Television News Producing Certificate

This certificate is designed to provide students with solid hands-on academic and professional experience gathering, discussing, managing and producing a nightly half-hour live newscast. The required courses provide the foundation for professional judgment, thinking, and management needed in electronic news media whether associated with television, radio, or the Internet.

Students learn the essential skills and knowledge needed for both creative and physical producing. Careers include setting up and operating 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.