PHOT 1019 - Professional Identity Development

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture 2 Lab 2
Course Description: This intermediate, second-semester course continues the exploration of the technical practices of visual communications and how these practices are applied in various visual communications professions. Course activities focus on using industry standard software to develop media reflecting professional identity and brand. Further examination of the various career paths within the industry will also be covered.

This Visual Communications Careers core class is intended for students pursuing an award in Photographic Careers. Other Century College students with the right prerequisites wishing to explore the area are welcome as well.

Note: This course is cross-listed with 3DMA 1019, GRDP 1019, NVP 1019 and WEBD 1019.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): PHOT 1012  
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: Concurrently enrolled in PHOT 1015  

Major Content

1. Professional identity
2. Creating a professional brand
3. Advanced use of industry standard visual communications software
4. Evaluating visual communications career path

1. incorporate advanced technical practices of visual communications.
2. evaluate visual communications career paths.
3. create professional identity projects using industry standard visual communications software.
4. apply resources and techniques in developing their professional identity and brand.
5. create a professional identity brochure.
6. create a professional identity web page.
7. create a professional identity introduction video.

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