JR 221 - Photojournalism

Credits: 4
Experiencing photography as a journalistic storytelling medium by learning how to communicate news visually in a variety of situations. Develops skills such as shooting pictures on deadline, writing concise and compelling captions, and editing for impact and context. Through historical and contemporary examples, students discover the power of photojournalism to document, inform, entertain, persuade, and provoke emotion. Examines the ethical and legal challenges of photojournalism.

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): JR 103 or JR 105
Course Restrictions: Sophomore standing
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