JTC 536 - Organizational and Commercial Photography

How can learning the fundamentals of manual exposure help you create strong storytelling images? How do your visual storytelling skills come into play when conveying the stories of commercial enterprises and organizations effectively? Embark on a comprehensive exploration of the art and science of photography in this engaging course. As the curriculum unfolds, we navigate toward the professional domains of organizational dynamics, commercial ingenuity, and the nuanced dimensions of aesthetic, artistic, and ethical considerations in photography. Immerse yourself in contemporary practices shaping organizational and commercial photography, aligning your skills with industry standards. As the course culminates, anticipate a sharpened photographic vision, refined storytelling skills, and a diverse portfolio showcasing your evolving capabilities.

This course is designed to help you:

• Utilize advanced photographic technology proficiently to achieve specific image creation goals.
• Generate assignments in Architecture, Environmental Portraiture, Organizational News, Product Photography, and Event Documentation.
• Explore the importance of accurately portraying diverse organizational cultures, perspectives, and social practices through images.
• Critically assess and discuss ethical and legal considerations in professional photography, identifying key decision-making principles.
• Create a comprehensive portfolio featuring innovative images from course assignments, showcasing mastery of skills and creative vision.

Textbook(s) to be announced.