NPC's Film and Digital Video program trains students in the art of video production for a career in motion pictures, broadcasting, online websites and more. Foundational courses in the history and theory of film, as well as film aesthetics, pave the way for hands-on courses in the art and craft of several fields of video production, including lighting, cinematography, sound, screenwriting and editing. reel” for entry into the professional world of film/video.
- For more information about this program, please contact an NPC Academic Advisor. Also see the current NPC College Catalog and class schedule.
Labs and Classrooms
Students enrolled in NAVIT and several local high schools may be eligible for dual enrollment credit while pursuing a Film and Digital Video AAS degree from NPC.
The Visual Communications Fundamentals Certificate of Proficiency is currently only available as dual-enrollment at participating high schools.
Supplies / Tools
Students work with Adobe Premiere Pro software, an industry standard, and the latest digital tools to produce their own video work, which acts as a résumé or "short reel."
Job Outlook
You don't have to move to Hollywood to be successful in the film industry. Today, video making is more accessible than ever with the relatively low cost of technology. As the equipment gets smaller and less expensive, there’s more opportunity to create high-quality videos for a local band, business, wedding or event. The Phoenix area is the eighth-largest employer of camera operators for television, video and motion pictures.
Potential Job Titles
Camera operator, videographer, audio or sound technician, lighting director, video editor, producer, director, grip, best boy, graphic designer, pre-press technician.
Articulations
Although this is not a transfer degree, some of NPC's film and digital video courses may transfer to the state's three public universities and other colleges. Check with an NPC academic advisor and AZTransfer.com to see which NPC courses may be accepted for transfer credit. Always work with an academic advisor at the college or university you plan to attend to ensure courses you complete at NPC will transfer.
Locations
Contact Information
1611 S. Main St.
Performing Arts Center, Room 117
Snowflake,
AZ 85937
Northland Pioneer College
Northland Pioneer College
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