Media & Communication Arts-Video Production

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Program Description:

The Media & Communication Arts-Video Production program provides training in technical and occupational related skills desired by digital video companies. Students learn how to work in a team environment, developing the skills to become a camera and lighting operator, gaffer technician, sound and video editor, and to direct and produce projects within the team. Students will also learn how to verbally communicate within a team environment to develop a concise method of idea gathering and delivery that are both to and from a client’s point of view.

Program Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate computer skills for the media and communication arts industry.

2. Apply the fundamentals of art and design.

3. Demonstrate critical and analytical thinking within a design-art context.

4. Demonstrate visual, presentation, and communication skills necessary for successful employment in the media and communication arts industry.

5. Demonstrate entry-level skills in a rapidly changing media and communication arts industry.

6. Apply mathematical concepts indicative of the media and communication arts industry.

7. Demonstrate a professional work ethic.

8. Plan and produce short and long form video productions.

9. Demonstrate the proper use of multi-camera studio and location production equipment.

Career Opportunities:

Media & Communication Arts-Video Production-Associate of Applied Science: Job titles such as Film Editor, Producer, and Video Game Developer are attainable upon completion of this course of study. To learn more from a career specialist, visit the Office of Career Services at either campus or explore online at www.onetonline.org.

Media & Communication Arts-Video Production-Certificate: Job titles such as Film Editor, Producer, and Video Game Developer are attainable upon completion of this course of study. To learn more from a career specialist, visit the Office of Career Services at either campus or explore online at www.onetonline.org.

Transfer Pathways:

Students intending to transfer and complete a bachelor’s degree need to make early decisions concerning an academic major and a transfer destination. Statistics show that students who make these decisions early are more likely to persist to graduation than their undecided counterparts. Students planning to transfer credits earned at Macomb are strongly urged to see a counselor or academic advisor as early as possible in their college careers.

• Transfer Resource Guide
• Transfer Pland Database

Programs

• Media & Communication Arts - Video Production, AAS (full-time)
• Media & Communication Arts - Video Production, AAS (part-time)

• Media & Communication Arts - Video Production, Certificate

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