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TV / FILM A.A.

This program is designed for students interested in the Television and Film industries. Program course work explores career opportunities in these visual communications industries. Industry positions include, but are not limited to, director, producer, camera operator, video editor, script writer, light designer, and production coordinator. Students utilize industry-standard software, hardware and production techniques. Students gain practical experience producing video for va rious mediums.
While some students may pursue the program of study for personal enrichment rather than transfer, the degree is designed for students preparing to enter a program leading to a baccalaureate degree at a four-year college or university.

  • demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.

  • demonstrate computer literacy.

  • analyze the evolution of the moving picture and related technologies.

  • apply critical thinking skills.

  • Shoot and edit digital video using industry-standard equipment.

  • Integrate video footage with graphics, computer-generated visual, and soundtracks.

  • Create a demo reel showcasing course work and production experience

First Semester

Credits

DMP 105

Introduction to Media Communications

3

ENG 105

College English I

3

Elective

Mathematics

3

Elective

General Education Elective*

3

Elective

Free Elective**

3

Semester Total

15

Second Semester

DMP 121

Media Script Writing and Storyboarding

3

DMP 210

TV Studio Production

3

SOC 155

Mass Culture

3

ENG 106

College English II

3

Elective

General Education Elective*

3

Semester Total

15

Third Semester

DMP 205

Introduction to Video Editing

3

DMP 130

Video Field Production

3

Elective

Free Elective**

3

Elective

Laboratory Science

4

Elective

Social Science/Humanities

3

Semester Total

16

Fourth Semester

Elective

General Education Electives*

6

Elective

Free Electives*

6

Elective

Free Elective

3

Elective

Social Science/Humanities

3

Semester Total

15

Credit Total

61

* Recommended General Education electives: CMN 112, ENG 111

** Recommended Free electives: ART 107, ART 109, ART 120, CMN 120, CMN 121

CIS 105, DMP 115

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