Video Production

This is an exciting, high-energy class that provides students with the fundamental concepts of video production and theories of film and cinema. Students will explore all aspects of the visual medium while building fundamental skills in videography, editing techniques, and concepts of lighting and audio. This project-based class allows students to push their creativity while writing, producing, and directing commercials, short films, music and demonstration videos, social media content, and a number of public service announcements.

Students clean and operate industry-standard equipment including Sony and Hitachi cameras, tripods, lighting boards, and our audio booth and control room complete with a For-A HVS-100 video switcher and the Class X character generator capable of producing professional video content. Drone safety and usage is also included in the curriculum, as well as editing instruction on a variety of software.

Our program encourages students to study the history of cinema, enter film festivals and numerous competitions, and build leadership and communication skills in our state-of-the-art CTEC facility.

VIDEO PRODUCTION STUDENTS LEARN:

• Camera and Videography
• Studio and Location Production
• Lighting
• Audio
• Podcasting
• Video Editing
• Industrial/Equipment Safety
• Makeup and Costume Design
• Script Writing
• Storyboarding
• Sets and Props
• Directing/Producing
• Broadcast/Cinema History
• Evolution of Technology
• Adobe Creative Cloud / Premiere Pro / Celtx
   

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION OPPORTUNITIES

Certification offered to students completing the Video Production program include:

• • Program Certificate of Completion
  • Video Production I
  • Video Production II
  • Get Safety Trained SISC Kitchen Safety Certificate
  • The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) Drone Certificate
  • CA Precision Exam Certificate
  • Job Ready Career Skills Certificate of Completion 

PRE-REQUISITES

Video Production students should have a basic working knowledge of computers/Google, and average or better skills in reading, writing, and verbal communication. Students will excel in this program if they have or are willing to develop attention to detail, understanding of deadlines, discipline, and time management.

HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT AVAILABLE

Students earn 15 units of elective credits toward their high school graduation.

College prep course.  A-G approved.  Meets area “G” approval for UC and CSU admissions.

CAREER PATHWAYS AND RELATED OCCUPATIONS

This is a career awareness class that instructs students on the basics necessary for entry-level employment. Successful Video Production students often pursue careers in the following:

• Videographer
• Editor
• Reporter/Anchor
• Producer/Director
• Business Owner/Entrepreneur
• Makeup/Costume Designer
• Audio/Lighting Engineer

Advisory Board/Industry Partners

The Advisory Board provides crucial guidance for the Video Production program at CTEC. These industry partners have generously donated their time and expertise to share industry trends, offer assistance, and ensure the curriculum is providing the highest levels of training and career development opportunities for our students.