Through a hands-on, project-oriented approach, students in the Video Communications Pathway apply knowledge to filming, editing and production, lighting, audio, computer graphics and effects to communicate effectively using the video communication medium. By successfully completing this pathway, students may be eligible to take the Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) in Digital Video Using Adobe Premiere Pro certification exam. Â
Video Communications I (1.0)*
Video Communications II (1.0)*
Video Communications III (1.0)*
Total credits required: 3
*Course required to earn pathway
Number of credits: 1.0
The Video Communications I (year-long) course is designed to introduce students to the concepts and equipment related to video production. Topics include filming, composition, non-linear insert editing, lighting, storyboarding, audio, and computer graphics/effects.
Course Note: This course satisfies either the Career Technical Education (1 of 1.5 credit) graduation requirement or Career Technical Education - Computer Technology (.5 of .5) graduation requirement.
Number of credits: 1.0
The Video Communication II (year-long) course expands on the student's application of skills developed in the first course. Topics include video production techniques, studio production, on-site editing, video switching, lighting, scriptwriting, computer graphics, interview techniques, and computer based digital video processing.
Course Note: This course satisfies either the Career Technical Education (1 of 1.5 credit) graduation requirement or Career Technical Education - Computer Technology (.5 of .5) graduation requirement.
Industry Credential: NOCTI: Television Production
Number of credits: 1.0
The Video Communication III (year-long) course is designed to build on the Video Communications I and II courses and refine their resume of skills and products in order to gain entry into post secondary or career entry-level programs in the fields of video/television/film production.
Course Note: This course satisfies either the Career Technical Education (1 of 1.5 credit) graduation requirement or Career Technical Education - Computer Technology (.5 of .5) graduation requirement.
Industry Credential: Adobe Certified: Premiere Pro