Stafford Technical Center

Video Production

Explore the world of video production and on-camera performance.  This course introduces students to careers that require visual storytelling such as videographer, television/film producer, video editor and on-camera talent such as actor or news reporter.  Students, working as part of a professional production crew, write scripts, storyboard, and shoot and edit projects that appear on local television.  During the second semester students choose a focus on either acting and directing or camerawork and editing. Our state-of-the-art computer lab features many industry standard editing, image manipulation and compositing software titles.  Students practice all phases of production by creating a series of projects that explore the different industries of feature film, music video, commercial, documentary and video art.  This program requires students to possess proficient written, communication and visual skills.

Visit the Class Web Site and view class videos at: www.stafford-video.com

Units:

• Camera Aesthetics & Composition      
• Acting for the Camera   
• Directing and Producing
• Narrative Structure/Script Writing
• College/Career Planning
• Live Production
• Digital Video Editing & Effects    
• Lighting and Sound
• Music Video Production
• News/Documentary Production 
• Distribution to television, web or DVD

Class Activities:
Students take part in all aspects of production from writing and planning, to choosing locations, shooting, editing and distributing their finished product. Course content develops critical viewing and thinking skills, visual storytelling, applied problem solving and creative expression.  Internships are also possible for advanced students.

Job Opportunities:

• Film Producer/Director
• News Reports/Anchor
• Electronic/Web Journalist    
• Talent/Actor
• Lighting & Sound Crew
• Videographer/Camera Operator     
• Video/Film Editor
• Public Relations
• Institutional Video Technician

Sample Schedule/Credits and Embedded Credit:
(*Indicates Department of Education mandated academic embedded credit.  All other embedded credits are the recommendation of Stafford Technical Center and are granted at the discretion of the student’s sending school.)

          3 Video Production
          1 Science (Science)* or Social Studies
          1 English
          1 Fine Arts or 1 Computer Applications

Articulation/Dual Enrollment:

Castleton State College – up to 3 credits
Lyndon State College – up to 3 credits
New England School of Communication – up to 3 credits
New England Institute of Art – up to 3 credits
Community College of Vermont – up to 3 credits

Application procedure

Application for 2nd year students

Certification:

Students completing 90% of the Core Competencies will receive a certificate from STAFFORD TECHNICAL CENTER.