Video Production and Editing
This degree prepares students for entry-level positions as videographer, video editor, web designers, and motion graphic artists. In addition to developing a high level of technical proficiency through the use of multiple software programs, students also develop traditional video and animation concepts and skills within the curriculum.
Core courses focus on assisting students in learning industry standard software in illustration, photo manipulation, web graphics, animation, sound, special effects, and digital video production. Electives allow students to focus on more specific design and software skills.
Students work independently as well as in collaborative groups in the design and implementation of mixed media presentations and applications.
Requirements
This degree requires the extensive use of a computer for prolonged periods of time during class and lab, analytical and creative abilities, and basic computer skills to begin the program.
Assessment testing is required for all students. Students who are reading at the college level and place into CCR 093 or above and MAT 050 or above may begin this program of study. A grade of "C" or better must be earned for each course required for the degree.
Required Courses
Required Elective Courses
Select 9 credits from the following:
| ART 111 | Art History Ancient to Medieval | 3 |
| MAR 216 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| MAR 220 | Principles of Advertising | 3 |
| MGD 112 | Adobe Illustrator I | 3 |
| MGD 211 | Adobe Photoshop II | 3 |
| MGD 212 | Adobe Illustrator II | 3 |
| or | |
| any other MGD class(es) | 3-9 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Required General Education Courses
Arts and Humanities
| ART 121 | Drawing I | 3 |
| ART 131 | Visual Concepts 2-D Design | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 6 |
English
Select one course (3 credits) from below:
| ENG 121 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 122 | English Composition II | 3 |
| ENG 131 | Technical Writing I | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Mathematics
| MAT 107 | Career Mathematics | 3 |
| or higher | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
General Studies Elective
Select one course (3 credits) from the Approved General Education Electives List for the AAS degree.
Required General Education Courses
Total Credit Hours: 60
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