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
Electives
Select 15 credits from any MGD coursework. The following courses are recommended:
| MGD143 | Motion Graphic Design I (Software) | 3 |
| MGD244 | Integrated Multimedia Development 1 | 3 |
| MGD245 | Integrated Multimedia Development 2 | 3 |
| MGD243 | Web Motion Graphic Design II | 3 |
| MGD268 | Business for Creatives | 3 |
| MGD211 | Adobe Photoshop II | 3 |
| MGD212 | Adobe Illustrator II | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
General Education Courses
Arts and Humanities
| ART121 | Drawing I | 3 |
| ART131 | Visual Concepts 2-D Design | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 6 |
English
Select one course (3 credits) from below:
| ENG121 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENG122 | English Composition II | 3 |
| ENG131 | Technical Writing I | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Mathematics
| MAT107 | Career Mathematics | 3 |
| or higher | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
General Studies
Select one course (3 credits) from the Approved Electives List. Some recommended courses are listed below.
| ART111 | Art History Ancient to Medieval | 3 |
| ART139 | Digital Photography I | 3 |
| MAR216 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| MAR220 | Principles of Advertising | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Required General Education Courses
Total Credit Hours: 60
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