2022 - 2023
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Digital Video Technology
Program Type:	Career Preparatory
Career Cluster:	Arts, A/V Technology and Communication

Secondary – Career Preparatory	
Program Number	8201400	
CIP Number	0610010523	
Grade Level	9-12	
Standard Length	6 credits	
Teacher Certification	Refer to the Program Structure section.	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	27-4011 – Audio and Video Equipment Technicians
27-4031 – Camera Operators, Television, Video and Motion Picture
27-4032 – Film and Video Editors	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose 

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for initial employment as production assistants, audio/video equipment technician, video/TV camera operators, video editors, multimedia artists/animators and broadcast technicians. 

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster. 

The content includes, but is not be limited to, communication skills, leadership skills, human relations and employability skills, safe and efficient work practices, and preparation to assume responsibility for the overall production of digital video activities (e.g., scripts, lighting, camera operation, electronic news gathering, field/studio production, video editing).

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of six (6) credits. 

To teach the courses listed below, instructors must hold at least one of the teacher certifications indicated for that course.

The following table illustrates the secondary program structure:

Course Number	Course Title	Teacher Certification	Length	SOC Code	Level	Graduation Requirement	
8201410	Digital Video Technology 1	TEC ED 1 @ 2
ENG&TEC ED1@2
TV PRO TEC @7  7G	1 credit	27-4011	3	PA	
8201420	Digital Video Technology 2		1 credit	27-4011	3	PA	
8201430	Digital Video Technology 3		1 credit	27-4011	3	PA	
8201440	Digital Video Technology 4		1 credit	27-4031	3	PA	
8201450	Digital Video Technology 5		1 credit	27-4031	3	PA	
8201460	Digital Video Technology 6		1 credit	27-4032	3	PA	
(Graduation Requirement Abbreviations- EQ= Equally Rigorous Science, PA= Practical Arts, EC= Economics)

Common Career Technical Core – Career Ready Practices

Career Ready Practices describe the career-ready skills that educators should seek to develop in their students.  These practices are not exclusive to a Career Pathway, program of study, discipline or level of education.  Career Ready Practices should be taught and reinforced in all career exploration and preparation programs with increasingly higher levels of complexity and expectation as a student advances through a program of study. 

1. Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee. 

2. Apply appropriate academic and technical skills. 

3. Attend to personal health and financial well-being. 

4. Communicate clearly, effectively and with reason. 

5. Consider the environmental, social and economic impacts of decisions. 

6. Demonstrate creativity and innovation. 

7. Employ valid and reliable research strategies. 

8. Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. 

9. Model integrity, ethical leadership and effective management. 

10. Plan education and career path aligned to personal goals. 

11. Use technology to enhance productivity. 

12. Work productively in teams while using cultural/global competence. 

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

Digital Video Technology 1
01.0	Apply knowledge of the digital video technology program procedures.
02.0	Demonstrate an understanding of basic industry terminology and acronyms.
03.0	Collaborate with others as an effective member of a digital video team.
04.0	Demonstrate professionalism and personal responsibility.
05.0	Understand and demonstrate the steps in the digital video pre-production process.
06.0	Interpret scripts for digital video technology.
07.0	Understand and demonstrate the digital video production process.
08.0	Use basic camera equipment.
09.0	Identify lighting needs for a planned production.
10.0	Understand basic audio operations.
11.0	Demonstrate the ability to perform on camera.
12.0	Demonstrate understanding of the digital video post-production process.
13.0	Operate an editing system.
14.0	Understand the value of graphics in a production.

Digital Video Technology 2
15.0	Demonstrate awareness of industry-related ethics and laws.
16.0	Demonstrate the ability to complete the pre-production process for a video production project.
17.0	Demonstrate the ability to complete the production process for a video production project.
18.0	Use television production equipment for a digital video production.
19.0	Perform lighting activities for a digital video production.
20.0	Develop interviewing skills.
21.0	Demonstrate the ability to complete the post-production process for a video production project.

Digital Video Technology 3
22.0	Demonstrate industry accepted skills for remote productions.
23.0	Demonstrate the ability to complete the pre-production process for an advanced video production project.
24.0	Demonstrate the ability to complete the production process for an advanced video production project.
25.0	Demonstrate the ability to complete the post-production process for an advanced video production project.

Digital Video Technology 4
26.0	Plan, coordinate, and manage a video or webcast production.
27.0	Demonstrate an understanding of employability in the digital video production industry.

Digital Video Technology 5
28.0	Create and produce a digital video production.
29.0	Demonstrate an independent level of proficiency in a selected area of specialization.

Digital Video Technology 6
30.0	Demonstrate advanced script writing techniques.
31.0	Apply skills by producing a program.
32.0	Perform advanced digital audio and video recording and editing operations.

2022 - 2023
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title:		Digital Video Technology 1
Course Number:	8201410
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course provides students with an introduction to the digital video production process; content includes safe work practices, planning a production set, designing lighting plans, camera operation, and audio/ video recording, mixing, and editing. 

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
01.0	Apply knowledge of the digital video technology program procedure. The students will be able to:	
01.01	Follow classroom procedures.	
01.02	Follow industry safety rules, regulations and policies.	
01.03	Demonstrate proper use and care of equipment.	
02.0	Demonstrate an understanding of basic industry terminology and acronyms. The student will be able to:	
02.01	Define trade terminology, including the four steps of the production process.	
02.02	Define trade abbreviations and acronyms when appropriate.	
03.0	Collaborate with others as an effective member of a digital video team. The student will be able to:	
03.01	Understand the job functions of a digital video team.	
03.02	Give and follow directions.	
03.03	Function as a member of a team.	
03.04	Set and adhere to production deadlines established by others.	
03.05	Critique and analyze a production.	
04.0	Demonstrate professionalism and personal responsibility. The student will be able to:	
04.01	Discuss how to legally obtain and use source materials.	
04.02	Explain basic copyright laws and issues related to digital video production.	
04.03	Discuss appropriate responses to feedback.	
05.0	Understand and demonstrate the steps in the digital video pre-production process. The student will be able to:	
05.01	Identify and perform the components of the pre-production phase (e.g., purpose, script writing, target audience, schedule, and distribution method).	
05.02	Identify the format/segment type, audience, and genre.	
05.03	Explain the components of a pitch, storyboard, and script.	
05.04	Select the appropriate location(s) for the specified program type.	
05.05	Establish feasible production deadlines.	
06.0	Interpret scripts for digital video technology. The student will be able to:	
06.01	Define the terminology used in script writing.	
06.02	Identify a script by format, function, and utilization.	
06.03	Specify the steps that lead to a complete script.	
06.04	Write a script in an appropriate format.	
07.0	Understand and demonstrate the digital video production process. The student will be able to:	
07.01	Identify and perform the components of the production phase (e.g., selecting equipment, operating equipment, interviewing, directing, lighting, and audio).	
07.02	Summarize the roles of the various personnel for video production projects (e.g., producer, director, editor, camera operator).	
07.03	Identify and perform commonly used camera shots, angles, and movements.	
07.04	Plan and execute shot to obtain the required action/footage in studio and/or field production environments.	
07.05	Perform basic field production tasks that include camera, lighting, and sound responsibilities.	
08.0	Use basic camera equipment. The student will be able to:	
08.01	Set up, turn on, and operate a video camera.	
08.02	Identify and demonstrate basic video composition principles (e.g. rule of thirds, leading lines, rule of 180)	
08.03	Identify elements that make a quality video image, both in its composition and technical nature. 	
08.04	Identify and select appropriate equipment for a specific production.	
08.05	Record, transfer, store, and play assets from various media.	
09.0	Identify lighting needs for a planned production. The student will be able to:	
09.01	Explain the use of basic lighting equipment.	
09.02	Define light quality in terms of intensity, color, direction, and characteristics.	
09.03	Analyze lighting needs for a production.	
09.04	Set up appropriate lighting for a production (one-, two-, three- point lighting, etc.).	
10.0	Understand basic audio operations. The student will be able to:	
10.01	Compare and contrast various microphone types.	
10.02	Determine optimal microphone placement.	
10.03	Establish appropriate recording conditions.	
10.04	Identify, select, and demonstrate the use of appropriate microphones for a production (pick-up pattern, directionality, etc.).	
10.05	Identify the elements of a quality audio track.	
10.06	Set up audio recording equipment.	
10.07	Perform pre-production sound checks.	
10.08	Record production sound.	
11.0	Demonstrate the ability to perform on camera. The student will be able to:	
11.01	Practice appropriate on-camera performance skills (e.g., appearance, gestures, and posture).	
11.02	Demonstrate appropriate speaking skills for an on-camera performance (e.g., pitch, tone, emphasis, inflection, enunciation, and timing).	
11.03	Perform as talent in a production.	
12.0	Demonstrate understanding of the digital video post-production process. The student will be able to:	
12.01	List the components of the post-production phase (e.g., video and audio editing, graphics, and distribution method).	
12.02	Understand production values (e.g., continuity).	
12.03	Define appropriate audio and video digital compression and signal types.	
12.04	Explain the need for data management.	
12.05	Organize and evaluate materials for editing.	
12.06	Perform basic editing functions (cuts, transitions, etc.).	
12.07	Mix audio and video resources in appropriate sequence for the final cut.	
13.0	Operate an editing system. The student will be able to:	
13.01	Select the best source material such as voiceover (VO), sound on tape (SOT) and b-roll to achieve program goals.	
13.02	Combine elements into a program.	
13.03	Control video clips and effects.	
13.04	Control audio mix and effects.	
13.05	Prepare basic graphics for a production.	
14.0	Understand the value of graphics in a production. The student will be able to:	
14.01	Demonstrate an understanding of graphic image types, file formats, and technical requirements for a production.	
14.02	Understand text, font, colors, title safe area, lower thirds, and placement.	
14.03	Determine the graphic requirements for a production.	
14.04	Edit basic graphics into a program or segment using editing software.	
14.05	Demonstrate the ability to use type, color, composition, and graphic elements.	

2022 - 2023
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title:		Digital Video Technology 2
Course Number:	8201420
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course provides students with intermediate level instruction in the digital video production process. 

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
15.0	Demonstrate awareness of industry-related ethics and laws. The student will be able to:	
15.01	Define terminology related to ethics and laws (e.g., plagiarism, copyright law, libel, slander, and right to privacy).	
15.02	Summarize and explain the legal and ethical acquisition and use of digital materials; appropriately cite sources.	
15.03	Research and understand the Fair Use Act of 2007.	
16.0	Demonstrate the ability to complete the pre-production process for a video production project. The student will be able to:	
16.01	Define the objective and intended audience for a video production project (e.g., public service announcement).	
16.02	Prepare a detailed pitch, storyboard, and script for a video production project (e.g., public service announcement).	
16.03	Create a schedule for the production project	
16.04	Contact potential subjects and schedule an interview.	
16.05	Conduct an interview using coherent and concise language and correct grammar.	
16.06	Demonstrate effective listening skills.	
17.0	Demonstrate the ability to complete the production process for a video production project. The student will be able to:	
17.01	Demonstrate knowledge of camera equipment and functions.	
17.02	Plan, execute, and record a video shoot to obtain the required action/footage and effects.	
17.03	Perform production tasks that include intermediate camera, lighting, and sound techniques.	
18.0	Use digital video equipment for a production. The student will be able to:	
18.01	Execute quality videography principles while filming for a production.	
18.02	Use appropriate equipment for a production.	
18.03	Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment.	
18.04	Understand how the lens, focal length, aperture, and exposure work to create desired effects.	
19.0	Perform lighting activities for a digital video production. The student will be able to:	
19.01	Create and label a diagram for a lighting plan.	
19.02	Assemble appropriate lighting using lighting modifiers (e.g. reflectors, flags, artificial lighting, and diffusers).	
19.03	Create depth and dimension using appropriate light modifiers.	
20.0	Develop interviewing skills. The student will be able to:	
20.01	Develop open-ended questions to elicit detailed responses.	
20.02	Select appropriate subjects to interview based on a specific topic.	
20.03	Select an effective location that complements the interview.	
20.04	Contact potential subjects and schedule an interview.	
20.05	Conduct an interview using coherent and concise language and correct grammar.	
20.06	Demonstrate effective listening skills.	
21.0	Demonstrate the ability to complete the post-production process for a video production project. The student will be able to:	
21.01	Demonstrate the ability to edit video and audio sources.	
21.02	Demonstrate appropriate use of graphics in a production (e.g. lower thirds and full screen graphics).	
21.03	Identify and export video for an appropriate distribution method for a project.	

2022 - 2023
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title:		Digital Video Technology 3
Course Number: 	8201430
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

Students will participate in the digital video pre-production, production, and post-production processes.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
22.0	Demonstrate industry accepted skills for remote productions. The students will be able to:	
22.01	Demonstrate skills in selecting production topics.	
22.02	Determine quality of production topics.	
22.03	Operate digital video production equipment.	
22.04	Adhere to production deadlines.	
22.05	Troubleshoot and maintain production equipment.	
23.0	Demonstrate the ability to complete the pre-production process for an advanced video production project. The student will be able to:	
23.01	Define the objective and intended audience for an advanced video production project (e.g., music video and documentary).	
23.02	Understand the role of a specified distribution method planned distribution in the video production process.	
23.03	Prepare a detailed pitch, storyboard, and script for an advanced video production project (e.g., music video and documentary).	
23.04	Select cast and crew members for the production.	
23.05	Plan and hold a pre-production meeting.	
23.06	Create a schedule for the production project.	
23.07	Scout locations and plan for any contingencies.	
23.08	Select clothing, makeup, and accessories for use on camera in a specified production.	
23.09	Determine the props, costumes, and other resources required for a production.	
24.0	Demonstrate the ability to complete the production process for an advanced video production project. The student will be able to:	
24.01	Operate video production equipment in studio and location (field) production environments.	
24.02	Plan, execute, and record a video shoot to obtain the required action/footage and effects.	
24.03	Perform production tasks that include advanced camera, lighting, and sound techniques.	
25.0	Demonstrate the ability to complete the post-production process for an advanced video production project. The student will be able to:	
25.01	Demonstrate the ability to mix multiple sources in a post-production setting.	
25.02	Perform advanced sound edits and enhancements.	
25.03	Perform advanced video edits and enhancements.	
25.04	Enhance a digital video project by using multiple appropriate graphics and visual effects.	
25.05	Determine special effects needed for a production.	

2022 - 2023
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title:		Digital Video Technology 4
Course Number: 	8201440
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

Students will demonstrate proficiency in all phases of the digital video production process (pre-production, production, post-production).

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
26.0	Plan, coordinate, and manage a video or webcast production – the student will be able to:	
26.01	Produce and direct high-quality digital video production projects.	
26.02	Utilize the equipment and technology appropriate for pre-production, production, and post-production of a digital video project.	
26.03	Demonstrate knowledge of graphic image types, file formats, and the technical requirements for a production.	
26.04	Demonstrate the ability to use manipulate lighting, audio, video, and graphics for intended effects.	
27.0	Demonstrate an understanding of employability in the digital video production industry. The student will be able to:	
27.01	Create a résumé, a list of references, and a letter of interest.	
27.02	Identify common industry-related interview questions.	
27.03	Conduct a job search.	
27.04	Create a demo reel to showcase work samples to potential customers/clients.	

2022 - 2023
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title:		Digital Video Technology 5
Course Number: 	8201450
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

Students will demonstrate professionalism, develop interviewing skills, perform on camera in video productions, and complete all phases in the digital video production process.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
28.0	Create and produce a digital video production. The student will be able to:	
28.01	Plan a production.	
28.02	Write a production.	
28.03	Direct a production.	
28.04	Record and edit a production.	
28.05	Manage and oversee a team of peers to create a production.	
29.0	Demonstrate an independent level of proficiency in a selected area of specialization. The student will be able to:	
29.01	Survey area(s) for specialization.	
29.02	Select an area(s) for specialization.	
29.03	Execute all roles in selected specialization(s) independently. 	

2022 - 2023
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title:		Digital Video Technology 6
Course Number:	8201460
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course requires the student to plan, coordinate, and manage all aspects of a video or webcast production.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
30.0	Demonstrate advanced script writing techniques. The student will be able to: 	
30.01	Write a script for a program with minimum 10 minute program length.	
30.02	Use the correct script format for the program selected (e.g., documentary and short film).	
31.0	Apply skills by producing a program. The student will be able to:	
31.01	Plan a digital video program with a minimum 10 minute program length.	
31.02	Write a digital video program with a minimum 10 minute program length.	
31.03	Direct a digital video program with a minimum 10 minute program length.	
31.04	Record a digital video program with a minimum 10 minute program length.	
31.05	Edit a digital video program with a minimum 10 minute program length.	
31.06	Distribute a digital video program on an appropriate platform.	
32.0	Perform advanced digital audio and video recording and editing operations. The student will be able to:	
32.01	Utilize the internet to search and learn current industry editing and videography trends.	
32.02	Demonstrate videography and editing proficiency through advanced techniques.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Academic Alignment

Secondary Career and Technical Education courses are pending alignment to the B.E.S.T. (Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking) Standards for English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics that were adopted by the State Board of Education in February 2020.  Academic alignment is an ongoing, collaborative effort of professional educators that provide clear expectations for progression year-to-year through course alignment. This initiative supports CTE programs by improving student performance through the integration of academic content within CTE courses.  

Florida Standards for English Language Development (ELD)
English language learners communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting. ELD.K12.SI.1.1 

English Language Development (ELD) Standards Special Notes:
Teachers are required to provide listening, speaking, reading and writing instruction that allows English language learners (ELL) to communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting.   For the given level of English language proficiency and with visual, graphic, or interactive support, students will interact with grade level words, expressions, sentences and discourse to process or produce language necessary for academic success. The ELD standard should specify a relevant content area concept or topic of study chosen by curriculum developers and teachers which maximizes an ELL’s need for communication and social skills. To access an ELL supporting document which delineates performance definitions and descriptors, please click on the following link: http://www.cpalms.org/uploads/docs/standards/eld/SI.pdf.
For additional information on the development and implementation of the ELD standards, please contact the Bureau of Student Achievement through Language Acquisition at sala@fldoe.org.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the intercurricular career and technical student organization(s) providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Cooperative Training – OJT

On-the-job training is appropriate but not required for this program.  Whenever offered, the rules, guidelines, and requirements specified in the OJT framework apply. 

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

In addition to accommodations, some secondary students with disabilities (students with an IEP served in Exceptional Student Education (ESE)) will need modifications to meet their needs.  Modifications change the outcomes or what the student is expected to learn, e.g., modifying the curriculum of a secondary career and technical education course.  Note: postsecondary curriculum and regulated secondary programs cannot be modified.

Some secondary students with disabilities (ESE) may need additional time (i.e., longer than the regular school year), to master the student performance standards associated with a regular course or a modified course.  If needed, a student may enroll in the same career and technical course more than once.  Documentation should be included in the IEP that clearly indicates that it is anticipated that the student may need an additional year to complete a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course.  The student should work on different competencies and new applications of competencies each year toward completion of the CTE course.  After achieving the competencies identified for the year, the student earns credit for the course.  It is important to ensure that credits earned by students are reported accurately.  The district’s information system must be designed to accept multiple credits for the same course number for eligible students with disabilities.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml