Video Production I Syllabus for 2025-2026
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AI Statement

Collusion is defined as “the unauthorized collaboration with another person or by any other means, including artificial intelligence (AI) and computer translators, in preparing work for fulfillment of course requirements.” Using AI like (ChatGPT or Google Gemini) to create a document is considered colluding. The use of Generative Artificial Intelligence on specific assignments is at the discretion of the instructor.

Title IX and Sexual Misconduct Reporting

Amarillo College prohibits discrimination and harassment based on sex, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking, under Title IX and Texas Education Code §51.253–255. Faculty and staff are mandatory reporters and must share any related concerns with the Title IX Coordinator at titleix@actx.edu. Reports and additional information are available at https://www.actx.edu/hr/title-ixtitle-ix. Confidential counseling and advocacy services are available through the Counseling Center and Advocacy & Resource Center.

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Course

COMM-1336-002 Video Production I

Prerequisites

Course Description

Practical experience in the operation of studio and control room equipment, including both pre- and post-production needs.

Student Resources Student Resources Website

Department Expectations

Occupational License Disclaimer

Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:

Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:

Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me

You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.

Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

No Book

Supplies

16 GB Flashdrive

Student Performance

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 1. The student will be able to list and analyze the responsibilities of the fundamental production positions.

 2. The student will be able to demonstrate operation of audio production equipment, including Adobe Audition software, control consoles, analog and digital equipment.

 3. The student will be able to use the internet in conjunction with the text, to support learning and evaluation.

 4. The student will produce a 30 second commercial spot for radio using audio production computer software provided in the lab.

 5. The student will be able to list the basic operational parts of the studio camera and explain the function of each.

 6. The student will be able to demonstrate camera operation and good camera composition.

 7. The student will be able to describe, produce and name the basic camera shots.

 8. The student will be able to describe and demonstrate the key concepts of studio lighting.

 9. The student will be able to identify the types and uses of various microphones.

10. The student will be able to display a basic knowledge of studio production equipment; including the switcher, audio console, video recorder and character generator.

11. The student will display responsibility and care in the use of equipment and material.

12. The student will be able to demonstrate basic operation of a video switcher.

13. The student will serve in all studio production crew positions by participation in producing, directing, switching, directing audio, computer generating character/graphics, managing studio floor, operating camera, operating video recorder and set up/break down of television studio equipment.

14. The student will produce and direct one 90 second music video that either tells a story or makes a statement and one 30/60 second live TV commercial.

15. The student, when acting as Producer/Director, will demonstrate skills in scheduling, delegating crew members' responsibilities, and professionalism; including self control, friendliness and understanding.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

 No substance or equipment in violation of the AC Student Code of Life will be permitted in communications courses.

· Turn off cell phones or put them on silent ring during class. No text messaging during class.

· Plagiarism is considered serious academic misconduct.  All written assignments presented in this class must be original work by the student.  Any student caught plagiarizing or cheating will receive a failing grade.  No form of scholastic dishonesty will be tolerated.  Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.

“Cheating on a test” shall include:

* Copying from another student’s test paper.

* Using test materials not authorized by the person administering the test. -------Collaborating with or seeking aid from another student during a test without permission from the test administrator.

* Knowingly using, buying, selling, stealing, or soliciting, in whole or in part, the contents of a test that has yet to be administered.

* The unauthorized transporting or removal, in whole or in part, of the contents of a test that has yet to be administered.

* Substituting for another student, or permitting another student to substitute for one’s self, to take a test.

* Bribing another person to obtain or obtain information about a test that has yet to be administered.

“Plagiarism” shall be defined as the appropriating, buying, receiving as a gift, or obtaining by any means another’s work and the unacknowledged submission or incorporation of it in one’s own written work. The use of Artificial Intelligence-generated knowledge is permissible as long as the AI source is cited along with any other sources used by the student in an assignment.

"Collusion" is defined as “the unauthorized collaboration with another person or by any other means, including artificial intelligence (AI) and computer translators, in preparing work for fulfillment of course requirements.” Using AI like (ChatGPT or Google Gemini) to create a document is considered colluding. The use of Artificial Intelligence on specific assignments is at the discretion of the instructor. 

Additional Information

A complete statement regarding scholastic dishonesty can be found in the Student Code of Conduct in the Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook.

·  Any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements should contact disAbility Services (SSC 119, 371-5436) as soon as possible.

·  No administrative withdrawals will be initiated by the instructor.  It is each student’s responsibility to drop a class or withdraw from school in the event he/she decides to quit attending class.

· Every student is required to comply with the policies published in the “Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook.”

Title IX and Sexual Misconduct Reporting
Amarillo College prohibits discrimination and harassment based on sex, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking, under Title IX and Texas Education Code §51.253–255. Faculty and staff are mandatory reporters and must share any related concerns with the Title IX Coordinator at titleix@actx.edu.  Reports and additional information are available at www.amarillocollege.net/hr/title-ixtitle-ix. Confidential counseling and advocacy services are available through the Counseling Center and Advocacy & Resource Center.

Grading Criteria

EVALUATION:

Final Exam - 15%

Audio Assignment 1 - 5%

Audio Assignment 2 - 15% (30 second commercial)

Audio Assignment 3 – 15% (Multitrack)

TV Assignment 1 - 15% (music video) May change depending on extenuating circumstances.

TV Assignment 2 - 15% (30/60 second commercial) May change depending on extenuating circumstances.

Participation – 20% (Professional Attitude, Performance and Attendance)

GRADES:

90 - 100   A

80 - 89  B

70 - 79   C

Below 70   F

Because this is a pre-requisite for COMM1337, it is not possible to make a D in this course.

Attendance

Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class.

Calendar

Additional Information

TV/Video Assignments may change if opportunities to collaborate with other classes in the Matney Mass Media program are developed.