Video Production and Editing Certificate

My Academic Plan

Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your certificate and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.

Program Description

This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Video Production & Editing and enter the workforce. Students explore video-related software programs, production, digital editing, audio, sound and effects techniques. This certificate program prepares students for entry-level career positions in companies involved in video production, editing, and designing. Students work independently as well as in collaborative groups in the design and implementation of mixed media presentations and applications.

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First Semester

MGD 111	Adobe Photoshop I	3
MGD 112	Adobe Illustrator I	3
MGD 117	Introduction to Visual Communications	3
MGD 164	Digital Video Editing I	3
MGD 104	Videography	3
Total Credit Hours:		15

Semester Note: Upon completion of MGD 111, MGD 112, MGD 117, MGD 104, and MGD 164 course, you should apply for the Fundamentals in Multimedia Technology Certificate.

Second Semester

MGD 116	Typography I	3
ELECTIVE	MGD 163 or MUS 163	3
MGD 264	Digital Video Editing II	3
MGD 204	Videography II	3
MGD 268	Business for Creatives	3
Total Credit Hours:		15

Semester Note: Take MGD 268 in the last semester.

You should apply for completion of the Video Production and Editing Certificate at the end of Semester 2.

Total Credit Hours: 30

Important Program Notes:

Scheduling may vary per campus locations. You are encouraged to register for courses in accord with your main campus scheduling.

The Video Production and Editing Associates of Applied Science (AAS) Degree is valued with higher regard as it requires more education to obtain than a certificate. As such, it is recommended that interested students declare the AAS Degree as the overall goal. Students declaring the AAS Degree will also complete the Fundamentals of Multimedia Certificate as well as a certificate in the chosen focus area by the time of graduation.