Digital Video Production, Certificate

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The Digital Video Production program is designed to prepare students for employment in entry-level corporate communication or entertainment industry video production positions. The program’s emphasis is on producing web-disseminated video content. Applications include corporate marketing, training or communications; advertising on the web; or news and entertainment programs designed for traditional broadcast and/or web distribution. Students who complete the program will be awarded a Certificate in Digital Video Production.

Graduates are able to:

create, plan, write and storyboard effective video productions
understand the vocabulary, grammar and syntax of visual communication
understand how light, optics and sound are used to communicate intended meanings
understand the language and technique of effective video editing
produce web-ready video segments
produce a portfolio-ready video segment and/or secure a video production internship

Curriculum – Certificate Program

First Semester

ENGL 111 - English Composition I 3 Credits
COMM 120 - Introduction to Mass Communication 3 Credits
FILM 101 - Art of the Movies: Film Appreciation and Analysis 3 Credits
FILM 261 - Light, Optics & Lighting 3 Credits
FILM 267 - Digital Video Production: Narrative & Documentary 3 Credits

Second Semester

COMM 150 - Writing for the Media 3 Credits
IDMX 114 - Interactive Multimedia 3 Credits
FILM 268 - Advanced Video Production: Narrative & Documentary 3 Credits
FILM 278 - Advanced Video Editing 3 Credits
COMM 291 - Independent Study/Cooperative Education Digital 3 Credits

Total Credits 30

NOTE: Though not required, previous experience with camcorders and basic video production techniques is recommended. Proficiency in computing at least at the level of Microsoft Word is also recommended.