Media Communications

Students enrolled in the Media Communications program develop the necessary skills to be successful in the work place or post-secondary education. Using state of the art technology, students create a wide array of media projects while gaining necessary job skills.

Students develop a portfolio emphasizing their creative talents and technical skills including mastery of computer systems, software, cameras, and lighting. Students create photographic and video projects for the school, civic groups, and business clients.

The program emphasizes a “hands on” curriculum which covers topics such as: digital imaging, portraiture, photo composition, lighting, animation, web page design, digital audio, video scripting/storyboarding, videography, EFP video, studio production, digital nonlinear editing, 3D animation, and multimedia CD ROM production. Career opportunities include photographers, radio announcers, and videographers.

Program Specifics

Full Day One-Year Program
8:05 A.M.- 2:10 P.M. (36 weeks // 7.5 credits)

CIP Code
50.0602

Instructor
Mr. Tom Giovarelli

Program Costs
Students are required to purchase the following at an estimated cost of $100:

Uniform
CFR Digital Memory Card
CPC Test

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Student Certifications

NOCTI

National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) provides industry-based credentials and partner industry certifications for students enrolled in career and technical education programs.

College Articulation and Credits

College Credit Opportunities

The Art Institute of Pittsburgh

Articulations

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Career Opportunities

Students can be employed while in high school through the Cooperative Education program. Qualified students may obtain paid employment after successful completion of classroom training. This program expands the school curriculum by providing students with additional skills through supervised work experience at local businesses. The employment is scheduled during the time the student would be in attendance at the Career and Technology Center.

CAREER PATHS

Photographer
Videographer
Audio/Visual Technician
Graphic Artist
Multimedia Artists & Animators

GRADUATES EMPLOYED BY:

Good Morning America
Scott Church Photography
WLBR

Salary Ranges

Position	PA Projected Employment Growth 2014-2024	Entry Salary	Avg PA Salary	Experienced Salary
Photographer	-2%	$18,510	$34,260	$42,130
Videographer	5%	$22,500	$44,800	$55,950
Multimedia Artists and Animators	2%	$38,420	$66,800	$80,990
Audio/Visual Technician	12%	$27,610	$43,260	$51,090