Program Information
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Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus
- Pathway: Creative Arts, Design & Media
- Program Code: 31-701-1
- Offering: In-class
- Degree Type: Technical Diploma
- Start Dates: August/January
About the TV/Video Field Production Assistant Diploma
DESCRIPTION
To get ready for cameras and action, you will gain skills in the basics of field-based production, location lighting, high-definition field camera operation, and principles of non-linear editing and content distribution. Courses are taught in the Milwaukee PBS studios for real-world experience. This program prepares students for on-location, video production entry-level positions.
With video so pervasive in our society, individuals well versed in TV and video field production are in demand to help capture and deliver stories to the audience.
You can apply your credits toward completing the eProduction associate degree.
Related Programs
Television and Video Production
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.
eProduction
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
2020-21 Curriculum
| Semester | Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| (1) | ENG-195 | Written Communication (or) ENG-201 English 1 ‡ |
3 |
| (1) | EPROD-150 | Introduction to eProduction | 3 |
| (1) | TV-101 | TV/Video Studio Production Techniques ‡ | 4 |
| (1) | TV-112 | Storytelling Via Post-Production ‡ | 3 |
| (1) | TV-181 | Video in Society | 1 |
| (2) | EPROD-151 | Data Content Management/Implementation | 3 |
| (2) | EPROD-153 | eProduction Practicum 1 ‡ | 3 |
| (2) | TV-105 | TV/Video Field Production Techniques ‡ | 4 |
| (2) | TV-142 | Non-Linear Video Editing and Authoring ‡ | 3 |
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TOTAL CREDITS |
27 |
( ) Semester order for full-time students.
‡ Prerequisite required.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.
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Program Outcomes
- Apply basic principles of design and storytelling to studio and field productions
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of basic media software, tools, and technology
- Assist in production from concept to completion
- Communicate creative rationale in formal and informal settings
- Apply ethical business practices
Career Outlook
With video so pervasive in our society, individuals well-versed in TV and video field production are in demand to help capture and deliver stories to the audience. This program prepares the student to assist in that environment and provide production expertise during on-location program content creation and acquisition.
Possible Careers
Field Camera Operator/Assistant
Production Assistant
Grip
Gaffer Assistant
Digital Videographer
Data Asset Assistant
Field Teleprompter Operator
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