College of
Documentary Media

capture archaeological history

Students will learn how to utilize modern video and photographic technology as a means of providing documentation in the discipline of archaeology. This includes learning how to photograph an archaeological site—its features and finds—for publication, how to make short- and medium-form documentaries for web, museum, and other video distribution formats, and how to enhance content (video, print, and photographic) with artwork such as maps, overlays, diagrams, and 2D animations.

TSU’s College of Documentary Media provides an intensive course of study. Because of its nature, it cannot be taught via distance learning. Depending on the aptitude of the student, one might be able to enter the film and television industry upon completing the program, but this track is only intended as an enhancement for the archaeological enterprise, or for ministry, and not as a classic “film-school.”

Students must provide their own laptops with the “Adobe CC” suite (student pricing is available through Adobe), their own DSLR camera, and a video camera or DSLR camera capable of taking video. A “Canon Rebel” camera is recommended. A reasonable microphone capable of attaching to the camera, decent headphones, and storage hard-drives are also required of the student. A small lighting kit is also recommended. Cell phone photo/video is not acceptable for these courses.