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MGD Video Production

Pikes Peak State College

Short-Term CertificateCIP: 50.0601

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Colorado Springs, Colorado

    5675 S Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80906-5498

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Active ListeningSpeakingMonitoringReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingCoordinationJudgment and Decision MakingSocial PerceptivenessWritingComplex Problem SolvingNegotiationTime ManagementInstructingLearning StrategiesActive Learning

Knowledge

Communications and MediaEnglish LanguageComputers and ElectronicsTelecommunicationsAdministration and ManagementEngineering and TechnologyCustomer and Personal ServicePersonnel and Human ResourcesFine ArtsEducation and TrainingPsychology

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionOral ExpressionNear VisionWritten ComprehensionWritten ExpressionProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningSpeech ClarityOriginalityInductive ReasoningSpeech RecognitionFluency of IdeasFar VisionInformation Ordering

Tasks

  • Switch between video sources in a studio or on multi-camera remotes, using equipment such as switche
  • Observe pictures through monitors and direct camera and video staff concerning shading and compositi
  • Supervise and assign duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of radio and tele
  • Coordinate the use of drone technology for aerial filming and photography.
  • Audition and interview performers to match their attributes to specific roles or to increase the poo
  • Prepare actors for auditions by providing scripts and information about roles and casting requiremen
  • Select performers for roles or submit lists of suitable performers to producers or directors for fin
  • Operate and maintain on-air and production audio equipment.
  • Check completed program logs for accuracy and conformance with Federal Communications Commission (FC
  • Read news, read or record public service and promotional announcements, or perform other on-air duti
  • Plan details such as framing, composition, camera movement, sound, and actor movement for each shot
  • Communicate to actors the approach, characterization, and movement needed for each scene in such a w
  • Direct live broadcasts, films and recordings, or non-broadcast programming for public entertainment
  • Explain and demonstrate artistic techniques.
  • Evaluate and grade students' class work, performances, projects, assignments, and papers.
  • Prepare students for performances, exams, or assessments.
  • Direct theater productions.
  • Mentor students.

Technology

Video creation and editing softwareMusic or sound editing softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareWeb page creation and editing softwareDocument management softwareProject management softwareData base user interface and query softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareElectronic mail softwareOperating system softwareHuman resources softwareDevelopment environment software

Tools

Analog editing systemsAudio boardsCamera control unitsDesktop computersDigital editing systemsDigital video camerasDigital video effects unitsLaptop computersLinear editing systemsMaster control switchersNon-linear editing systemsPersonal computersRobotic camerasStudio lightingTape machinesComputer data input scannersDigital video disk DVD playersLaser facsimile machinesMulti-line telephone systemsTablet computersAudio signal processorsDigital audio recordersEmergency alert system EAS equipmentEmergency communications scannersSound mixing consolesApple iMacsApple iPadsDell NotebooksElectronic news gathering ENG camerasGrass Valley Ignite Automated Production System

Work Values

IndependenceSupportWorking ConditionsRecognitionRelationshipsAchievement
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Media Technical Directors/Managers27-2012.05
  • Talent Directors27-2012.04
  • Media Programming Directors27-2012.03
  • Producers and Directors27-2012.00
  • Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary25-1121.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Short-Term Certificate)

  • Video switcher controls and basic transition types — identify and operate under direct supervision during a live studio production.
  • Camera monitors and picture quality indicators — observe and report shading or composition issues to a senior director in a multi-camera environment.
  • Broadcast equipment including cameras, microphones, and lighting — test for proper operation using established checklists before a scheduled program.
  • Station policies and broadcast regulations — review and apply under supervisor guidance to ensure a single program segment meets compliance standards.
  • Technical terminology and department roles — recognize and use accurately when relaying messages between engineering and production staff.
  • Video creation and editing software — perform basic tasks such as importing footage and applying transitions under the guidance of an experienced technical director.
  • Remote production equipment setup — assist in configuring switchers and monitors at a field location under the direction of a lead technician.
  • Audio and video signal flow — trace and describe within a studio control room environment to support troubleshooting activities led by senior staff.
  • Equipment training materials and operating manuals — read and comprehend in preparation for operating broadcast tools in a supervised studio setting.
  • Shift logs and technical reports — complete accurately using standard templates to document equipment status and program events during a broadcast shift.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
89%
Placement Rate
67%