Media Communications Technology
Today’s technology gives us more chances to reach out to the world than ever before. Students will learn how to use these technologies as well as traditional methods to impact their future and career. Students will be challenged to test these technologies in changing the way they think and work together. They will learn to be the designers in an ever changing world.
Software to be covered: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premier, Audition, DreamWeaver, and Flash; NetObjects Fusion; Publisher; Blender; Sculptris
Topics covered:
Conceptual design process
Product redesign
Typography
Logo design
Introduction to advertising
Computer management /systems
Marketing and production
Vector design/tools/attributes/layers
Public speaking and presentations
Audio technology
Principles of film
Studio photography
Camera operation
Print processing
Digital photography
Developing a portfolio
Silk screen/airbrush
Web page design
CD multi media
Business development
Media ethics
Digital advertising
Composition methods
Digital imaging/presentations
Desktop publishing
Game design/concept
Belmont Career and Technical Education Center
Ellicottville Career and Technical Education Center
Olean Career and Technical Education Center
The Media Communications program has been designed to give students the technical skills and hands-on experience they need to pursue a wide range of interests and opportunities. Every aspect of the Media Communications course is influenced by a team of industry leaders who know firsthand what is needed to be successful in the entry level work force or for further education.
As a student you will have the opportunity to work with a broad spectrum of internship options. You will be able to apply your knowledge and understanding to solve communications goals and needs in your internship. Media students will be prepared for exciting careers and studies in design, advertising, illustration, photography, video and audio technology as well as web animation and game design. Students are required to create a professional portfolio showcasing their knowledge and experiences.
Students will be assessed based on work performance task sheets, participation, workplace skills, and interaction in the classroom as well as written assessments.
Students take the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) Exam in Visual Communications and Multimedia Design.
Assessment is also done by a final hard copy or web-based portfolio.
May earn New York State Technical Endorsement on high school diploma
The Media Communications program prepares students for exciting careers in graphic design, advertising, illustration, photography, video technology, web design, audio technology, animation, game technology and a vast array of other employment opportunities related to communications. Job opportunities exist in various fields. Locally, many artists work for themselves or contract with companies. Others work in public relations or communications offices for colleges, hospitals, schools, agencies, towns or businesses.
Graphic Design $38-$59,000
Advertising $43-$62,000
Illustrator $45-$62,000
Photographer $43- $63,000
Web design $48-$70,000
Videographer $47-$72,000
Animator $39-$56,000
Source: Monster.com salary wizard
Math, Science, ELA, Communication Skills, Introductory Computer Class, Art, Technology.
Earn 7 credits including:
1 Integrated ELA
1 Specialized Math
1 Specialized Science
| Art Institute of Pittsburgh | Possibility of 15 credits total, 3 credits each for: WS 121 (Fundamentals of the World Wide Web) GD 133 (Digital Image Manipulation) GD 121 (Concept Development) CC 310 (Photography) GD 230 (Digital Illustration) (based on student achievement) |
| Bryant & Stratton | Up to 6 credits for combination of following (3 credits each): GRAD 100 (Introduction to Design) INMD 100 (Introduction to Web Design) BUSS 100 (Business Principles) And 3 credits for INFT 111 (Intro to Information Tech) based on score on Computer Literacy Placement Evaluation |
| Erie Community College | 2 credits for GA101 (Orientation to Graphics) |
| Pittsburgh Technical Institute | 4 credits for GDA 121 (Typography 1) |
| SUNY Cobleskill |
4-6 credits total: |
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