Video Production

Course code VCDP 1253

Credit 3.0

Length 54.0 hours

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In this course, students will be introduced to basic video production, from planning and storyboarding through to final editing. Students will shoot their own video footage and create their own graphic assets and then use professional video-editing software to create final videos that can be exported for use on various platforms. Projects will explore technical video production topics like lighting, sound, white balance, colour and exposure, transitions, title screens, timing, and export settings.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Video production
  • Planning and storyboarding
  • Video editing software and techniques
  • Shooting video
  • Creating graphic assets for video
  • Lighting
  • White balance
  • Transitions
  • Title screens
  • Basic adjustments
  • Export settings
  • The cultural influence of video

1. Interview with department to discuss previous experience
2. A portfolio assessment of previously completed related work OR
3. The demonstration of skills via the successful completion of 1-4 related projects/assignments similar to those completed in the course, chosen at the discretion of the department

Course schedules

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.