This course introduces students to the latest in digital video production, post production, special effects and 2D/3D animation. All areas of video creation and production will be explored from determining audience to camera angles/shots, filming, editing, sound, titling and special effects. Students will also gain experience with DVD creation/authoring, as well as formatting video for web and devices. Students will also explore applications of 2D and 3D animation as they relate to video creation/production. Professional level software including Adobe Premiere, Soundbooth, Photoshop, After Effects and other programs will be utilized in this class. Students projects may include (but are not limited to) digital video commercials, documentaries, instructional videos, music videos, public service announcements, special events, newscasts and interviews. An Adobe Digital Video certification will be available for students that choose to pursue this option.

Sports Technology and Innovation explores the role of sports technologies and the way the innovation process is utilized to create new advancements in the world of sports. This course helps students to understand how technology is developed and integrated into the sports landscape. Students will engage in content and projects geared towards exploring the functional science behind sports-related technologies, and design and prototype pieces of technology of their own. An entire industry focused on bettering the performance of athletes and keeping them safe exists for students to explore. Project examples include: Golf ball flight design, Frisbee design, Playing surface study, Bank shot basketball, Billiard angles and collisions, Football helmets and head impacts, and more.

Graphic and Visual Design is communication using art. Our world is becoming ever more visually stimulating, especially on screen. How do you process all this information? In this class you will learn about photography using a 35mm SLR camera and three programs in the Adobe Creative Suite: PS, AI and ID. You will make ideas visually appealing by exploring and working with fonts and what makes a design strong. Using Adobe programs, you will be introduced to print layout such as magazine covers, advertising, menus, etc. You can use these skills in any career you may end up doing.