Television Production
Curriculum
TELEVISION PRODUCTION 1
1 Credit
Television Production 1 students will acquire a basic understanding of all the equipment in a professional video production studio. They will also learn camera work, stage management, editing, studio setup, preproduction, and studio maintenance. Students will participate in video productions as camera operators, stage managers, and production assistants. Students will create their own video project and take the Precision Exam in Television Production for certification.
TELEVISION PRODUCTION 2
1 Credit
Students will continue to perfect skills learned in Television Production 1. In addition, they will learn studio management, lighting, and control room operations. Students will perform most tasks on all educational and public access video productions. They will cablecast finished productions into Mount Vernon homes. Students will create their own video project and take the Precision Exam in Television Production for certification.
Prerequisite: Television Production 1
TELEVISION PRODUCTION 3
1 Credit
This course will help students develop the skills necessary for careers in television, radio, and electronic print media, including video production, news broadcasting, digital design, and media writing. Students will learn advanced professional skills in video, photo, audio, broadcasting, and journalism using industry standard hardware and software in the development and production of products. The course provides students with a combination of practical skills in using technology as well as encouraging innovation and creativity in applying those skills to explore and analyze current issues. Students will take the Precision Exam in Television Production for certification.
Prerequisite: Television Production 2