- Eastern Monroe Career Center (EMCC)
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- Visual Communication and Photography
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Visual Communication & Photography
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Program Highlights:
In this two-year NYSED-Approved CTE Program, students work with a variety of photographic equipment, as well as traditional and digital imaging software from Adobe in a Mac-based environment. With an emphasis on technical skill and visual problem solving, students explore and develop their creative voice. During the basic year, students acquire a comprehensive foundation of photographic and graphic design skills. The advanced year sees students refine and apply their skills in projects within the community and for a variety of outside clients. Students who successfully complete the program will be prepared for further study at the college level or entry-level positions in the industry.
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Units of Study—Basic (Year 1)
- Digital SLR Basic Techniques
- Design Process
- Layout & Composition
- Digital Image Editing
- Typography
- Color Theory
- Drawing & Illustration Techniques
- Portraiture
- Portfolio Development
- Career Exploration
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Units of Study—Advanced (Year 2)
- Advanced Camera Techniques
- Workflow & File Management
- Copyright, Appropriation & Contracts
- Documentary Photography
- Fashion Photography
- Studio Lighting
- Advanced Typography & Layout
- Branding & Logo Design
- Basic Video Production
- Professional Communication
- Portfolio Development
- Work Experience
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Career Connections
- Animator
- Art Director
- Art Educator
- Art Therapist
- Exhibit/Environmental Designer
- Fine Artist
- Graphic Designer
- Illustrator
- Industrial Designer
- Interior Designer
- New Media Designer
- Photographer
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College Programs
- Advertising Design
- Animation
- Digital Imaging
- Fine Art
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
- New Media/Multimedia
- Photography
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High School Credit
- 3.5 CTE a.m. /3.0 CTE p.m. (max)
Includes:- 1.0 English 12 (Advanced)
- 1.0 English 12 (Advanced)
- 3.5 CTE a.m. /3.0 CTE p.m. (max)
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College—Dual Enrollment
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Items to Consider
Successful Students:
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- Thrive in a deadline-driven environment.
- Accept and offer constructive criticism through the critique process.
- Generate creative solutions to client-driven products.
- Balance technical skills with concept development.
Note:-
- A post-secondary degree is generally required for employment in this field
- 12th grade students with portfolios and extensive experience in related courses may qualify for placement in the Advanced Course.
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