2020-2021 College Catalog

Camera Assistant TCC

Camera Assistant TCC (Major Code: CA21)

Program Description

The Camera Assistant certificate is designed to prepare students for employment in video and film production. Students will learn the technical aspects of assisting video and film camera operators through classroom and hands-on productions projects. The technical courses apply to the diploma and degree in the Media Production Technology program.

Career Information

Occupation

Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film

Career Projections

The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 12% nationally and 15% in the State of Georgia over the next several years. Estimated salaries in this field start at $35,000 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually.

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Admission Requirements

General College Admissions Requirements

Program Contact Information

Karen Shacham

Director, Design and Media Production

Academic Building C1110V

kshacham@atlantatech.edu

404-225-4552

Program Length and Cost

Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 3 Terms

Credit Hours: 20

Estimated Program Cost: $3,026

Course Outline

 

Occupational Courses (20 Credits)

DMPT 1055Intro to Media Technology

4

DMPT 1600Intro. Video Production

4

DMPT 2600Basic Video Editing

4

DMPT 2800Intermediate Video Production

4

DMPT 2805Narrative Flimmaking

4

Total Credit Hours: 20

 

Program Outcomes

1. The graduate will be able to demonstrate the ability to communicate with camera operators and peers in a professional manner.
2. The graduate will be able to demonstrate the ability to assist camera operators with handling professional equipment.
3. The graduate will be able to demonstrate the ability to follow video and film production protocol.