The Video Production: Foundational Techniques & Tools Certificate prepares learners to explore the foundational concepts and tools used in professional video production. Offered 100% online or in person, the coursework emphasizes both the creative and technical sides of production as learners develop essential entry-level skills in story planning, visual composition, lighting, audio, editing, and digital camera operation.
The program introduces industry-standard workflows while fostering creative problem-solving through a structured, feedback-driven learning environment to guide learner progress and ensure steady skill development. This certificate is designed for learners interested in gaining practical, entry-level experience in video production or exploring the field before pursuing the full Video Production Associate Degree. Learners build a solid foundation in pre-production planning, creative development, and technical production techniques applicable to a range of media and communication settings.
Courses for this program may be available at a variety of campus locations through multiple modes of delivery if you meet the admission requirements and prerequisites.
* Campus and online availability of courses and programs may be subject to change.
Graduates will be able to…
Some of the potential careers graduates can pursue are:
The Video Production: Foundational Techniques & Tools Certificate is a 5 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.
Credit for Prior Learning Available
* College 101 (10-890-165) is not part of the program credit requirements but is a College Requirement for graduation that must be passed with a “C” or better.
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Completing the Video Production: Foundational Techniques & Tools Certificate Earns You:
8% of the total credits in the Video Production Associate Degree (5 of 61 credits)
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