The Digital Media Technology program at CV Tech prepares students for video production and digital communication. Students will create various media pieces using Apple computers and a variety of software. All students will learn how to fly a drone and have the opportunity to become licensed. Video Production students will focus on Adobe Premiere and After Effects while Digital Communications students will learn how to create marketing pieces using Adobe Photoshop and InDesign, as well as online digital marketing through social media.

Occupations

  • Production Assistant
  • Digital Media Specialist
  • Photographer
  • Marketing Assistant

Entry Level Salary Range

  • $14.00-$20.00 per hour

Licensure/Certification

Adobe Certified Associate:
  • InDesign
  • Photoshop
  • Premiere Pro
FAA Certification:
  • Recreational Flyer
  • Commercial Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)

Students will create a professional portfolio or demo reel

Resources

  • Gmetrix
  • AccuSkills
  • Stukent

Local Program

Multimedia Specialist, 9540/9541

Option 1 Digital Communications
Option 2 Video Producer

CoursesHoursOCAS
Fundamentals of Technology1208169
Art and Science of Photography/Video120 
Multimedia & Image Management Techniques1208150
Digital Editing and Production120 
Social Media Marketing Option 1
Video and Television Production Option 2		80 
Non-Linear Digital Editing80 
Desktop Publishing and Graphic Design Option 1
Audio Production Option 2		1208149
Marketing and Advertising Option 1
Non Linear Digital Production Option 2		120 
Digital Media Production20 
Capstone60 
Total Hours960 

Suggested Entry Level Skills

  • 8th grade reading and math levels

Instructor and Program Information

I am happy to speak with students/parents (for students under 18) about grades, learning progress, classroom behavior, or any other questions or concerns you may have about my class. Email is the easiest way to contact me; I check email daily and try to respond within 24 hours. You can also call after school (3:15-4:15) to speak to me.

Grading

Grades are calculated based on total points.

Instructional Methods

Students are expected to meet the course goals and demonstrate their understanding of specific concepts. Various instructional strategies will be used: lecture, textbooks, digital handouts, hands-on practice with manipulatives, class discussions, Internet tutorials, leadership activities, guest speakers and special projects. Students will work independently and in groups. Assignments require students to use academic skills of reading, writing and math along with technical skills.

Safety

  • Students are required to pass a safety test with a grade of 100%
  • Safe operation of equipment and safe work habits will ensure the personal well being of students
  • Students must wear appropriate personal protective equipment for the task they are doing
  • Report any malfunction of equipment to the instructor immediately
  • Do not move or tamper with equipment; the equipment is set up and arranged in a necessary manner

Substitute

  • Follow all class policies and procedures; comply with substitute requests even if different from normal routine
  • Students will remain in class; no passes out of the room unless a student is requested by the office
  • For safety reasons; some programs may limit access to the shop or lab when there is a substitute
  • Help the substitute in any way you can and be a positive representative of CV Tech

Program Expectations

  • Speak kindly. Good communication with peers and instructors is an important skill. Actions such as gossiping, inappropriate joking, cursing, derogatory remarks, and disruptions are unprofessional and will not be tolerated.

  • Arrive ready. When the bell rings, be in assigned seat and in uniform (if required).

  • Time on task. Spend time on task: participate in instructional activities, follow directions, work with peers, etc.

  • Clean. A clean work space is necessary for safety. Every student will clean as they go and clean at the end of the day.

  • Ask for help. It is normal to have questions about difficult sections of learning. Please ask for help by raising your hand to have a section explained again or ask to step into the office if you would like to speak privately.

  • Track progress. Students will use a plan of study to track their progress. Failing to meet deadlines will result in zeros.

  • Break Time. Use your break for personal business (restroom, phone calls, food, drink); you must go to the break area.

  • Cell phones. While cell phones are convenient, they are a distraction to your learning. Please put them on silent and put them in the designated location. Refer to the CVTC Student Handbook for the school policy.

  • Professional behavior. Display professional behavior at all times; this means no horseplay, yelling, etc.

  • Solve problems. If a discipline problem should arise, the steps below will be followed:
    1st Incident – Warning and in class student/teacher conference to find a solution to the problem
    2nd Incident – Student/teacher conference and parent notification
    3rd Incident – Parent/student/teacher conference; conference may include administrator or counselor as needed
    4th Incident – Administrator notified and consequence to be determined
    Severe disruptions or repeated problem behavior will result in removal from class and administrator notification

CV Tech Student Handbook Topics

The instructor will discuss the following topics in the student handbook. The handbook can be accessed at cvtech.edu.

  • Daily Schedule
  • Attendance and Tardies
  • School Property and Textbooks
  • Supplies and Fees (fees for adults only)
  • Dress Code
  • Break Time
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Student Organizations
  • Work-Based Learning

DETAILS

The Digital Media Technology program at CV Tech prepares students for video production and digital communication. Students will create various media pieces using Apple computers and a variety of software. All students will learn photography and digital editing. Video Production students will focus on Adobe Premiere and After Effects while Digital Communications students will learn how to create marketing pieces using Adobe Photoshop and InDesign, as well as online digital marketing through social media.

OCCUPATIONS

  • Production Assistant
  • Digital Media Specialist
  • Photographer
  • Marketing Assistant

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS

Adobe Certified Associate:

  • InDesign
  • Photoshop
  • Premiere Pro

Drone Certification:

  • Recreational Flyer
  • Commercial
  • Unmanned Aerial
  • Systems (UAS)

Students will create a professional portfolio or demo reel

MULTIMEDIA SPECIALIST

Option 1 Digital Communications
Option 2 Video Producer

CoursesHours
Fundamentals of Technology120
Art and Science of Photography/Video120
Multimedia & Image Management Techniques120
Digital Editing and Production 120
Social Media Marketing Option 1
Video and Television Production Option 2		80
Non-Linear Digital Editing80
Desktop Publishing and Graphic Design Option 1
Audio Production Option 2		120
Marketing and Advertising Option 1
Non Linear Digital Production Option 2		120
Digital Media Production20
Capstone60
Total Hours960
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