Course Title: ROP Course #: Course Length: VIDEO PRODUCTION I 180023 District Course #: 180 Hours Prerequisites: Multimedia Production or instructor's approval Approvals: Original CDE Course ID #: CDE Certified ID #: Date: CCROP Date: CBEDS Title: VIDEO PRODUCTION Pathway: Production and Managerial Arts Job Title(s): Audio & Visual Equipment Technicians Film & Video Editors Camera Operators, Television, Video & Motion Pictures Video Camera Operator CBEDS Code 5716 DOT/O*NET Codes: 27-4011.00 27-4032-00 27-4031.00 34026 Page 1 of 6 Video Production I
CENTRAL COUNTY REGIONAL OCCUPATIONAL PROGRAM COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to gain entry-level employment at a cable studio, video production company or to begin working independently as a self-employed videographer. The course will also provide the student with the foundation skills needed to enroll in further Television/Video Production classes. Essential employability skills include personal, interpersonal and communication skills, plus career development and employment literacy. Content area skills include video production theory and operation of equipment. Instruction focuses on hands-on skill development. Internship experience is optional, available to interested students with time availability. 2 2 I. ORIENTATION A. Observe CCROP and OUSD rules, regulations and policies. B. Explain class requirements and student expectations. C. Demonstrate emergency preparedness. II. ESSENTIAL EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS 3 3 A. Personal 1. Demonstrate promptness, attend class regularly and notify of absences. 2. Demonstrate good personal hygiene and appropriate professional dress. 3. Project a positive and cooperative attitude. 4. Manage time wisely. 5. Demonstrate values of honesty, responsibility and integrity. 6. Demonstrate ethical practices. 7. Relate importance of lifelong learning and skill upgrading to career success. 3 3 B. Interpersonal 1. Participate cooperatively as a member of a team. 2. Demonstrate respect for individual and cultural differences. 3. Identify the traits of a good leader. 4. Identify strategies for dealing with conflict. 5. Recognize sexual harassment and explain proper procedures for handling. 6. Demonstrate good customer service skills. Page 2 of 6 Video Production I
3 3 C. Communication 1. Identify barriers to good listening. 2. Demonstrate active listening skills. 3. Describe forms of non-verbal communication. 4. Express opinions and discuss issues tactfully. 5. Plan and present a short oral presentation. 6. Use proper telephone techniques and etiquette. 7. Utilize technology to enhance the effectiveness of communication. 3 3 D. Career Development 1. Assess personal skills, abilities and aptitudes as they relate to career exploration. 2. Utilize various resources in the career exploration process, including the Internet. 3. Correlate personal characteristics to educational and career opportunities. 4. Develop an individual career plan. 3 3 E. Employment Literacy 1. Complete an employment application. 2. Demonstrate effective interview skills. 3. Prepare a personal data sheet. 4. Collect samples for a portfolio. 5. Identify appropriate work attitudes and behaviors. 6. Explain employer expectations. III. CONTENT AREA SKILLS 3 3 A. Industry Focus 1. Build knowledge of the film industry. 2. Describe related legal issues. 3. Analyze theory of video production. 4. Identify possible positions and career paths in the industry. 5. Build vocabulary of industry terminology. 6. Explain occupation safety issues and observe all safety rules. 15 15 B. Cameras Page 3 of 6 Video Production I
Page 4 of 6 Video Production I 1. Explore basic camera operation. 2. Demonstrate operation, focus, white balance and other necessary adjustments. 3. Learn and utilize proper safety, maintenance and storage procedures. 4. Demonstrate an understanding of the duties and responsibilities of camera operation. 10 10 C. Recorders (VCR's and VTR's) 1. Differentiate between types of video recorders. 2. Name basic parts and functions. 3. Demonstrate basic recorder set-up and operation. 4. Explore wiring and use of recorders. 5. Explain proper maintenance and storage procedures. 15 15 D. Editing 1. Analyze the basic concept of non-linear editing. 2. Describe video layering. 3. Generate basic titles. 4. Perform log and capture, using time codes. 5. Execute transitions and explain their appropriate use. 6. Demonstrate audio capturing. 7. Demonstrate volume controls. 8. Construct a non-linear project. 5 5 E. Video Switcher 1. Demonstrate basic operation. 2. Demonstrate special effects. 3. Demonstrate switch and fade techniques. 4. Demonstrate character generator. 5 5 F. Lighting 1. List duties of the lighting technician. 2. Discuss related theory and demonstrate techniques. 3. Identify types of lighting. 4. Recognize and name accessories. 5. Describe special effects.
Page 5 of 6 Video Production I 6. Describe maintenance and storage requirements. 5 5 G. Microphones 1. Describe various types of microphones. 2. List types, functions and applications. 3. Demonstrate proper cabling placement. 5 5 H. Audio 1. Describe theory of sound production. 2. Recognize cable types and connectors. 3. Demonstrate mixer procedures. 4. Describe amplifier usage. 5. Describe maintenance and storage guidelines. 10 10 I. Production Work 1. Describe steps of the production process. 3. Identify stages of production. 4. Describe various types of production. 90 90 TOTALS Standards supported in this class are: Reading - Vocabulary 1.1 Work Usage (9-10) 1.2 Apply Knowledge of Terms (11-12) Reading - Comprehension 2.1 Consumer Materials (8) 2.1 Workplace Documents (9-10) 2.2 Workplace Documents (11-12) Writing - Strategies 1.1 Coherent Thesis (9-10) 1.2 Precise Language (9-10) 1.3 Suitable Research (9-10)
1.4 Main Ideas & Support Evidence (9-10) 1.8 Graphics Presentations (9-10) 1.9 Revise Writing (9-10) Writing - Applications 2.3 Business Letters (9-10) 2.4 Technical Documents (9-10) 2.5 Job Applications & Resumes (11-12) 2.6 Multimedia Presentations (11-12) Writing - Conventions 1.0 English Usage(11-12) 1.1 Legible Work (11-12) Listening & Speaking 1.6 Clear Thesis (9-10) 1.7 Props & Visual Aids (9-10) 1.8 Techniques (9-10) 1.3 Interpret & Evaluate (11-12) Speaking - Applications 2.3 Interview Techniques (9-10) 2.4 Multimedia Presentations (11-12) Page 6 of 6 Video Production I