Southern Regional School District: Modern Media Program


Modern Media Program - Courses Home > SNN > Modern Media Program Television Broadcasting 101: Full Year Grade 8 Have you ever wondered how television programs are produced? Well, someone has to write a script, use a camera to video tape the program, act, edit the video tape, create special effects, etc. This class will teach you how to use your creativity to produce television programming that others will enjoy. Open to eighth grade students only, this course will give you countless ways to use your creativity. You could be cameraman, sports commentator, video editor, actor, writer, news anchor, etc. Join a group of imaginative students who will learn how to produce effective, enjoyable television programming. 1652 INTRODUCTION TO TV PRODUCTION: ELECTRONIC MEDIA Full Year Grades 10-12 5 Credits Students are given hands-on professional experience through pre-production, production, and post production. The course will incorporate an introduction to camera operations, role-playing, script writing, directing, critical analysis, storyboarding, and linear and non-linear editing. Career opportunities and historical perspectives within the broadcasting field are explored. 1662 INTERMEDIATE TV PRODUCTION: PROGRAM PACKAGING Full Year Grade 11-12 5 Credits Prerequisite: Completion of Modern Media and teacher recommendation Television Production techniques will be expanded upon through usage of production crews. Students will be expected to execute production meetings, maintain schedules, shoot footage in a professional manner, keep editing logs, utilize, iMovie, and meet deadlines. Students will be responsible for producing programming for the Southern Regional television Network. Through this hands-on classroom experience, students will be given preparation for the professional work environment. 1670 ADVANCED TV PRODUCTION: FIELD EXPERIENCE Full Year Grade 12 5 Credits Prerequisite: Completion of Advanced Modern Media and teacher recommendation become a professional television producer. Students shall be responsible for the conception and execution of individual productions. They are responsible for all production personnel, the coordination of production elements, operation of Final Cut Pro, and transforming scripts into effective programs. The class is designed to enhance multi-tasking, group dynamics, critical thinking, time management, trouble-shooting, and personal ownership.