Performance Arts: Writing & Directing for the Camera

Shoreline College ETPL

The Writing and Directing for the Camera Certificate of Proficiency prepares students to direct and write for films, TV, and other digital video programs. Shoreline Community College works closely with local advisory committees comprised of industry professionals to ensure students receive the knowledge and skills currently in demand by employers in the field. This program provides basic theory and hands-on experience in all phases of using digital production and post-production equipment. This training includes the use of digital video cameras, lighting equipment, as well as field audio and digital editing equipment. Additionally, there is a special focus on scriptwriting, pre-production planning, working with actors, managing a set and production, and professional studio and film set protocol. Skill with video editing and post-production hardware and software applications (AVID and Final Cut Pro) will be emphasized. The program includes the production of video and digital film products under the supervision of professional producers, directors of photography, directors, and editors. Additionally, there is outreach to the community for projects and internships.

Financial information

Total tuition

$9,232.31

Total required fees

$300.00

Books and supplies

$350.00

Locations

Shoreline

Instructional methods

In-person Primary Location

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

No

Program details

2 Years

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

76

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

Certificate of Proficiency

Education Prerequisites

None

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

N/A

Is this program approved to train veterans?

No

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.

Top industries for graduates

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.

Careers for graduates

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.