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Video Arts and Technology
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This program, administered by the Media Arts and Technology Department, provides a dynamic education in video, audio and television production. The program prepares students for positions in entertainment, journalism, audiovisual production, broadcast and cable networks, and corporate communications departments. It combines extensive hands-on experience with theoretical coursework in a comprehensive academic program. VAT students work in a digital environment in BMCC’s state of the art television studios, audio studio, and postproduction laboratories. Students learn the entire process for creating professional video and audio programs from writing a script and creating a budget, to shooting a scene and editing a final cut.Upon successful completion of the requirements listed below, students earn an Associate in Science (A.S.) degree. Most VAT courses are restricted to students enrolled in the program.