Multimedia Communications Photography Certificate

Program Overview

The Peninsula College Photography certificate program equips students with technical, artistic, and business skills for a career in photography. Through hands-on training and industry-standard software, students learn camera operation, lighting, image editing, and business practices. The program prepares graduates for various photography roles, including portrait, landscape, event, and commercial photography.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The Peninsula College Photography certificate prepares students for employment in various photographic and visual arts-related jobs, including portrait, landscape, event, travel, sports, advertising, documentary, and commercial photography.
• Objectives: The program aims to equip students with technical, artistic, and business training in photographic technology, lighting, image editing, visual communication, and business planning for photographers.
• Program Description: The hands-on program emphasizes practical application and industry standards, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for the job market.

Outline:

• Program Content:
• Technical aspects of photography, including camera operation, exposure, lighting, and composition
• Artistic principles and techniques for creating visually appealing and impactful images
• Image editing and manipulation using industry-standard software (Adobe Photoshop)
• Business skills essential for success in the photography industry, including portfolio development, marketing, and client relations
• Course Schedule:
• First Quarter (Fall):
• Applied Math for Professional & Tech Programs I
• Human Relations
• Principles of Digital Photography
• Nature and Macro Photography
• Second Quarter (Winter):
• Digital Image Editing I
• Advanced Digital Photography
• Photographic Lighting
• Third Quarter (Spring):
• Business Communications
• Advanced Image Editing
• Business for Photography
• Modules:
• Principles of Digital Photography:
Introduction to digital photography fundamentals, composition, lighting, color, and photographic technology.
• Nature and Macro Photography: Techniques for capturing stunning nature and macro photographs, including equipment, exposure, focus, and composition.
• Digital Image Editing I: Essential digital imaging skills, such as scanning, optimizing, enhancing, colorizing, and combining photographs using Adobe Photoshop.
• Advanced Digital Photography: Exploration of advanced techniques and aesthetics in digital photography, including creative projects and portfolio development.
• Photographic Lighting: Mastery of lighting techniques for capturing timeless and classic imagery, working with both natural and studio lighting.
• Advanced Image Editing: Advanced image manipulation techniques using Photoshop, including special effects, automation, and multimedia presentations.
• Business for Photography: Business principles and practices for success in the photography industry, including portfolio development and social media marketing.

Assessment:

• The program utilizes various assessment methods to evaluate student learning and progress.
• Quizzes, exams, and assignments test students' understanding of the technical and artistic aspects of photography.
• Practical projects and portfolio presentations allow students to demonstrate their skills in image capture, editing, and presentation.

Teaching:

• The program is taught by experienced faculty with expertise in photography and visual arts.
• Teaching methods include lectures, demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and project-based learning.
• Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including photography studios, digital editing labs, and computer workstations.

Careers:

• The program prepares students for a range of photography-related careers, including:
• Portrait photographer
• Landscape photographer
• Event photographer
• Travel photographer
• Sports photographer
• Advertising photographer
• Documentary photographer
• Commercial photographer
• Graduates may find employment with various companies and organizations in the public and private sectors.
• Wages for photographers typically start around $25.87 per hour.