents of
aspiring photographers through its focus on shooting,
editorial and studio lighting practices, and the
business of photography. Students also learn the
basics of digital video to ensure a balanced education
in multimedia production skills.
After graduation from either The Filmmaking or The Photography Intensive, Pittsburgh Filmmakers offers
an Apprenticeship Program, an optional, no-cost career guidance program. It includes internship placement,
interview coaching, portfolio review, job references and networking events. Graduates also receive a one-year
full-access membership to Pittsburgh Filmmakers’ facilities and equipment, as well as free enrollment for three
additional, ongoing classes for up to two years.
For more information about the Intensive programs at Pittsburgh Filmmakers, visit pfm.edu or visit one of
Pittsburgh Filmmakers’ upcoming Open Houses. See page 3 for Open House dates.
YOUTH MEDIA PROGRAM
In addition to its college-level classes, Pittsburgh Filmmakers offers classes in a wide variety of media arts for
children and teens who might be interested in advancing their skills. The Youth Media program is designed for
ages 8 through 18. Most classes are offered at Pittsburgh Center for the Arts’ School in Shadyside on Saturdays
during the school year and week-long camps in the summer. Students can take courses such as:
Legomation
Using apps and tablets, students will collaborate to storyboard, design, and build their own stop- motion movies.
Minecraft Club
Jump head first into programming with Minecraft! Learn the basics of creating your own texture pack and server
side scripting for mods, and walk away with an understanding of terminal and a taste for Java.
Web & Apps
Through in-class lessons and self-directed projects, this camp will offer an introduction to programming covering
HTML5, CSS, Javascript, code structuring and styling. Packaging for Android and iOS will also be covered.
For more information and listings of upcoming classes visit pfm.pittsburgharts.org/youthmedia.
Please note: registration for Youth Media classes is taken through Pittsburgh Center for the Arts.
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Motion Picture Fundamentals H
Basic Digital Photography H
Prerequisite: None. 42 classroom hours.
Prerequisite: None. 42 classroom hours.
Please refer to description and course listing on page 4.
PHT 120 A
Mon 2:00–5:00
Kelly
PHT 120 B Tues6:00–9:00 Blum
Black and White Photography I H
Prerequisite: None. 42 classroom hours.
PHT 120 C
Wed 6:00–9:00
Kendall
PHT 120 DFri10:00–1:00 Spradlin
Designed to give an awareness and understanding of
the technical and aesthetic aspects of photography
as a fine art, this is a practical and theoretical course.
Through a series of lectures and labs, students learn
the process of seeing (making an exposure) and
craftsmanship (making a photographic print). Some
shooting assignments include using depth of field,
light as subject, the self portrait and portraiture.
35mm cameras for this class are available for
checkout at the equipment office. Students are
expected to purchase their own film and photographic
paper. Additional course fee: $70.
This class introduces students to the fundamentals
of photographic art using digital imaging techniques.
Working with digital cameras, Macintosh computers
and Epson ink-jet printers students will complete
a number of assignments that emphasize camera
controls, print quality, composition and subject
matter. Class lectures and demonstrations will cover
exposure, quality of light, the use of Adobe Lightroom
for digital file management, image manipulation and
digital printing. The class will also be exposed to the
work of contemporary and historical photographers.
Students should have their own camera; a few digital
SLRs will be available for use during the semester.
Grading is based on assignments, written exams and a
final portfolio. Additional course fee: $70.
Black and White Photography II
Intermediate Digital Photography
PHT 111 A
Wed 2:00–5:00
Staff
PHT 111 B Thur6:00–9:00 Vitone
Prerequisite: Black and White Photography I. 42 classroom hours.
PHT 211 A
Tues 6:00–9:00
Tohara
This production course is an extension of Black and
White Photography I. Students learn to visually
articulate their ideas and discuss their work and the
work of others through group critiques. Students
should have basic technical skills and knowledge of
camera mechanisms, film developing and printing. The
course is designed to refine these fundamentals and
explore other, more complex issues in photography.
Assignments and critiques focus on content, long
exposures, fine grain versus grainy film and medium
format cameras. Fiber printing, archival preservation
and matting are also covered. Considerable outside
work is necessary to complete the assignments.
Additional course fee: $70.
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Prerequisite: Basic Digital Photography. 42 classroom hours.
PHT 240 A
Thur 6:00–9:00
Abramson
In this class students expand their digital processing
skills while continuing to develop their photographic
vision. Class lectures focus on the use of Adobe
Lightroom for image editing and adjustments,
basic color management, monochrome and color
digital printing. Other topics covered are basic
photoshop skills, using HDR, preparing images for
the web, creating contact sheets and archiving
files. Shooting assignments over the course of the
semester reinforce the use of these techniques
while encouraging students to build on their
personal photographic style. Grading is based on
class participation, written exams and assignments.
Additional course fee: $70.
Classes marked with H are entry-level courses. There is no prerequisite for these courses.
Photo left and above by Renee Greenlee
Documentary Photography
Photoshop Foundations
Prerequisite: Familiarity with MAC OS.42 classroom hours.
PHT 220 A
Mon 6:00-9:00
Antonelli
PHT 220 B Wed2:00–5:00 Burke
An introduction to the Macintosh Operating System
and Adobe Photoshop, this class helps students
explore digital imaging as a method for manipulating
and presenting their work. Techniques covered
include scanning, image retouching, correction
and manipulation, printing and creative use of
layers, selections and masks. Assignments include
restoration, digital colorizing of black and white
imagery and digital color printing. Grading is based
on class participation, assignments and individual
projects. Additional course fee: $70.
Portrait Photography
Digital Photography. 42 classroom hours.
PHT 220 A
Mon 6:00–9:15
Wade
This is a course in which students will explore the
principles of photography as personal and social
documentary. Students will concentrate on creating
a cohesive visual statement about people and their
environment. Lectures and discussions will be held
during the course to explore different approaches
to documentation. Individual attention will be given
to aesthetic and technical problems that may arise
during class shoots and group critique sessions.
Grading is based on the completion of assignments,
individual projects and attendance.
Additional course fee: $70.
Prerequisite: Black and White Photography I or Basic Digital
Non-Silver Printing I
Photography. 42 classroom hours.
Prerequisite: Black and White Photography II or Intermediate
PHT 210 A
Wed 6:00–9:00
Kelly
This class explores the emotional and visual process
of collaboration between subject and photographer
that creates a photographic portrait. Students use
a variety of cameras and formats in both the studio
and on location. Available light and the use of artificial
light are explored to complete each student’s vision,
along with a wide range of processing strategies
to add richness to the final work. The class will be
introduced to some of the masters of this form like
Diane Arbus, Arnold Newman, Richard Avedon and
Irving Penn. There will also be several field trips
to local photographers’ studios. Grading is based
on assignments, class participation and the final
portfolio. Additional course fee: $70.
Prerequisite: Black and White Photography II or Intermediate
Digital Photography. 42 classroom hours.
PHT 304 A
Tues 6:00–9:15
Abramson
An introduction to non-silver printing, this course
explores photographic processes that were first
introduced in the 19th century and continue to be
popular in the 21st century. Slide lectures cover the
work of contemporary alternative process artists
as well as their historical counterparts. Processes
examined are cyanotype, Gum Bichromate and Van
Dyke brown printing. Students make enlarged digital
negatives, mix chemicals from original formulas
and hand-coat light sensitive emulsions. Class
demonstrations also cover combining different
emulsions for multiple printing and toning.
Additional course fee: $70.
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INDEPENDENT STUDY
AND INTERNSHIPS
Independent Study in Film, Photography
or Digital Media
Internships in Film, Photography or
Digital Media
By Appointment. Equivalent to 42 classroom hours.
By Appointment. 126 hours.
FLM 299,VID 299, PHT 299, DIG 299
FLM 298,VID 298, PHT 298, DIG 298
Advanced students may elect to study film or video
production, photography or digital media on an
independent basis by: 1) securing the permission of
the instructor with whom you wish to study; 2) writing
a preliminary proposal for your independent study;
3) discussing your proposal with your instructor and
finalizing it by completing an Independent Study
Contract. In addition to tuition, a $70 course fee is
charged. Not covered by G.I.Bill tuition benefits.
Working in consultation with a faculty member,
advanced students will have the opportunity to work
with independent media artists, film, video, audio
or television production companies, or to work with
art directors, curators, photographers and printers
while earning college credit (3 or 6 hours). Before
registering, interested students should contact the
Internship Coordinator, Will Zavala. Not covered by
G.I.Bill tuition benefits.
STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
Pittsburgh Filmmakers Scholarship Programs
Scholarships are available to new and continuing low-income students who wish to study at Pittsburgh
Filmmakers. The Scholarship program is open only to non-Certificate and non-Intensive students taking fullsemester classes on a non-credit basis. A scholarship covers part of the tuition and course fees for a single class
in a single semester. Students must apply for each individual semester.
First-time students can apply to the Scholarship Program for New Students. Students who have taken at least
one semester-length class at Pittsburgh Filmmakers can apply to the Continuing Student Scholarship program to
attend intermediate or advanced classes.
Applications and guidelines are available at PFM.edu or contact John Cantine, Scholarship Coordinator at 412681-5449 x 215 or [email protected].
Pittsburgh Filmmakers First Works Grant
The Pittsburgh Filmmakers First Works Grant is designed to assist beginning film and video makers in creating
a polished first work, which can then be used as sample work to secure future funding. Through this, we hope to
encourage a new generation of artists with new perspectives on life and art. Several cash awards of up to $1,000
are given out once every other year in the spring.
Pittsburgh Filmmakers Eastman Film Award
Eastman Kodak has made it possible for Pittsburgh Filmmakers to award 16mm film to students in our film
production classes. This grant is intended to support projects that will be completed, and any current student
who is working on a film begun in a Pittsburgh Filmmakers production class can apply. This is a competitive
grant and only the most promising work will receive film stock. Awards of up to 1600’ each are given out every
semester.
Pittsburgh Filmmakers Emerging Photographers Grant
The Pittsburgh Filmmakers Emerging Photographers Grant is designed to assist photographers in creating a
polished portfolio which can then be used to secure future exhibitions. Several cash awards are given out once
every other year in the spring.
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ABOUT
EDUCATION
Independent Registration
Independent registration for classes and workshops
may be completed by paying tuition and fees online
at PFM.edu, or in person at Pittsburgh Filmmakers’
administrative offices (477 Melwood Avenue in Oakland) or by mailing payment to: Registrar, Pittsburgh
Filmmakers, 477 Melwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
15213. (Registration form is on page 18.) Roster space is
reserved only for students who have paid their tuition
and fees in full. Payment must be made in full at the
time of registration. Early registrants receive significant discounts (see “Tuition/Course Fees”). Students
who register for advanced classes must have received
a grade of “C” or better in prerequisite courses. All Pittsburgh Filmmakers students will be assigned a grade
from their instructors at the end of the course.
Tuition / Course Fees
“Non-credit” tuition for each full-length course is
$390.00. Non-credit tuition is discounted to $350.00
for all registrants who pay tuition and course fees in
full by Tues. September 1, 2015. Certificate program
students pay a flat tuition rate of $390; no additional
fees or discounts apply. Classes can be taken on a credit
transcript basis directly through Pittsburgh Filmmakers
at a tuition rate of $1150 for each 42 classroom hour
course (the equivalent of three credits). There is no
early registration discount on classes taken on a credit
transcript basis. In addition to tuition, a course fee
($35 or $70) is charged to cover the use of equipment
and facilities, software, chemicals and supplies used
in the classroom. Unregistered students may only
attend the first class if permission has been granted
by the Registrar. A limited number of scholarships are
now available for non-credit students demonstrating
financial need. See page 12 “Student Opportunities.”
Refunds
Once payment has been made and a space reserved in
a class, 20% of the total fee (tuition plus course fee)
is completely non-refundable. 80% of the total fee is
refundable until the class has had its first scheduled
meeting. After the first class meeting but before
the second class meeting, 60% of the total fee is
refundable. No refunds will be made after the second
scheduled meeting of any class. Tuition and course fees,
in whole or in part, are not transferable to future terms
under any circumstances.
Student Access
Students of Pittsburgh Filmmakers receive access to a
complete inventory of production and post-production
equipment for HD video, super-8 and 16mm film, still
photography, and digital media including a film sound
stage, animation stands, digital editing suites, three
community darkrooms, a non-silver printing lab and
digital imaging and printing labs. These facilities are
available seven days a week for the duration of their
courses. For more information, contact our Equipment
Office. Students also receive discounts from Apple
computer, significant film laboratory discounts and
discounts on seminars, workshops and screenings at
the Melwood Screening Room, Filmmakers at the Harris
Theater and the Regent Square Theater. Students must
present positive I.D. at the box office. In some cases,
students are eligible for student production grants and
motion picture film stock awards offered by Pittsburgh
Filmmakers.
Access Membership
Pittsburgh Filmmakers and Pittsburgh Center for
the Arts provide a forum for members to share ideas,
discuss new technologies and participate in the governance of the organization. During the year, there are
three quarterly meetings and an annual meeting. Film,
video, photography, digital, printmaking, ceramics
facilities and equipment are available to Access Members who are proficient in their use. Members also
receive support from the Artist Services Department,
which keeps you informed about the vibrant arts community. Interested in becoming an Access Member?
For details contact Jasdeep Khaira, Artist Member
Services Director, at [email protected].
Disclaimer
Pittsburgh Filmmakers reserves the right to cancel classes or sections
in cases in which inadequate enrollment makes offering the classes or
sections impractical. Faculty assignments are also subject to change.
Pittsburgh Filmmakers does not discriminate in its programs, activities
or policies against students or prospective students because of race,
national origin, religion, age, gender or physical handicap. Pittsburgh
Filmmakers reserves the right to exclude from a course or program
any student who is disruptive of the educational process, including
those whose behavior presents a threat to the health and safety of
others, or to others’ enjoyment of and progress in a course or program.
Pittsburgh Filmmakers reserves the right to exclude or withdraw
any student who, in the discretion of the school, is academically
or intellectually unable to participate fully and satisfy the course
requirements of any course, after reasonable accommodation for any
disabilities. Students needing accommodations for disabilities should
make the need known to the course instructor at the beginning of the
course so that reasonable and appropriate measures may be taken.
Students withdrawn by the school may receive tuition reimbursements
if the reason for withdrawal was not behavioral or otherwise within the
control of the student.
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Pittsburgh Filmmakers’ students may earn a Certificate in Film Production, Digital Video or Photography
by completing a program of twelve full-length required courses (504 total classroom hours)on either a
non-credit or a credit transcript basis. Certificate Students must earn an overall grade point average of
“B” (3.0) or better. In core requirement courses, a maximum of one “C” grade will be accepted. In addition,
students must present an exhibition-quality copy of Thesis level (Film or Digital Video) or Advanced course
level (Photography) work in a Pittsburgh Filmmakers public Thesis show. Information packets, including a
Certificate Program Handbook and an Application Form, are available from the Registrar. Students are
eligible to apply after completing two courses at Pittsburgh Filmmakers. (Veterans using G.I. Bill benefits
may waive this requirement.) There is a nonrefundable application fee of $40. The course requirements for
the respective Certificate Programs are as follows:
Film Production
Digital Video
Photography
Core Requirements
Core Requirements
Core Requirements
Motion Picture Fundamentals
Film Production I
Film Production II
Cinematography
Film Thesis I
Film Thesis II
Motion Picture Fundamentals
Video Production I
Video Production II
Electronic Cinematography
Video Thesis I
Video Thesis II
Technical Theory Electives
Technical Theory Electives
(CHOOSE 3)
(CHOOSE 3)
Introduction to Screenwriting
Script Development
Advanced Screenplay Workshop
Sound for Film and Video
Advanced Digital Editing
Techniques
Lighting for Film and Video
Producing for Film and Video
Technical Directing
Directing Actors
Introduction to Screenwriting
Script Development
Advanced Screenplay Workshop
Sound for Film and Video
Advanced Digital Editing
Techniques
Lighting for Film and Video
Producing for Film and Video
Technical Directing
Directing Actors
Motion Picture Fundamentals
B&W Photography I or
Basic Digital Photography
B&W Photography II or
Intermediate Digital Photography
B&W Photography III
Advanced Digital Photography
Studio Lighting
View Camera Techniques
Photoshop Foundations
History/Theory Electives
History/Theory Electives
(CHOOSE 2)
(CHOOSE 2)
(CHOOSE 1)
American Film History
International Film History
Elements of Film
Experimental Film/Video Art
Introduction to Film Theory
and Criticism
American Film History
International Film History
Elements of Film
Experimental Film/Video Art
Introduction to Film Theory
and Criticism
General Elective
General Elective
General Elective
Choose one full-length course
(42 classroom hours) from
Pittsburgh Filmmakers’ curriculum
Choose one full-length course
(42 classroom hours) from
Pittsburgh Filmmakers’ curriculum
(504 total classroom hours)
(504 total classroom hours)
(504 total classroom hours)
Technical Theory Electives
(CHOOSE 2)
Non-Silver Printing I
Experimental Camera
Experimental Darkroom
Advanced Photo Seminar
Portrait Photography
Advanced Photoshop Techniques
History/Theory Electives
History of Photography I
History of Photography II
Choose one full-length course
(42 classroom hours) from
Pittsburgh Filmmakers’ curriculum
Pittsburgh Filmmakers’ Certificate programs are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design
(NASAD) and licensed by the Pennsylvania State Department of Education, Division of Private Licensed Schools.
Pittsburgh Filmmakers School is an approved SAA provider for G.I. Bill benefits.
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CURRICULUM
FILM AND VIDEO
Motion Picture Fundamentals
Documentary Production
Film Production I
Advanced Documentary Production
Advanced Digital Effects
and Compositing
Film Production II
The Art and Business of
Voice-Over Narration
Advanced Digital Editing Techniques
Film Thesis I
Film Thesis II
Make-up for Film and Video
Intermediate Web Design
Video Production I
Lighting Fundamentals
3-D Computer Animation
Video Production II
Lighting for Film and Video
Flash Animation Multimedia
Video Thesis I
Producing for Film and Video
DVD Authoring
Video Thesis II
Introduction to Audio
Elements of Film
Super-8 Filmmaking
Sound for Film and Video
Experimental Film/Video Art
Cinematography
Technical Directing
The Film Director
Electronic Cinematography
Directing Actors
Film Genre
Acting for the Camera
Introduction to Screenwriting
American Film History
Acting for the Camera: Advanced
Techniques
Script Development
International Film History
Advanced Screenplay Worshop
The Art of Auditioning
Screenwriter’s Master Class
Introduction to Film Theory and
Criticism
Write-Act-Produce-Direct
Script Analysis
National Cinemas
Animation Basics
Writing and Producing the Short Script
Independent Study Internship
Crew Production Workshop
Introduction to Digital Editing
Experimental Film Workshop
Digital Effects and Compositing
Introduction to Web Design
PHOTOGRAPHY
Motion Picture Fundamentals
Design Foundations for Photographers
Experimental Camera
Black and White Photography I
Digital Still Camera
Experimental Darkroom
Black and White Photography II
Digital Image Output
Documentary Photography
Black and White Photography III
Digital Black and White Printing
Zone System
Introduction to Photography:
Darkrom and Digital
Digital Color Management
View Camera Techniques
Photo Restoration
Portrait Photography
Basic Digital Photography
The Photographic Book
Advanced Portrait Photography
Intermediate Digital Photography
Fine Print Workshop
History of Photography I
Advanced Digital Photography
Constructed Visions
History of Photography II
Advanced Photo Seminar
Non-Silver Printing I
Independent Study
Photoshop Foundations
Studio Lighting
Internship
Advanced Photoshop Techniques
Studio Lighting II
This represents all courses currently in our curriculum.
Most of these courses are offered on a regular, rotating basis.
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FACULTY
Adam Abrams
BA,Philosophy &
History of Mathematics,
St. John’s College
Filmmaker, educator, obsolete
equipment technician, and
former board member of
Pittsburgh Filmmakers,
Curator of Jefferson Presents,
a micro-cinema since 2000.
Sue Abramson
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
BFA, Maryland Institute
College of Art
Award-winning fine art
photographer; exhibited
nationally and internationally;
published Extended Frames
(1981); included in the collection of the Carnegie Museum
of Art.
Karen Antonelli
MFA, Vermont College
Exhibits regionally and
internationally. Instructor at
the Art Institute of Pittsburgh.
Works in photographic media
and installation; included
in many private collections.
Jack Bailey,
MA, Allegheny College
30+ years experience in
sound production, as audio
engineer, soundtrack designer,
producer/director, and studio
manager; produced/engineered over 20,000 tracks in
New York, Nashville, Dallas,
San Francisco, and Pittsburgh;
additional teaching experience
at Robert Morris University
and Duquesne University;
specializes in audio postproduction for film/TV, and
directing spoken word recordings, including (with partner
Amy Hartman) teaching and
producing professional VO
demos.
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Tim Benedict
Certificate, Audio Technology, Brown Institute
Director of Audio Services,
Summit Film Lab; Sound
recording, editing and mixing
for video, film and multimedia; extensive experience
with fundamental recording
technologies and techniques
as well as the continuing
digital evolution.
Aaron Blum
MFA, Syracuse University
Award winning fine art
photographer; juror’s choice
award 2011 project competition at the Santa Fe Center
for Photography, Critical
Mass finalist; exhibits both
nationally and internationally
at Photographic Resource
Center, Silver Eye Center for
Photography, The Halpert
Biennial: Appalachian State
University and the Phodar
Biennial: Bulgaria.
Mary Jane Bent
BA, Mount Holyoke College
Freelance photographer;
Manager, Photographic
Services CIDDE University
of Pittsburgh; Instructor,
Carnegie Mellon University;
published regionally and
nationally; exhibited regionally.
Mike Bonello
BA, Penn State University
Independent media artist;
exhibited at the Warhol
Museum and the Mattress
Factory; regional exhibits in
Brooklyn, Buffalo, Louisville
and Murphreesboro, TN.
Kamen Bonev
MFA, Film and TV
National Academy for Theater
and Film Arts of Bulgaria
Independent photographer
and cinematographer;
Lecturer in forensic photography, BPA; Underwater visual
media specialist for UNESCO
research team; Visual media
artist of Ensemble Palimpsest
group, performing internationally.
Jim Burke
BA, Psychology,
Point Park College
Graduate study at Rochester
Institute of Technology;
member and past President
of Photo Imagers Guild of
Pittsburgh; exhibits nationally.
Frank J. Caloiero
BA, Communications,
Duquesne University
Cameraman and director
for broadcast programming,
music videos and commercials;
editor for national public
television.
John Cantine
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
MFA, Film Production,
Ohio University
Freelance video editor and
script consultant, and an
independent film and video
artist. His videos and current
class information can be found
at johncantine.com. He is also
co-author of the filmmaking
textbook, Shot By Shot: A
Practical Guide to Filmmaking.
Amy Hartman
Studied at New York
University and Hunter College
Produced hundreds of demo
CDs; producer and director
with NPR and for regional radio
and television spots; national
voice-over spots include
American Express, Pepsi, Levi
Jeans, McDonald’s and many
others; appeared in Emmywinning Titanic documentary;
member of SAG; AFTRA. and
Actor’s Equity Association.
Lorraine Heidekat
BA,Journalism
Duquesne University
Emmy-winning freelance
writer of industrial videotapes,
television commercials and
documentaries; award winning
playwright.
Deborah Hosking
MFA Chatham University
Photographer, Video artist,
Filmmaker. Has lived and
shown work in the U.S., Asia
and Europe.
Susan Howard
BA, Film Production,
Penn State University
Director of the Annie
Seaman’s Media Arts Lab;
film/videotape editor for
industrials and public
television, including
12 years as the editor of
Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood.
Barry Howell
MA, University of Pittsburgh
Teaches courses on film
analysis, politics and film,
television analysis, and writing
about film at the University
of Pittsburgh; editorial
assistant for an internationally acclaimed syndicated
cartoonist; participated in
conceptual arts projects with
the multi-media arts group
Bewegung Nurr, based in
Berlin and Dresden, Germany.
Mandy Kendall
BA, Duquesne University
Exhibits regionally and
nationally; teaching artist
and instructor at Pittsburgh
Center for the Arts and Silver
Eye Center for Photography;
founding member of Ag Works.
Richard Kelly
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
President of American Society
of Media Photographers,
former director of
Photography, WQED
Multimedia; freelance
photographer, Forbes,
Time Inc., Glamor, Parenting;
exhibits regionally.
Paul Kruse
B.A. Northwestern University
Playwright and video maker;
founding member and resident
playwright of Hatch Arts
Collective; teaching artist
working with City Theatre,
Pittsburgh Filmmakers Youth
Media Program, and Dreams
of Hope: Queer Youth Arts,
shown video and theatre work
nationally and internationally.
Ross Nugent
MFA, Film Production,
University of WisconsinMilwaukee
Moving-image artist creating
experimental, observational
documentary and expanded
cinema works; screened
at festivals nationally and
internationally. Independent
film/video curator. Advisor
for MONO NO AWARE (NYC), a
film exhibition and education
group.
Claude O’Steen
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Brady Lewis
MFA, Tisch School of the Arts,
DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
New York University
Narrative Filmmaker and
Cinematographer. Shot
the ‘Sharing Can’ spot for
Coca-cola that won a Golden
Lion at Cannes Film festival
2013. Directed Nie, screening
at ICAPFF in Istanbul,Turkey
(2013.)
BFA, Film and Television
New York University
Two-time NEA Fellow;
seven-time Mid-Atlantic
Fellow; panelist for several
state and regional Arts
Councils and the NEA;
independent producer of
motion picture optical effects;
co-author of Shot By Shot:
A Practical Guide to
Filmmaking; internationally
exhibited award-winning
short and feature filmmaker.
Zsuzsi Matolcsy
MFA, photography,
Maine Media College
Pennsylvania Council on the
Arts Fellow. Exhibited locally,
nationally, and internationally;
included in the collections
of the Carnegie Museum of
Art and the State Museum of
Pennsylvania.
Jeff Monahan
Writers Guild of America,
Actor’s Equity, Screen Actors
Guild, American Federation
of Television and Radio
Artists; feature films writer,
professional actor, (Lone
Star, Bruiser, Target Earth);
screenwriter, Hits, w/Martin
Sheen and Spree w/Michael
Ironside; Instructor, New
York University and Carnegie
Mellon University.
Dean Mougianis
BA, University of Pittsburgh
Freelance video producer,
editor and writer; computer
animator; former station
manager WYEP - FM 91.3.
Carol O’Sullivan
BA, Film Studies,
University of Pittsburgh
Former Adjunct Assistant
Professor of Film History
at LaRoche College; former
Assistant Curator of Film
and Video at The Carnegie
Museum of Art; freelance
writer.
Mark Perrott
BFA, Carnegie Mellon
University
Fine art and commercial
photographer; exhibits
nationally and internationally;
included in the collections of
the San Francisco Museum of
Art, the Brooklyn Museum of
Art and the Baltimore Museum
of Art; published two monographs of his photographs,
Eliza and Hope Abandoned.
Tom Persinger
BGS, Kent State University
Photographer, writer, curator,
and founder of f295, an
international photography
organization; exhibited in
numerous galleries in the
US and Europe; published in
Photographic Possibilities
(3rd Edition), Afterimage, Ag,
Black and White Photography
(UK), PhotoEd, and View
Camera; member of Freestyle
Photographic’s Advisory
Board of Photographic
Professionals
Mary Rawson
MFA Theatre Arts: Acting,
Point Park University
Independent filmmaker and
Emmy award-winner. Writer/
producer of dramas and
documentaries shown on PBS
and A&E. Film, television, and
stage actor. Improv performer,
broadcast coach, member
of Pittsburgh Playhouse
Repertory Company, and
Cousin Mary on Mister Rogers’
Neighborhood. Proud member
of AFTRA, EQUITY and SAG.
Robert Rutkowski
BS, Engineering, Rensselaer
Polytechnic Institute
Partner, The Magic Lantern,
a film/video production
company; writer, producer,
director.
Michael Schwab
BFA, Kansas City Art Institute
Owner, Kensington Falls
Animation Motion Picture
Production; producer, director,
animator; instructor at the Art
Institute of Pittsburgh.
Ivette Spradlin
MFA, Tyler School of Art
Photographer and multi-media
artist. Exhibited nationally and
internationally.
Kaoru Tohara
MFA, Photography,
Indiana University
Award winning fine art
photographer; exhibits
regionally and nationally.
Dylan Vitone
MFA, Massachusetts
College of Art
Assistant Professor, Carnegie
Mellon University; exhibits
nationally and regionally at
Museum of Fine Art Florida
State University, Notre Dame
University, Blue Sky Gallery,
Sean Kelly Gallery; 2004
fellowship winner, Silver Eye
Center for Photography.
Ralph Vituccio
BS, Communications
and Psychology,
University of Pittsburgh
Producer/Director, Film
and Video, Carnegie Mellon
University. Award-winning
videographer.
Bill Wade
BFA, Communications,
Ohio University
Staff photographer,
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette;
freelance photographer;
exhibited internationally;
Pennsylvania Council on
the Arts Fellow; twice
named Pennsylvania Press
Photographer of the Year.
Will Zavala
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
MA, Stanford University
Media producer and freelancer
specializing in documentaries;
works with business and institutional clients, has credits
on productions for ITVS, PBS,
MTV, and HBO. Film/video
artist, exhibited in festivals
nationally, internationally, and
on public television.
Brian Staszel
BFA, Film and Television,
New York University
Independent writer-director;
award-winning filmmaker;
interactive multimedia
designer and videographer for
Carnegie Mellon’s Robotics
Institute.
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FALL 2015 REGISTRATION FORM
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