Program Information
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Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus
- Pathway: Creative Arts, Design & Media
- Program Code: 10-701-1
- Offering: In-class
- Degree Type: 2-Year Degree (Associate)
- Start Dates: August
About the Television and Video Production Degree
DESCRIPTION
Prepare for a career in the production, operation and programming areas of broadcast television, cable, or corporate and commercial video. You will gain hands-on experience in the high-definition studios of Milwaukee PBS, a leader in HDTV production.
Graduates have an excellent entry-level employment history in a competitive field. Potential employers are TV stations, cable systems, advertising agencies, private industry, educational institutions and video production houses.
You can earn the TV/Video Studio Production Assistant technical diploma on the way to completing this associate degree.
Additional program details: Students must work hours that fall outside the normal school day. Attributes necessary for success include teamwork and accepting direction and responsibility, ability to work under pressure, and manual dexterity.
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TV/Video Studio Production Assistant
Spotlight your future in the broadcasting industry with the skills attained through this program. You will learn the basics of television and video studio production through courses taught in Milwaukee PBS studios. Areas of study include production, studio lighting, studio camera operation, and general TV engineering principles.
Digital Content Creation
To begin a career in producing on-demand visual media content, this degree prepares you to distribute high-quality video content for the internet, smartphones and other interactive technologies. You will learn how to acquire, edit and recode media for multiple delivery platforms, and gain hands-on experience at Milwaukee PBS studios.
Detailed Program Information
2024-25 Curriculum
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-195 | Written Communication ‡ ^ (or) ENG-201 English 1 ‡ |
3 |
| EPROD-150 | Introduction to eProduction ^ | 3 |
| PSYCH-199 | Psychology of Human Relations (or) Any 200-level PSYCH course |
3 |
| TV-101 | TV/Video Studio Production Techniques ‡ ^ | 4 |
| TV-108 |
TV-108 TV Studio Lighting Techniques |
2 |
| TV-181 | Video in Society ^ | 1 |
| ENG-197 | Technical Reporting ‡ (or) Any 200-level ENG or SPEECH course |
3 |
| TV-105 | TV/Video Field Production Techniques ‡ | 4 |
| TV-107 | Script Writing for Visual Media ^ | 3 |
| TV-112 | Storytelling Via Post-Production ‡ | 3 |
| TV-121 | TV and Video Production Workshop 1 ‡ ^ | 3 |
| MATH-107 | College Mathematics ‡ ^ (or) Any 200-level MATH course |
3 |
| TV-109 | Techniques for Field Audio Acquisition ‡ | 2 |
| TV-110 | Advanced Production Techniques ‡ | 4 |
| TV-119 | Operational Broadcast Engineering ‡ ^ | 3 |
| TV-142 | Non-Linear Video Editing and Authoring ‡ | 3 |
| EPROD-151 | Data Content Management/Implementation ^ | 3 |
| TV-106 | Lighting, Gaffing and Gripping ‡ | 2 |
| TV-115 | Advanced Broadcast Program Production ‡ |
4 |
| TV-123 | TV and Video Production Co-Op 1 ‡ ^ | 3 |
| SOCSCI-197 | Contemporary American Society (or) Any 200-level SOCSCI or HIST course |
3 |
|
TOTAL CREDITS |
62 |
‡ Prerequisite required.
^ Counts toward earning the TV/Video Studio Production Assistant technical diploma.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
This Associate in Applied Science program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.
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DIGITAL BADGES
Upon completion of specified coursework, students may be eligible for the following digital badge(s):
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Program Outcomes
- Apply the principles of design and storytelling to develop media products and services
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of media software, tools and technology
- Implement creative solutions from concept through completion
- Communicate creative rationale in formal and informal settings
- Implement project management skills to meet customer and market demands
- Apply effective and ethical business practices
Career Outlook
Graduates have an excellent entry-level employment history in a competitive field. A wide range of businesses use people trained in video production. Potential employers are TV stations, cable systems, advertising agencies, private industry (in-house video), educational institutions and video production houses. Excellent opportunities exist for freelance positions or for owning your own video-related business.
Possible Careers
Associate ProducerAssociate Director
Studio Coordinator
Lighting Coordinator
Non-Linear Video Editor
Operational Engineer
Camera Operator
Photojournalist
Production Assistant
Technical Director
Floor Director
Graphics Coordinator/Designer
Admission Requirements
- One year of high school-level algebra
- Ability to work outside normal school hours
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