Film and Media Production (FMP) 

Foundations of Creative Media is an introductory course designed to inform students about careers in creative media, including digital design and digital film production. This Level 1 course serves as the foundation course for both the Digital Design and Film & Media Production programs of study. Upon completion of the course, a proficient student will be able to explain what comprises the creative media industry sector, explain principles of digital design and its influences, demonstrate basic knowledge of digital camera and video equipment, and create a digital photo collection using design and equipment knowledge. A student will also be able to describe various occupations and outline the steps necessary to advance in specific careers. As part of a student's program of study progression, the student will create a digital program of study portfolio, providing evidence of mastery of course standards and readiness to advance and complete the program of study.

1  Credit

Digital Video Technology is the second course in the Film & Media Production program of study designed to introduce students to the post-production process for digital film/video. Upon completion of the course, a proficient student will be able to demonstrate basic digital video and audio recording skills, video and audio uploading and editing techniques, and explain the film production process from concept to completion. As part of a student's program of study progression, the student will create a digital program of study portfolio, providing evidence of mastery of course standards and readiness to advance and complete the program of study.

1  Credit

Film & Media Production 1 is the third course in the Film & Media Production program of study designed to introduce students to industry and equipment skills used in film production. Upon completion of the course, a proficient student will demonstrate basic production plan process skills including script writing, storyboard creation, stage setting, lighting equipment and video/audio recording and production editing. A proficient student will also demonstrate basic safety knowledge and protocols that are followed throughout a production process. As part of a student's program of study progression, the student will maintain a digital program of study portfolio, providing evidence of mastery of course standards and readiness to advance and complete the program of study.

1  Credit 

Film & Media Production 2 is the fourth course in the Film & Media Production program of study designed to have students produce an original digital short film. Students will utilize production equipment and editing software in varying degrees of complexity. Upon completion of the course, a proficient student will be able to create a script, design a storyboard, create a complete film production plan, and implement the plan to create an original creative work. As part of a student's program of study progression, the student will maintain a digital program of study portfolio providing evidence of mastery of the course standards and readiness to advance and complete the program of study.

1  Credit

Film & Media Production: WBL is the capstone course in the Film & Media Production program of study. It is intended to provide a work-based learning experience for students to develop further understanding of professional issues, utilize employability skills, and demonstrate mastery of academic and technical skills learned throughout this program of study. The work-based learning experience provides opportunities to apply and practice the knowledge and skills learned in previous courses and gives students hands-on practical experiences related to professions in film and media production. Upon completion of the course, a proficient student will be able to discern multiple pathways to a career in film and media production, necessary steps toward applying for a postsecondary program, necessary steps toward applying for a job, and reflect on program goals and aspirations. Instruction will be delivered through the classroom environment in conjunction with a work-based learning placement, such as an internship. The student will finalize a digital course portfolio providing evidence of mastery of the program standards and readiness for postsecondary and the workforce.

1  Credit Repeatable