ONLINE HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
Video Production
This semester-long course introduces students to the art and technology of digital video production. Students learn the fundamentals of visual storytelling, including story development, filming techniques, camera composition, lighting, audio, editing, and post-production. Through hands-on projects, students create a variety of original video productions, including commercials, public service announcements, short films, and other creative media. Students gain experience working both independently and collaboratively while exploring production roles such as director, camera operator, editor, and actor. Acting opportunities are available but are not required.
Course Details
- Course Type: Core: No, Elective: Yes
- Length: Semester (2 quarters)
- Available Quarters: Q1, Q2
- Prerequisite: Students must have access to a DSLR camera, cell phone, tablet, iPod, or other device with a 5-megapixel (or higher) camera capable of recording video and access to the iOS or Google Play app store.
- Graduation Requirement: Yes
- Honors: No | AP: No
- Special Education Taught: No | Multilingual Support: No
- Materials: DSLR camera, cell phone, tablet, iPod, or other device with a 5-megapixel (or higher) camera capable of recording video and access to the iOS or Google Play app store.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is covered in Video Production?
This semester-long course introduces students to the art and technology of digital video production. Students learn the fundamentals of visual storytelling, including story development, filming techniques, camera composition, lighting, audio, editing, and post-production. Through hands-on projects, students create a variety of original video productions, including commercials, public service announcements, short films, and other creative media. Students gain experience working both independently and collaboratively while exploring production roles such as director, camera operator, editor, and actor. Acting opportunities are available but are not required.
Does Video Production have prerequisites?
Prerequisite: Students must have access to a DSLR camera, cell phone, tablet, iPod, or other device with a 5-megapixel (or higher) camera capable of recording video and access to the iOS or Google Play app store.
When is Video Production available?
This course is listed for: Q1, Q2.
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