Digital Communications: Audio/Video Technology

Statewide Program of Study

The Digital Communications program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with the production of audio and visual media formats for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures.

This program of study may also include exploration into operating machines and equipment to record sound and images, such as microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment.

This Program of Study is in our

Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster

This cluster focuses on careers in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services.

Pathway Courses

Below are the classes that are taken in this pathway.

Having an asterisk * by the course name represents it being an advanced course.

Level 1

Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications

Level 2

Audio/Video Production I

Level 3

Audio/Video Production II/Lab*

Level 4

Practicum of Audio/Video Production*

Expanded Learning Opportunities

Learning beyond the walls of the classroom is extremely important to making sure you are college and career ready. See what we offer for this pathway.

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Exploration Activities

  • Participate in

    SkillsUSA or TSA

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Work-Based Learning Activities

  • Intern at a local

    television station or

    video production

    company

  • Work with a local

    company on a

    project

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Industry-Based Certifications

  • Adobe Certified Professional in Digital Video Using

    Adobe Premiere Pro - Level 3

Postsecondary Opportunities

Explore what degrees that will continue your learning past high school.

Aligned Occupations

Below are potential careers that are aligned with this pathway. Review their salaries and job trends.

Sound Engineering Technicians

$39,562
Median Wage

79
Annual Openings

27%
Growth

Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture

$50,024
Median Wage

129
Annual Openings

9%
Growth

Audio and Video Equipment Technicians

$40,581
Median Wage

757
Annual Openings

29%
Growth

Film and Video Editors

$47,382
Median Wage

118
Annual Openings

23%
Growth