This course introduces students to free AI tools for creating text, images, audio, voiceovers, and video content. Through guided activities and projects, students develop skills in prompting, content creation, ethical AI use, and digital storytelling. Milestone projects build toward a final AI-assisted short film that showcases creativity and technical proficiency. No prior AI or filmmaking experience is required. The course supports career pathways in digital media, marketing, communications, and AI-assisted content creation.
Prerequisites
None.
1. Construct clear, effective prompts to generate text using free AI tools.
2. Create consistent character and environment images using free image generation platforms.
3. Produce AI generated music, voiceovers, and sound elements appropriate for narrative media.
4. Generate short video sequences using free AI video tools and apply basic editing techniques.
5. Assemble a complete 5 minute AI assisted short film demonstrating continuity, clarity, and creative direction.
6. Demonstrate proficiency in a computer lab production workflow using multiple AI tools.
7. Apply ethical, responsible, and purposeful use of AI in creative media.