Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
The Video Production Specialist will perform an ever-changing variety of tasks from writing scripts, shooting video and lighting, to digital non-linear editing. This person must have an understanding and ability to work with the latest technologies. Computers are a common tool and the Video Specialist must not only be creative, but have a technical grasp of new and evolving hardware and software applications as they relate to video.
Award Outcomes
Produce media solutions for clients.
Analyze end-user needs.
Demonstrate proficiency with industry-standard media production hardware and software.
Demonstrate production workflows.
Develop creative solutions with visual and audio techniques.
Understand roles and function as a part of a production team.
Develop positive and accurate written communications.
Apply legal and ethical principles to personal, social, and professional behaviors.
Career Opportunities
A Video Production Specialist has the potential for finding employment in the following areas: video production and animation houses, multimedia, CD and web development companies, law firms, training departments in large and mid-size corporations, hospitals, television broadcast and cable stations. Related positions can also be found in sales as account executives for production companies or equipment rental suppliers/vendors.
Semester Sequence
Offered at Brooklyn Park Only
Summer Semester
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Areas 3-10 | 3 |
| Choose one of the following: | |
| ENGL2121 | Writing and Research | 4 |
| ENGL2125 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| ENGL2130 | Introduction to Creative Writing | 3 |
Third Semester
| MGDP1230 | Photoshop | 3 |
| MMVP1605 | Videography and Directing | 4 |
| MMVP2550 | Video Field Production | 3 |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 2 | 3 |
| Technical Studies Electives | 3 |
Fourth Semester
| MMVP2560 | After Effects | 3 |
| MMVP2610 | Avid Non-Linear Editing | 3 |
| MMVP2641 | Portfolio Production | 3 |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 2 | 3 |
| Technical Studies Electives | 4 |
Technical Studies Electives
Choose 7 elective credits from Graphic Design (MGDP) or Interactive Design Video Production (MMVP) that are not required for this award. Three (3) credits must come from the Interactive Design Video Production (MMVP) area.
Recommended:
| MMVP2630 | Advanced Production Lab | 1 - 8 |
| MMVP2650 | Interactive Design Video Production Internship | 1 - 8 |
Choose a Total of: 7 Credits
MnTC Goal Areas
A complete list of MnTC courses and Goal Areas that can be used to meet General Education requirements can be found at www.hennepintech.edu. The same course cannot satisfy more than one MnTC Goal Area requirement.
Graduation (72 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
6/24/2019 : BP 1105 / EP