Mission: The mission of this program is to train students for employment in the television production industry. The course prepares students for entry-level employment in broadcast TV stations, cable operations, production houses as well as many other emerging technical fields.

Program I100104 consists of a planned sequence of courses.

Studio Assistant - Course RTT0514 (450 hours) – Content includes an introduction to TV and video production; skills and techniques of studio equipment; routine maintenance of studio and field equipment; operation and techniques of videography and electronic news gathering and production, and knowledge of remote commercial production and off-line editing. Laboratory activities are an integral part of the instruction.  All courses are taught using some of the same equipment used at broadcast facilities all over the country, including some of the latest state-of-the-art digital production equipment.

Studio Technician - Course RTT0516 (450 hours) – This instruction continues to build on the knowledge base established in the previous course. Students develop and complete more complex projects using communication and leadership skills, and safe and efficient work practices in preparation for assuming additional responsibilities for overall TV studio productions, including scripting, lighting, filming and directing, electronic news gathering, and field production.

Studio Technician/Edit Assistant - Course RTT0518 (450 hours) – Content continues to a more advanced level building on previous courses. Students will work independently to exercise proficiency in one or more specialty areas of a TV production, including production of a TV program from a written script.

TV Production/Edit Technician - Course RTT0520 (300 hours) – Instruction builds upon previous courses, with students performing in more independent specialized areas of TV production. Emphasis will be placed on successful demonstration of responsibility for all aspects of a TV production specialty start to finish, and the ability to utilize computer manipulated digital equipment and the digital signal process. Cooperative training opportunities are offered, with the instructor’s recommendation.

Special Admission Requirements: Due to the physical nature of the work, students must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds, and may be required to stand or sit for extended periods of time.

Distance Education:  Not available at this time

Articulation Agreement(s):  St. Petersburg College Digital Arts, Media and Interactive program and Design – Digital Video Production program

St. Petersburg College Industrial Management Technology, A.A.S. Degree