DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS (AUDIO/VISUAL PRODUCTION)

The Digital Communications: Audio/Video Production Program of Study explores all aspects of the production process, including writing, filming and editing. Students will be exposed to a wide range of media genres such as podcasting, film-making, broadcast journalism and other on-line content creation. Work created by students will be shared and published on a variety of platforms, including both on and off campus. Students should be creative problem solvers, self- motivated, and task-oriented. Those in upper level classes will be expected to produce content outside of regular school hours.

Industry-Based Certification Opportunities

•  Adobe Certified Profesional in Digital Video Using Adobe Premiere Pro

Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs)

• SkillsUSA
• National Technical Honor Society

The Arts, A/V Technology and Communications (AAVTC) cluster focuses on careers in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services. Careers in the AAVTC Career Cluster® require a creative aptitude, a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong academic foundation, and a proficiency in oral and written communication.

Continuous Public Notification of Non-Discrimination

Dickinson ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Bryan Miller, Title IX Coordinator; 2218 FN 517 East, Dickinson, TX  77539; rcobb@dickinsonisd.org; (281) 229-6000.