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Information Design Introduces students to the art and science of transforming complex data into clear, compelling visual narratives. Students explore fundamental principles of information design while developing practical skills in data analysis and visual representation. Through hands-on projects, students learn to craft effective charts, diagrams, and maps that communicate complex information with clarity and purpose. The course emphasizes both technical proficiency and storytelling, teaching students to select appropriate visualization methods and combine them into cohesive narratives that engage and inform their audience. By the end of the course, students will have developed a robust toolkit for turning raw data into meaningful visual experiences.

At the completion of this course, the students will:

– Think critically about information design problems and have a framework for defining, assessing, and solving them

– Develop confidence with the vocabulary of information design and the appropriate application of the visual models

– Be familiar with best-in-class examples of information design

– Understand the power of information design as a tool of communication and persuasion

The history of generative art dates back to the 20th century, with Dada and Fluxus artists using chance games and techniques to create spontaneous works of art. Today, generative art and entertainment continues to evolve with advances in artificial intelligence, but how do these advancements impact media making and the film and television industry? Video diffusion models, artificially intelligent avatars and generative soundtracks are among the emergent AI tools that can be used to create a film. This IMA and Film course will allow students to explore new tools in the creation of hypercinema. From RunwayML and Stable Diffusion to real time avatar puppeteering and virtual production, this course will provide a hands-on survey of generative media in the film industry.  How does generative AI change the way we tell stories? How do we deal with the ethical issues surrounding the use of generative media in film production? How will generative AI lead to dramatic changes in production and postproduction, distribution, and intellectual property ownership in the film industry? Class time will be split between lectures surveying the field of generative media and hands-on production using brand new tools and platforms.