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Intro to Media Careers

Intro to Media Careers

Intro to Media Careers (IMC) explores digital literacy, design principles, media production, intellectual property, and career pathways in the Arts, Entertainment, and Design cluster.

Unit 1: Digital Foundations
What a Computer Is Doing
Hardware, CPU, RAM, storage, and GPU fundamentals.
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Operating Systems
Windows, macOS, Linux, and OS file management differences.
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The AME Cluster
CTE pathways, industry sectors, and focus area career maps.
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Build Your Portfolio
Set up your Google Sites portfolio homepage and bio.
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Unit 2: Design & The Creative Process
Elements of Art
Line, shape, form, value, space, color, and texture.
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Principles of Design
Balance, contrast, emphasis, movement, pattern, and rhythm.
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Mood Board Gathering
Reference board assembly using PureRef and Google Sites.
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Unit 3: Storytelling Across Media
What Makes a Story
Storytelling premises, theme, character motivation, and conflict.
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Shot Types & Framing
Wide shots, medium shots, close-ups, and camera positioning.
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Storyboard Sequence
Create a 6-panel storyboard sequence with shot notes.
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Unit 4: Careers & Media Literacy
Reading an O*NET Entry
O*NET codes, median salaries, and career outlook data.
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O*NET Research Report
Investigate 2 AME pathway careers and publish to portfolio.
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Unit 5: Law, Ethics & AI
Copyright Basics
Original authorship, copyright protections, and public domain.
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Fair Use: The 4 Factors
Transformative use, market impact, and parody analysis.
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Fair Use Case Analysis
Evaluate copyright scenarios using the 4 factors.
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Unit 6: Production & The Pitch
Production Phases
Pre-production, production, post-production, and launch.
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Pitching a Concept
Pitch decks, elevator pitches, and presentation craft.
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Concept Deck Pitch
Present a final project concept deck to the class.
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Game Art & Design 2