Filmmaking, CSC

PURPOSE: This one-year program prepares students for entry-level jobs in digital filmmaking.  This program is offered at the Midlothian Campus. All career-technical degrees are guided by input from local business leaders. All career-technical degrees are guided by advisory committees comprised of local business leaders.

CREDENTIALS:  A Career Studies Certificate (CSC) is a program of study typically less than one year in length with a major in a career-technical area. Students receiving a CSC intend to pursue immediate employment.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet Brightpoint admission requirements. New students should work with their New Student Navigator to get ready for their first semester. They can also email getstarted@brightpoint.edu for assistance. Continuing students should work with their faculty advisor on academic planning and graduation requirements.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES: By the completion of this program, students will be expected to demonstrate an introductory level of competency in the following skills:

1. Produce an edited film sequence utilizing various film editing and postproduction techniques.
2. Create a short screenplay utilizing visual writing techniques and industry standard formatting.
3. Execute a body of artwork utilizing various lighting and filmmaking techniques.