Media Production

FILMMAKING 1 – A240X

Length/Credit(s): 1 semester/ 0.5 AA credit

Grade(s):  9, 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): None

Filmmaking 1 introduces students to the fundamental principles of visual storytelling and the technical skills needed to create compelling films. This course covers the entire filmmaking process, including concept development, scriptwriting, storyboarding, cinematography, directing, and post-production editing. Students will learn how to operate cameras, use lighting and sound equipment, and edit footage using industry-standard software. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking as students work collaboratively to produce short films. By the end of the course, students will have a foundational understanding of the filmmaking process and a portfolio-ready project to showcase their skills.

FILMMAKING 2 – A241X

Length/Credit(s): 1 semester/ 0.5 AA credit

Grade(s):  10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): Filmmaking 1

Filmmaking 2 builds upon foundational skills practiced in Film 1 to deepen your understanding of visual storytelling, technical filmmaking, and production techniques. This course emphasizes advanced scriptwriting, cinematography, directing, and post-production. Students will engage in hands-on projects, including short film production, collaborative exercises, and critiques.

FILM SEMINAR – A2421 & A2422

Length/Credit(s): 1 semester/ 0.5 AA credit

Grade(s):  10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): Filmmaking 2

Film Seminar utilizes the knowledge and skills you learn from Film 1 and 2 to deepen your visual storytelling, technical filmmaking, and production techniques. This course emphasizes advanced scriptwriting, cinematography, special effects, directing, and post-production techniques to produce a single, full feature film of which will be premiered at a local theatre!

TV NEWS & DOCUMENTARY – A2351 & A2352

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters/ 1.0 AA credit

Grade(s):  9,10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): Filmmaking 2

Welcome to the exciting world of TV News and Documentary! Now available for incoming Freshmen, this year-long, hands-on course introduces students to the fundamentals of television production such as broadcast journalism, documentary storytelling and commercial production. Whether you're passionate about reporting breaking news, crafting compelling visual stories or learning the behind-the-scenes techniques of television production, this course has something for you!