Program Overview

Video Production

Program Overview

The Video Production certificate at Madison College is geared toward professionals who have an associate of applied arts degree in photography, graphic design, or visual communications, or a degree from another accredited college or university in art, design, photography, journalism or comparable work experience.

You will create videos with advanced level production techniques in lighting, sound, and editing and learn specific video production tools and communication strategies that take advantage of videos' unique capabilities.

Video equipment is required for this program. The recommended student camera kit costs approximately $1,200.

Program Details

• Program Number: CERT
• Degree: Certificate
• Area of Study: Arts, Design and Humanities
• Delivery Method: Some Online/Some In Person
• Estimated Time to Complete: 14 Credits | Finish in 1 year

Estimated Program Cost

• $2,481.12
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Curriculum and Experience

• First Semester:
  • Video Production (3 credits)
  • Story & Pre-Production (2 credits)
  • Design for Video (3 credits)
• Second Semester:
  • Advanced Video Production (3 credits)
  • Video Project Management (3 credits)

Admission

Earning a certificate is a great way to expand your skill set and add professionalism to your resume. Applications are always open.

To Apply

• There are no admission requirements for this certificate. Simply submit your application by the deadline for each term.
• International students who wish to apply for, maintain, or transfer their F-1 student visa status to Madison College are required to complete the International Admission Process.

Application Dates

• Fall 2025:
  • Application open
  • Application completion deadline is October 15, 2025
• Spring 2026:
  • Application available on September 15, 2025
  • Application completion deadline is March 15, 2026

Additional Notes

• Certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid
• Class capacity is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis
• Students who have already completed the certificate coursework at the time of application will receive the certificate diploma at the end of the term of application

Career Outcomes

After completing the Video Production certificate at Madison Area Technical College, you will be able to:

• Apply the principles of design and storytelling to develop media products and services.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of media software, tools and technology.
• Implement creative solutions from concept through completion.
• Communicate creative rationale in formal and informal settings.
• Implement project management skills to meet customer and market demands.

Related Programs

• Video Audio Design
• Audio Production
• Visual Storytelling