Audio and Video Production Program

The audio and video production program at Guilford Technical Community College prepares students for careers in the broadcast and non-broadcast industry of video, audio, and radio production. The program focuses on applying technical knowledge and skill for sound recordings as finished products or as components of film/video, broadcast, live or mixed media productions. Program courses include: equipment operation and maintenance, sound recording, track editing, dubbing and mixing, media production, digital recording and transmission, and amplification and modulation. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer audio and video production program.

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Guilford Technical Community College

5800 W Friendly Avenue, Greensboro, NC

Guilford Technical Community College, located in Jamestown, North Carolina, founded in 1958 when it was known as Guilford Industrial Education Center, an institution designed to prepare individuals for careers in manufacturing. By 1965 the school was renamed Guilford Technical Institute as a result of being able to grant associate degrees. By 1983 the school was granted approval to add a college transfer program, becoming Guilford Technical Community College. The school originally opened its doors to an enrollment of 50 but has grown over the years to nearly 15,000 students a year. As a result, the school operates several campuses and is dedicated to providing quality services and education to its service area through program development and updated and new facilities perfect for the modern students.

Academics

Guilford Technical Community College offers nearly 100 programs of study that provide  academic transfer or career training opportunities, with most programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in an associate degree or career training certificate. Academic transfer programs fulfill the first two years of a four year education, allowing the student to apply for transfer to a four year institution to pursue the completion of a bachelor's degree by submitting applications to his or her school of choice. Transfer opportunities to public North Carolina institutions are eased through agreements in place with the school facilitating transfer if certain academic requirements are met.

Career training programs provide education and training for a particular field, providing the skills and abilities necessary to perform as a professional in the workplace within that field. Students will participate in practical courses as well as more traditional classroom educations, the mixture of which is dependent upon the student's chosen field, and providing practical experience that is beneficial in the workplace. Upon completion the student's degree or certificate will demonstrate occupational competence and allow for the immediate pursuit of employment. Most programs offered reflect community needs, resulting in more job availability.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Automotive Systems Technology
• Paralegal Technology
• General Education Program
• Business Administration

Admissions

Guilford Technical Community College is an open enrollment institution allowing any student who meets the minimum standards for admission to enroll at after submitting a completed application for admission. Students will be asked to provide transcripts from previous schools and standardized test scores. Students may be required to take a placement exam and are encouraged to participate in orientation as well as meet with a counselor prior to registration. Course registration takes place before the start of each semester with tuition due shortly thereafter.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants. Students in need of financial assistance must submit a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting information from which will be used to determine the student's financial needs, aid program eligibility and monetary awards. Students must reapply for financial aid prior to the start of each academic year. Additionally, students may be asked to provide additional financial documentation to ensure the accuracy of the FAFSA prior to the disbursement of funds as per new federal aid regulations.

Clubs and Organizations

Guilford Technical Community College is home to a number of clubs and organizations, and as such encourages the participation of student in such clubs as well as the founding of new clubs if the current club listings do not meet specified goals or interests. Clubs may focus on education, social and cultural issues, extracurricular interests and activities as well as other interests. Students may participate in one or more clubs, allowing for the intermingling of interests and the development of social bonds outside of a classroom atmosphere. A club fair is held annually to promote clubs and encourage new membership.

Students Enrolled in the Audio and Video Production Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Guilford Technical Community College offers an associate's degree program in audio and video production.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Audio and Video Equipment Technicians

Description

Set up, or set up and operate audio and video equipment including microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment for concerts, sports events, meetings and conventions, presentations, and news conferences. May also set up and operate associated spotlights and other custom lighting systems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, audio and video equipment technicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Greensboro-High Point, NC
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.77
  • Average Annual Salary: $36960

Sound Engineering Technicians

Description

Operate machines and equipment to record, synchronize, mix, or reproduce music, voices, or sound effects in sporting arenas, theater productions, recording studios, or movie and video productions.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sound engineering technicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.6% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).