AVMP 290 Media Career Development

This course introduces students to the many career options in the field of electronic media, such as writing, producing, video and audio editing and acquisition, studio and field operations. Transfer options to various media programs at local universities are explored, as well as entrance requirements, such as portfolio work and demo reels. Students will design and navigate a personalized academic and professional road map toward a career in audio and video media production. The importance of internships, and other entry-level opportunities will be examined.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

AVMP 150 and AVMP 155, or TVRD 129 and FILM 139. Pre- or corequisite: ENGL 121

Hours Weekly

2

Course Objectives

1. Examine and identify one's own interests and personal goals, then survey the range of appropriate career choices in audio and video media production.
2. Identify, investigate, and interpret the transfer process from HCC to the specific baccalaureate program of the student's choice.
3. Develop an Audio and Video Media Production resume and portfolio, including an online portfolio that will serve as the foundation of self-promotion and career building efforts.
4. Apply proper interviewing techniques.

Course Objectives

1. Examine and identify one's own interests and personal goals, then survey the range of appropriate career choices in audio and video media production.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

2. Identify, investigate, and interpret the transfer process from HCC to the specific baccalaureate program of the student's choice.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

3. Develop an Audio and Video Media Production resume and portfolio, including an online portfolio that will serve as the foundation of self-promotion and career building efforts.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

4. Apply proper interviewing techniques.

   This objective is a course Goal Only