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Professional Photo and Video

Red Rocks Community College

CertificateCIP: 50.0406

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Lakewood, Colorado

    13300 W Sixth Ave, Lakewood, Colorado, 80228-1255

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populated·from O*NET via SOC 27-4021.00

Skills

Active ListeningSpeakingMonitoringReading ComprehensionService OrientationSocial PerceptivenessComplex Problem SolvingCritical ThinkingInstructingLearning StrategiesActive LearningWriting

Knowledge

Communications and MediaCustomer and Personal ServiceSales and MarketingComputers and ElectronicsAdministration and ManagementFine ArtsEducation and TrainingEnglish LanguagePsychology

Abilities

Near VisionOral ExpressionOriginalityOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionFluency of IdeasVisualizationFar VisionVisual Color DiscriminationProblem SensitivityWritten ExpressionSpeech ClaritySpeech RecognitionInductive Reasoning

Tasks

  • Adjust apertures, shutter speeds, and camera focus according to a combination of factors, such as li
  • Create artificial light, using flashes and reflectors.
  • Determine desired images and picture composition, selecting and adjusting subjects, equipment, and l
  • Engage in research to learn technological developments and techniques or to develop new photographic procedures and materials.
  • Operate drones to capture aerial photographs and videos, following all regulatory guidelines.
  • 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

Document management softwareVideo creation and editing softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareDesktop publishing softwareOperating system softwareMusic or sound editing softwareWeb page creation and editing software

Tools

Board reflectorsBubble machinesCamera cleaning brushesCamera flash attachmentsCamera positioning tripodsComputer inkjet printersComputer laser printersContact print framesDarkroom thermometersDarkroom timersDigital pensDigital photo printersDigital still camerasDimmersDye sublimation printersAnalog to digital audio convertersArtists' paint brushesAudio recording equipmentBand sawsBeading toolsBelt sandersBook pressesBurnout kilnsCarousel slide projectorsClay firing kilnsCommercial sewing machinesCompact digital camerasCompact disk CD playersComputer data input scanners

Work Values

IndependenceRelationshipsAchievementRecognitionWorking ConditionsSupport
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Photographers27-4021.00
  • Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary25-1121.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Aperture, shutter speed, and ISO — balance independently across variable natural and artificial lighting conditions during event or portrait assignments.
  • Flash units and reflector configurations — design and set up a multi-light scheme for small-group portraits in a studio with minimal oversight.
  • Subject composition and framing — select angles, backgrounds, and props to achieve a client's desired aesthetic during routine commercial shoots.
  • Image retouching and airbrushing — enhance skin tones, remove blemishes, and resize photographs using graphics software to meet professional delivery standards.
  • Scanned and digital images — manipulate using layering and masking techniques in specialized photo-imaging software for routine editorial or commercial projects.
  • On-location portrait sessions — coordinate logistics, direct subjects, and adapt equipment choices when environmental conditions shift unexpectedly.
  • Customer service interactions — communicate shoot progress, set realistic expectations, and respond to client feedback throughout a session and post-production phase.
  • Time management protocols — schedule back-to-back client sessions, editing windows, and file-delivery deadlines using calendar and scheduling software.
  • Photographic equipment maintenance — inspect, clean, and troubleshoot cameras, lenses, and accessories between assignments to ensure operational readiness.
  • Electronic file transmission — prepare and deliver final image packages via email or client portals, verifying format and resolution requirements are met.

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
18%
Placement Rate
71%