Video Production

Course description:

 

686      VIDEO PRODUCTION 1 (double period)
This full-year, (2 credit) program will provide the student videographers an opportunity to further enhance their television skills. Non-linear editing skills will be expanded with more in-depth exploration of Final Cut Pro and Avid software. More attention will be paid to lighting and post production. Students will take on more responsibility in coordination of group projects. Emphasis will be placed on planning and organizational skills to include storyboarding and script writing. Students will learn the importance of planning ahead and meeting deadlines.  

 

This course fulfills the 0.5 technology credit required for graduation. 

PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Intro to Video Production (688) with a grade of 85 or better, or permission from the CTE Director.  NOTE: Registration through the CTE Office is required.

 

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687      VIDEO PRODUCTION 2 (double period)
This full-year double-period (2 credit) program is for the serious video production student who is interested in pursuing a career in media production.  In this course students will use Cinema quality production equipment, 1080p HD cameras, lighting equipment, high end microphones, and professional editing software to produce projects for local cable television, film festivals, and competitions. Students will often fill the roles of producer and or director, discovering what it takes to create their own independent films. The business side of the film making industry will be explored as students discover what steps need to be taken to fund and produce an independent film project or start and maintain a professional production company. This class will help to prepare students for video production beyond high school creating portfolios and reels for college and careers in the video / television industry. Many will have an opportunity to exam and become Apple Certified Professional editors, their names added to the professional registry searched by industry companies looking to hire editors.

PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Video Production 1 (686) and permission from the CTE Director.