Digital Media Technologies
Examples of Digital Media
- apps on a smart phone - video games - social media - websites - videos - photography - podcasts
Digital Media Professionals must have what skills
- communication - teamwork - collaboration - leadership - professionalism - organization
Digital Media Professionals must have familiarity with what
- web design - graphic design - audio production - video production - app development - photography
In which of the following years did 0.4 percent of the global population use the Internet?
1995
What is the current percent of Internet users worldwide?
42%
Which of the following is the purpose of an ISP?
A company which provides internet connection for a fee
Digital Media Technologies
Can be divided into the following categories: - animation - graphic design - web design - social media - photography - video production - audio production Include: - tools to create - tools to edit - tools to store
Video Camera Equipment
Can vary from basic camcorders or smartphones to a professional cinema camera - depending on needs, may include: • interchangeable lenses • control over camera settings • built-in microphone • various recording formats May include accessories such as: - external microphones - lighting - tripods - batteries - external monitors to display footage as it is captured
E-mail is considered which type of Internet use?
Communication
Local Storage
Is a location to keep files within the server or system users are working on • Allows users to only reach files when connected to the server or system - cannot reach files when working remotely
Electronic collaboration
Is a way of communicating over electronic systems • Can include: - e-mail - video conferencing - collaborative workspaces - project management software
Digital Audio Workstation
Is an electronic device used to obtain, edit and process audio - can be hardware or software - has a mixer board allowing manipulation of audio and adjustment of audio levels
Cloud Storage
Is an online location available to keep files, data and other digital media • Allows users to reach files from any location • Companies do all maintenance and troubleshoot any issues • Allows users to easily choose the amount of space needed • Can be slow to download and view files if Internet speed is lacking
Making backups
Is completed as a precautionary measure to ensure no files will be lost if primary storage fails • Is used to: - keep files secure - create an additional location for files to be stored, long-term May require - external hard drives - cloud storage
Naming files
Is important to maintain consistency and organization of media within storage areas • May include: - project name or acronym - location - creator's name or initials - date of creation - version number - use of underscores or dashes - description Document Name:Persuasive Essay • File Type:Word document • Creator Name:Levi Jones • Date of Creation:June 11th • Draft:Final Possible File Names: Jones_Persuasive_Essay.docx 6_11_Jones_Persuasive_Essay.docx LJ_June_11_Persuasive_Essay.docx Jones_Essay_-_Persuasive.docx Persuasive_Essay_June_LJ.docx Luke_Jones_Final_Essay.docx
Which of the following could become a negative result of continued Internet growth?
More government regulations and restrictions
Project Management Software
Programs which allow everyone involved in a project to store, save and communicate information on the project - may allow users to assign projects to individuals, keep track of progress and assign due dates • Is beneficial to store documents and keep up with tasks but may limit communication
Photo editing software
Provides users a limited set of tools to manipulate and edit images • May allow changes in color, exposure, image size and simple warping • Includes: - GIMP® - Fotor® - Pixlr® Provides users a variety of tools to manipulate and edit photos, as needed - some software can edit a batch of photos at one time rather than having to adjust each individual image • Include: - Adobe®Photoshop® - Adobe®Lightroom® - Camera Raw® - Paintshop®
Social Media
Require technologies to: - access social media accounts • mobile devices • computers with Internet access - create social media posts • programs like Adobe®Spark or Canva®to design posts • cameras and photo or video editing software for posting pictures or videos - plan or monitor social media posts • software like Monday®or Tweetdeck®
Web design
Requires technologies which assist in the process of creating a website through code and publishing the site on the Internet
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of Internet connection?
Server
Which of the following is NOT a common web browser mentioned in the presentation?
Skyfire
A web browser is defined as which of the following?
Software program retrieving and presenting data using the Internet
Search Engine
Software program which searches the Internet for words or phrases and returns a list as to where each is located
Audio Editing Software
Used in audio production allows users to clip and alter the way audio sounds • Includes: - GarageBand® - Audacity® - Adobe Audition® - Logic Pro®
Microphones
Vary depending on the purpose required, such as: - changes in the microphones sensitivity - range of frequencies - wired or wireless • May require accessories, such as: - stands - boom poles - batteries - chargers - windscreens - pop filters
Which of the following is NOT considered a financial use of the Internet?
Video Streaming
"WWW" is the abbreviation for which of the following?
World Wide Web
Online Predator
adult Internet user who uses social networking sites, chat rooms or other cyberspace to approach and eventually hurt other people
Server
allows equipment such as fax machines, printers and files to be served to multiple computers
Alt tags
descriptive words or phrases which accompany photos to identify what the image is when the image will not open or load
User Interfaces
design a user can see when interacting with a device
Saving
designates where and how a file will be stored - saving each proof individually ensures all changes are saved • May include: - naming files - storing files - making backups
Favorites or Bookmarks
feature which can be used to store and organize a list of web pages which can
Host Name
first portion of a web name; often "www."
Firewall
hardware which checks information coming from the Internet or a network and either turns it away or allows it to pass through to the computer
Top
level Domain-last portion of a web name; includes examples such as ".com", ".org" or ".net"
Browsing History
list of websites visited
Storing
location where files are safe and protected - keep files secure - ensure no data is lost • May be: - cloud storage - local storage
Domain Name
middle portion of a web name; unique to the web name
Secure Network
networks or websites which require a password or security code to gain access
Hardware
physical equipment used in digital media
World Wide Web (www)
portion of the Internet consisting of computer sites containing billions of documents called web pages
Importing
process of bringing content from the device used to create or capture it onto an electronic device to be edited or stored • Is a required step in nearly all digital media projects Requires: - origin device containing content • for example: camera memory card, voice recorder - end device with editing or storage capabilities • for example: computer, hard drive - connection between the two technologies • most commonly, a cable such as a USB or HDMI cable which matches with the device or a card reader • could also be imported using a Bluetooth®device or through a Wi-Fi connection
Editing
process of making corrections or improvements to digital media May include: - color correction - combining media - proofreading - adding content • Includes creating various proofs to allow clients to provide feedback on the project Requires: - a computer system capable of loading content - software to edit the content
Planning
process of preparing to create a project - includes: • gathering necessary resources and information for a project • establishing goals of the project • setting a timeline for the completion of a project • Requires the use of electronic collaboration to communicate with clients or coworkers
Exporting
process of transferring content from the site of creation to a site for publishing or viewing May include: - posting on a website - transferring to an external device - printing • May require: - export cables - CDs - flash drives
Operating Systems
program which manages the hardware and software on a computer
Software
programs used within computers which provide operating information
Stopped on 3rd assessment
question 2
Web page
single web document which opens in a browser
Web Browser
software program retrieving and presenting data using the Internet
Network
two or more computers linked together which share and exchange information
Which of the following is NOT a device the presentation lists as possibly being connected to the Internet?
washing machine
Homepage
web page which automatically opens when the web browser is opened
Social Media
websites used to share, post and exchange information in an informal format
Hyperlink
words, phrases or graphics in a web page which targets another location
Internet
worldwide collection of networks which allow people to communicate and share information quickly and easily
Video conferencing
Allows multiple users to have face-to-face conversations remotely over a video stream • Requires being an active listener by: - avoid interrupting the speaker - taking notes on the conversation - engaging fully in the conversation • do not do other activities like texting or answering e-mails Is best used to have discussions or present information when immediate feedback is important - summarizing any important information discussed and detailing the decisions made from a video conference can be sent in an e-mail
Photography
Allows the capturing of an image, by a camera, in a digital format which can be stored or edited as needed • Requires technology such as: - hardware • cameras and accessories • memory cards - software • photo-editing software Requirements can vary, but typically include: - DSLR cameras for professional shoots • interchangeable lenses • control over camera settings • optical view finder - point-and-shoot or smartphone camera • use depends on the required images - accessories for the camera • batteries • external lighting • tripod Memory Cards Are used to store captured photos taken with a digital camera • Can be Compact Flash (CF) or Secure Digital (SD) cards depending on the type the camera uses • Can vary in storage size - typically from 8GB to 256GB
Audio Production
Allows the monitoring of the audio component being captured and the software to edit the audio • Requires technologies such as: - hardware • microphones and accessories • recording devices - software • audio-editing software • digital audio workstation
Video production
Allows the recording, combining and editing of video and audio components into a single production • Requires technologies such as: - hardware • camera and accessories • memories cards - software • video-editing software
Web design for beginners
Allows users to design websites with no prior experience - users can interact with just the visual elements of the site while the software automatically writes the necessary code • May restrict users to preset layouts and designs • Includes: - Wix® - SquareSpace® - Weebly®
Web design for professionals
Allows users to fully design and customize how a website works and looks • Requires users to understand coding languages, such as: - HTML - Javascript - CSS • Includes: - Adobe® Dreamweaver® - Bootstrap® - Brackets®
Video Production Software For Professionals
Allows users to make precise cuts, combinations, transitions and effects • Includes: - Adobe®Premiere® - Adobe®AfterEffects® - Nero Platinum® - Final Cut Pro®
Video Production Software For Beginners
Allows users to make simple cuts, combinations and transitions • Includes: - iMovie® - Windows®MovieMaker® - Splice®
Collaborative workspaces
Are cloud-based sites which allow multiple people to share documents and work together without face-to-face interaction - for example: Slack®or Google Drive • Include chat functions for quick communication - typically informal writing is acceptable on chat • Are beneficial to collaborate on documents - may not be best for having formal discussions or making important decisions
Digital media projects
Are pieces of work created with electronic devices • Process includes: - planning - importing - editing - saving - exporting
Memory cards
Are used to store captured audio and video taken with a video camera and its accessories • Can be Compact Flash (CF) or Secure Digital (SD) cards depending on the camera • Can vary in storage size - typically from 8GB to 256GB - size should depend on the length of video clips and quality of footage • higher quality footage (e.g. HD or 4K) will create larger file sizes than footage at a lower quality
Recording Devices
Are used to store the audio amplified by the microphones • May include: - handheld devices which allow the audio recorder to be mobile with limited input - audio mixers with multiple inputs • typically connected to a desktop computer • Should be used with headphones to hear exactly what the microphone is recording
Animation
Is the creation of graphics as well as the movement of those graphics • Requires technologies such as: - hardware • computers • tablets - used to draw characters, backgrounds, storyboards and frames with an accompanying pen - may show images on the screen of the tablet or only provide a surface to draw on while showing the drawing on a computer monitor - software • 2-D software • 3-D software Is used to add movement and special effects to characters, scenes and other designs • Can include specific software to: - create 2-D vector images before movement is added • for example: Adobe®Illustrator® - create movement in vectors and visual effects • for example: Adobe®After Effects, Adobe®Animate, Anime®Studio - create and animate 3-D models • for example: Blender®, Autodesk Maya Requires heavy processing capabilities and above average storage space - animation projects typically generate large files • Requires computers with at least the following: - ability to run a 64-bit operating system - at least a 1TB hard drive - a graphic card (GPU) with at least 2GB of RAM - at least 8GB of memory
Graphic Design
Is the creation of logos and graphics, editing photos and developing multiple-page layouts • Requires technologies such as: - hardware • computer • tablet Requires a good display and ability to store moderate to large project files • Requires computers with at least the following: - a processor which can run at least 1Ghz - 8GB of RAM - at least a 1TB hard drive - a monitor resolution of at least 1280 x 800 Also includes tablets - can be used to draw illustrations or graphics for a design as well as create hand-lettered typography • allows for smooth control of strokes and pressure-sensitive strokes - software • vector-graphic software • raster-graphic software • layout software
Digital Media is used for
Is used and created in nearly every industry - for example: • in entertainment - YouTube®videos, podcasts, streaming websites • in the medical field - websites for educating patients or mobile apps for medical facilities • in education - Microsoft®PowerPoint®presentations, online tutoring tools • in business - social media marketing, online workspaces
Vector Graphic software
Is used to create graphics which are not compressed into pixels - vectors allow an image to be scaled without any loss of quality - have limited color effects • gradients or color blending cannot be done completely using vectors • Is best used for created logos, brand marks and basic graphics - do not use for layouts Includes: - free or beginner software • Vectr® • Inkscape® • BoxySVG® - professional software • Adobe®Illustrator®
Layout software
Is used to determine the position of all graphic elements and text within a page and establish consistency throughout a multiple-page document - often contains more sophisticated text editing features than other design programs • Should be used whenever a designer needs to include readable text in a design or to combine multiple graphic elements Includes: - free or beginner software • Scribus® • Microsoft®Publisher • Apple Pages® • Lucidpress® - professional software • Adobe®InDesign®
Raster Graphic Software
Is used to edit photos or create pixel-based artwork - raster graphics have more capabilities for color blending and gradients so they can produce more true-to-life digital illustrations or digital paintings • raster images are made up of tiny pixels and are typically not scalable • Should not be used for any scalable graphics such as logos - there will be significant quality loss Includes: - free or beginner software • GIMP® • Photos Pos Pro® • Pixlr Editor® • Canva® • Adobe®Photoshop® Express - professional software • Adobe®Photoshop®
Is written communication with the ability to include multiple parties - not instant communication • Requires some formality - formal writing and proper grammar is typically expected in professional settings - common courtesy is to use "Reply All" if multiple individuals have been copied on the e-mail - establish a chain of replies rather than creating a new e-mail for each communication Makes it easy to send documents or attachments and include multiple participants • Is best suited for sharing files or providing information the recipient may need to refer back to at a later time - serves as documentation of a conversation
When was the Internet officially created?
January 1983
Website
collection of web pages which have a common theme or focus
Web Address
combination of words and symbols unique to each web page
Internet Service Providers (ISP)
companies which provide Internet connections for a fee
Computer Virus
computer program which replicates and spreads itself from one computer to another
Hacker
computer user who attempts to acquire unauthorized entry to servers and computer systems
Networks
connection between two or more devices allowing for sharing and collaborating
Digital Media
content which can be created, viewed, distributed, modified and stored within electronic devices
