Arts, A/V Technology & Communications
Arts, A/V Technology & Communications
Do you like to perform in front of an audience? Are you a visual person or like to work with productions and technology?
The Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communication Cluster consists of careers involving the design, production, performance and/or the publication of audio, visual, and data communications. People in these occupations use creativity to develop and spread messages through media, including visual arts, broadcast and video, performing arts, printed materials and digital systems.
Education Pathway
Middle School CTE Courses
- Digital Information Technology (BTMS, ITMS)
- Fundamentals of A/V and Print Technology (BTMS)
High School CTE Courses
- Digital Media/Multimedia Foundations (FPCHS, MHS)
- Digital Video Technology (FPCHS)
Postsecondary Certificates
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Commercial Art Technology
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3D Animation Technology
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Graphic Communications and Printing Technology
Associate Degrees
- Fashion Design
- Graphic Arts Technology
- Music Production Technology
Bachelor Degrees
- Computer Animation
- Graphic Communication Arts
- Radio and Television Communications
Industry Certifications
- Adobe Certified Associate Photoshop
- Adobe Certified Associate InDesign
- Adobe Certified Associate Illustrator
- Adobe Certified Associate Premiere Pro
- Microsoft Office Specialist
Clubs and Activities to Explore
- Band/Choir
- Dance
- Photography
- Drama Club
- Theater
- School Newspaper
- Yearbook
Career Possibilities
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Operate television, video, or motion picture cameras to record images or scenes for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures.
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Edit moving images on film, video, or other media. May edit or synchronize soundtracks with images.
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Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.
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Create special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products or creations, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.
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Speak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio or television. May announce artist or title of performance, identify station, or interview guests.
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Collect and analyze facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation, or observation. Report and write stories for newspapers, news magazines, radio, or television.