VIDEO, SOUND, & MUSIC PRODUCTION
A CENTRAL MONTCO TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM
CLASS INTERVIEWS
Student Goal:
In our industry, one of our most important skills is the ability to communicate ideas as well with others such as clients or co-workers. Some of us have the natural ability to work well and communicate with others, but others are shy and anxious and need to develop their skills. This assignment will introduce you to other students in class and also start you on your journey of learning how to present and communicate effectively.
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Student Objective:
To develop better communication and team-building skills, while also getting to know your classmates.​
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Program Tasks Covered:
704 Use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources collaboratively.
705 Determine strategies for success in multimedia projects.
706 Create, format, and present media presentations.
904 Create a file management system.
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Total Hours To Complete:
(10 Days - 20 Hours)
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Section 2: Story Telling and Script Writing
Student Goal:
To understand the structure and components of compelling visual storytelling.
Student Objective:
Write an original 5 page script using proper format, including dialogue and action descriptions, while applying story structure principles.
Program Tasks Covered:
601 Use various script formats (e.g., radio, 2-column, screenplay).
608 Apply story-telling concepts to a project.
Total Hours to Complete:
20 Hours
Section 3: Camera Operations
Student Goal:
To gain hands-on experience operating video cameras for different shot types.
Student Objective:
Demonstrate proficiency with camera settings, stabilization equipment, and composition techniques in a filmed scene.
Program Tasks Covered:
406 Demonstrate the proper use of support systems (e.g., monopod, tripod)
609 Apply frame rates, aspect ratio, and resolution.
610 Operate a video camera.
611 Apply white balance procedures.
613 Apply the principles of motion (including: pan, tilt, zoom, dolly truck, arc, and pedestal).
Total Hours to Complete:
20 Hours
Section 4: Candy Ad
Student Goal:
To develop and produce a short commercial targeted toward a specific audience.
Student Objective:
Create a branded ad with visual storytelling, product shots, and original voiceover or soundtrack.
Program Tasks Covered:
602 Develop a storyboard and a shot list.
604 Use video effects, audio effects, and transitions.
605 Add titles and graphical elements to a video production.
606 Export finished project for distribution.
710 Develop, publish, and present an advertising campaign.
711 Produce media for an intended target audience, including those with disabilities.
Total Hours to Complete:
20 Hours
Section 5: Movie Trailer
Student Goal:
To practice narrative editing and pacing in a condensed promotional format.
Student Objective:
Shoot and edit a mock trailer for an original or spoof film, incorporating dramatic storytelling and high-impact visuals.
Program Tasks Covered:
305 Apply the principles of visual composition (including: rule of thirds, 180-degree rule, framing, depth of field, angles, balance, and hierarchy).
615 Apply color correction and color grading to postproduction.
617 Apply three-point lighting.
Total Hours to Complete:
20 Hours
Section 6: Music Video
Student Goal:
To sync visual storytelling with music using performance and narrative techniques.
Student Objective:
Plan, shoot, and edit a full music video integrating beat-matching and visual rhythm.
Program Tasks Covered:
602 Develop a storyboard and a shot list.
603 Import, transfer, and organize media into editing software
Total Hours to Complete:
20 Hours
Section 7: Personal Documentary
Student Goal:
To reflect on and present a personal story using documentary techniques.
Student Objective:
Film and edit a short video that authentically explores a personal experience or identity topic.
Program Tasks Covered:
701 Create and manage a production schedule
706 Create format and present media presentation.
709 Participate in ongoing critiques of media projects.
Total Hours to Complete:
20 Hours
Section 8: Multi Camera Editing Project
Student Goal:
To gain experience editing footage from multiple camera angles and syncing with audio.
Student Objective:
Use editing software to align and switch between camera angles for a live-style performance.
Program Tasks Covered:
603 Import, transfer, and organize media into editing software.
604 Use video effects, audio effects, and transitions.
605 Add titles and graphical elements to a video production.
606 Export finished project for distribution.
Total Hours to Complete:
10 Hours
Section 9: HTML/ Portfolio Website
Student Goal:
To create a professional digital portfolio using web technologies.
Student Objective:
Design and publish a personal website with embedded media, project descriptions, and contact info.
Program Tasks Covered:
501 Identify hypertext markup language (HTML) elements.
502 Integrate graphics and links to an HTML page.
503 Identify properties of typography in HTML and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS).
504 Identify concepts of responsive Web Design (e.g., cell phone, tablet, desktop).
505 Create, publish, and manage a supervised site (e.g., social media site, website, wiki, blog).
506 Identify network protocols (e.g., file transfer protocol (FTP), simple mail transfer protocol (SMTP), hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP)).
Total Hours to Complete:
20 Hours
Section 10: PRO DAW and Radio Edit
Student Goal:
Editing content for broadcast is one of the most fundamental skills for any engineer. In this project, you'll learn several ways to edit audio, file management skills, how to execute fades & crossfades, Shuffle Mode & Slip Mode, and basic Pro Tools operation.
Student Objective:
Create a radio-friendly audio mix using EQ, compression, and non-linear editing tools.
Program Tasks Covered:
607 Identify types of microphones and pickup patterns.
612 Monitor and record proper audio levels.
616 Apply equalization and compression to audio postproduction.
Total Hours to Complete:
10 Hours
Section 11: PSA
Student Goal:
To plan and produce a public service announcement on a meaningful issue.
Student Objective:
Research and deliver a short media message to inform or persuade a specific audience.
Program Tasks Covered:
704 Use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources collaboratively.
710 Develop, publish, and present an advertising campaign.
711 Produce media for an intended target audience, including those with disabilities.
Total Hours to Complete:
20 Hours
Section 12: Found Sounds
Student Goal:
To explore sound design and non-traditional audio recording.
Student Objective:
Capture, manipulate, and arrange non-musical sounds to create an ambient composition.
Program Tasks Covered:
612 Monitor and record proper audio levels.
614 Apply principles of sound (including: harmony, melody, rhythm, ambient, diegetic, and non-diegetic).
Total Hours to Complete:
20 Hours
Section 13: Radio Narrative/ Song Production
Student Goal:
To write and produce a complete narrative or musical piece using audio tools.
Student Objective:
Develop a song or story using multi-track editing, voiceover, and sound design
Program Tasks Covered:
612 Monitor and record proper audio levels.
614 Apply principles of sound (including: harmony, melody, rhythm, ambient, diegetic, and non-diegetic).
614 Apply principles of sound (including: harmony, melody, rhythm, ambient, diegetic, and non-diegetic).
Total Hours to Complete:
20 hours
Section 14: Sound Replacement for Film
Student Goal:
To learn how to enhance video with post-production sound techniques, Including Foley and ADR.
Student Objective:
Replace all dialogue, sound effects, and ambient sounds for a given video clip.
Program Tasks Covered:
604 Use video and audio effects and transitions.
612 Monitor and record proper audio levels.
614 Apply principles of sound (including: harmony, melody, rhythm, ambient, diegetic, and non-diegetic).
614 Apply principles of sound (including: harmony, melody, rhythm, ambient, diegetic, and non-diegetic).
Total Hours to Complete:
20 Hours
Section 15: Video Podcast
Student Goal:
To plan and record a professional-style podcast using multiple cameras, graphics, and audio recorded in a DAW
Student Objective:
Create a structured episode with graphics, audio mixing, and multi-cam video elements.
Program Tasks Covered:
603 Import, transfer, and organize media into editing software.
604 Use video and audio effects and transitions.
605 Add titles and graphical elements to a video production.
606 Export finished project for distribution.
610 Demonstrate the proper operation of a video camera.
611 Apply white balance procedures to the production environment.
612 Monitor and record proper audio levels.
616 Apply equalization and compression to audio postproduction.
709 Participate in a critique (including graphic design, video, web, and photo).
Total Hours to Complete:
20 Hours
Section 16: Self Branding
Student Goal:
To build a personal brand with professional materials and consistent style.
Student Objective:
Design and assemble a self-marketing package including logo, website, and promotional video or audio.
Program Tasks Covered:
204 Produce a logo using thumbnails, roughs, and comprehensives.
505 Create, publish, and manage a supervised site (e.g., social media site, website, wiki, blog).
708 Create a self-marketing package (including portfolio, demo reel, and resume).
Total Hours to Complete:
40 Hours