Arts, A/V Technology & Communications
The creative industries — film, music, graphic design, theatre, dance, podcasting, and digital media. Skills to produce, perform, and publish across every modern channel.
Ballet Essentials
An introduction to the art of ballet, covering technique, terminology, and appreciation for dancers and audiences alike.
Browse 4 courses
- Ballet Foundations and Technique (33 lessons)
- Intermediate Technique and Performance Prep (32 lessons)
- Intermediate Technique and Performance Prep (32 lessons)
- Advanced Performance and Production (32 lessons)
Bollywood Essentials
An entertaining introduction to Indian cinema—its history, stars, music, and cultural impact on global film.
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- Foundations of Bollywood Cinema (30 lessons)
- Bollywood Music, Dance, and Stardom (30 lessons)
- Bollywood Stars, Families, and Styles (29 lessons)
- Bollywood Stars, Families, and Influence (29 lessons)
Digital Evolution of Filmmaking
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- Foundations of Filmmaking Technology (18 lessons)
- Editing, Postproduction, and Distribution (18 lessons)
- Advanced Capture and Post-Production (18 lessons)
- Advanced Production and Distribution (18 lessons)
Filmmaking Essentials
A practical introduction to making movies, covering scripting, shooting, directing, and editing from concept to final cut.
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- Foundations of Filmmaking (36 lessons)
- Production Planning and Post-Production (36 lessons)
- Production, Post, and Distribution Practices (36 lessons)
- Production Logistics, Safety, and Distribution (35 lessons)
Graphic Design Essentials
An introduction to the principles of graphic design—layout, typography, color, and imagery—for creating effective visual communication.
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- Foundations of Graphic Design (17 lessons)
- Design Research and Principles (17 lessons)
- Design Development and Professional Practice (17 lessons)
- Finalization, Accessibility, Portfolio (17 lessons)
Home Recording Essentials
Learn to set up a home studio and record, mix, and produce professional-sounding audio on a budget.
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- Foundations of Home Recording (37 lessons)
- Mixing, Editing, and Session Prep (37 lessons)
- Tracking, Editing, and Mixing Techniques (37 lessons)
- Advanced Recording and Distribution (36 lessons)
Home Recording For Musicians Essentials
A musician's guide to home recording, covering gear, microphones, and techniques for capturing and producing your own music.
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- Foundations of Home Recording (5 lessons)
- Microphones and Multitracking (5 lessons)
- Tracking, Editing, and Mixing Techniques (5 lessons)
- Finalizing and Promoting Recordings (4 lessons)
Making YouTube Videos
Learn to plan, shoot, edit, and publish engaging YouTube videos, from gear and lighting to growing your channel.
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- Preproduction and Capture Basics (13 lessons)
- Production and Editing Fundamentals (13 lessons)
- Footage Capture and Basic Editing (13 lessons)
- Publishing and Promoting Videos (12 lessons)
Music Composition Essentials
Learn the craft of composing music, from melody and harmony to structuring and arranging your own original pieces.
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- Foundations of Musical Composition (36 lessons)
- Foundations of Harmonic and Form Writing (36 lessons)
- Composition, Production, and Presentation (36 lessons)
- Professional Composition and Production (35 lessons)
Music Theory Essentials
A clear introduction to music theory—notes, scales, chords, and rhythm—for musicians of every instrument and level.
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- Foundations of Music Theory (28 lessons)
- Harmony, Rhythm, and Form (28 lessons)
- Harmony, Form, and Score Reading (28 lessons)
- Applied Theory and Score Practices (28 lessons)
Musical Theatre Essentials
An insider's guide to musical theatre, covering its history, performance, and what it takes to put on a show.
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- Foundations of Musical Theatre (21 lessons)
- Production Roles and Processes (21 lessons)
- Production Teams and Opening Night (21 lessons)
- Contemporary Trends and Resilience (21 lessons)
Playwriting Essentials
Learn the craft of writing for the stage, from developing characters and dialogue to structuring a produceable play.
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- Foundations of Playwriting (5 lessons)
- Foundations of Playwriting (5 lessons)
- Crafting Midpoint, Climax, and Resolution (5 lessons)
- From Page to Premiere (5 lessons)
Podcasting Essentials
A complete guide to starting a podcast—recording, editing, publishing, and growing an audience for your show.
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- Foundations of Podcast Production (26 lessons)
- Podcast Production and Publishing (26 lessons)
- Publishing and Production Workflows (26 lessons)
- Podcast Launch, Growth, and Professionalism (26 lessons)
Screenwriting Essentials
Learn to write for film and television, from story structure and characters to formatting a professional screenplay.
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- Foundations of Screenwriting Craft (30 lessons)
- Screenplay Craft: Character and Structure (30 lessons)
- Developing and Refining Screenplays (30 lessons)
- Professional Screenplay Development (30 lessons)
Video Game Design Essentials
Learn the craft of designing games—mechanics, levels, and player experience—from first concept to playable prototype.
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- Foundations of Game Design (24 lessons)
- Design, Playtesting, and Launch Planning (24 lessons)
- Systems, Iteration, and Launch Prep (24 lessons)
- Launching and Sustaining Games (24 lessons)