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Delivery: A mix of daytime and evening courses.
Start: Fall or Spring: Full- or Part-Time.
- Narrative Video Production (VCC) — Associate in Applied Science Degree (60 credits)
- Narrative Video Production (VCC) — Diploma (48 credits)
- Online Video Content Creator (VCC) — Certificate (12 credits)
About the Program
Write your own hero story. Become a video producer in the Narrative Video Production Degree program. Story guides production decisions and in this degree you will realize the value of storytelling, planning, shooting, editing, and visual effects as you create narrative films, news stories, and documentaries; as well as marketing, instructional, and promotional pieces.
This program is part of the Visual Communications Careers (VCC) area and is designed to provide you with the skills you need to enter a career once you have completed the degree. Although the A.A.S. degree is not designed for transfer to a four-year school, your general education and liberal arts courses typically do transfer. Some of your career-oriented courses may also transfer to specific majors at certain schools through the petition process.
- Tell amazing stories by developing and producing creative films and videos for real-world clients
- Use cutting-edge professional camera gear, hardware, and software while crafting an impressive portfolio
- Attain hands-on expertise in visual communications working individually and with imaginative peers
- Career Focus: Prepared for immediate employment, and further education with a professional portfolio
Interested in a career in Narrative Video Production? Schedule a program tour!
Learning by Doing
Quotes From Students
"I loved the projects we got to work on in the film class. Getting experience working with a client is very important because it helped teach us what to expect. Everything won't be cut and dry, and we will have to 'decode' the message from the client to figure out what they really want. I really liked seeing the reaction from a client after they have received the product and then seeing it posted on a website, Facebook, or in an email blast. It's a good feeling creating something that other people love." - Joe
"I'll use these skills that I learned for the future and explore more things that I still do not know. Getting to know pre-production and post those are some things I'll never forget. Again, I want to say thank you Mike you really helped me a lot through these semesters, I'm glad I found this program and made this my primary job. I'll get you that 10 percent one day." - Charlie
"Overall I really enjoyed my time in the VCC program. I learned so much throughout the two years that I am very grateful and will take it with me as I continue to learn more. I made some really great friends and met some amazing people as well. I can't wait to see where everyone ends up someday and hopefully we can all create something together someday." - Erica
"I didn't have a plan but then I got the email saying Century had a video production program and it was the best decision I made. It's a challenging program, very time consuming but it was all worth it. There were times when I considered dropping out when things got too overwhelming but I'm glad I pulled through and saw everything to the end. I'm very jealous I won't be able to use the new monster drone or the new cinema camera but that's okay." - Alex
"I really loved my time in the Video Production program. You do a really good job at creating a safe interactive learning environment. Through the projects and learning the software I was able to build large amounts of confidence in myself. I think that's almost as important as the skills itself. A lot of the important lessons are learned through the projects without us even knowing that we are learning them, I picked up on that after the first year, but I'm not sure if everyone did." - Joe
Student Videos
Sypher
Life of Lefty
Alumni Video: "The Making of a REVolution"
PSA
Short Film
Student Interviews
Spencer Klover
Patrick Frost
Joe Bostany
Tony Rose
Dylan Kraft
Links and Faculty Contact Information
Narrative Video Production Degree YouTube Channel
VCC Program Facebook Page
Mike Eddy, Program Director
Narrative Video Production Degree, VCT Program, Century College
mike.eddy@century.edu
Office: 651-779-5530
Cell: 612-232-7161
Vimeo Profile
LinkedIn Profile
Cost & Financial Aid
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As a two-year public community and technical college, Century College receives funding from the State of Minnesota, keeping tuition rates significantly lower than private colleges and universities. With affordable tuition rates and financial aid and scholarship opportunities, our students avoid student loan debt.
Financial Aid
Century College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and our programs quality for financial aid including grants, loans, and college work-study. Eligibility for financial aid is determined annually based on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Century College's Federal School Code is 010546.
Scholarship Opportunities
Each year, the Century College Foundation awards more than $300,000 in scholarships to our students. Students are encouraged to create an account and apply for scholarships online.
Testimonials
Transfer
- Transfer Information
Advanced planning is critical when you transfer. - Transfer Planning - Articulation Agreements
These agreements help students transfer to four-year institutions.
Potential Job Titles
- Audio and Video Equipment Technicians
- Camera Operators
- Sound Engineering Technicians
- Film and Video Editors *
- Producers and Directors *
* bachelor's degree typically required
Salary Data
Audio and Video Equipment Technicians
Average Wage: $22.30/hour
Top Earners: $29.58/hour
Camera Operators
Average Wage: $21.34/hour
Top Earners: $25.69/hour
Sound Engineering Technicians
Average Wage: $22.07/hour
Top Earners: $28.45/hour
Film and Video Editors *
Average Wage: $20.95/hour
Top Earners: $31.68/hour
Producers and Directors *
Average Wage: $32.80/hour
Top Earners: $41.21/hour
* bachelor's degree typically required
Information gathered pertains to seven county metro area - careerwise.minnstate.edu
Program Faculty
Contact Century College
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Office Hours
Please see office hours on the Hours and Access page.
Contact- Admissions Office
- West Campus, W2303
- 651-773-1700
- 800-228-1978