CGI vs. practical effects: technology in filmmaking

Every few years, a film is praised for using “real” effects and another is criticized for “too much CGI”. In reality, most modern films combine practical and digital techniques, and the question is less which is better than how well they are used. Practical effects Practical effects are created physically on set: models and miniatures, … Read more

What can you do with a communications degree?

A communications degree trains you to write clearly, speak with confidence, understand audiences and tell stories across media. Nearly every organization needs those skills, which gives you a wide choice of careers. The challenge is showing evidence of what you can do, not just listing the degree. Public relations PR specialists manage an organization’s reputation: … Read more