Arts, A/V Technology & CommunicationsVirginia

A/V Technology & Film in Virginia

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Virginia's A/V Technology & Film pathway develops expertise in audio and video production, equipment operation, post-production editing, and digital storytelling. With growing demand for content creators and video production professionals, this pathway prepares students for careers in media, entertainment, and corporate communications.

Students learn audio engineering, video recording and editing, lighting design, cinematography, script development, and production management. They produce professional-quality videos, podcasts, and multimedia content through hands-on projects and partnerships with media companies and content creators.

Graduates work as video editors, audio engineers, camera operators, production assistants, or content creators. Virginia's growing digital media sector and corporate training industry offer expanding opportunities. Advanced students pursue film and media programs at Virginia Commonwealth University, James Madison University, and other institutions.

A/V Technology & Film at a Glance

4

Courses

8

Credentials

4

Career Paths

State Standards & Framework

Virginia's A/V technology standards emphasize both technical skills and creative production principles. Standards address equipment operation, post-production software, safety protocols, and professional production practices.

Students demonstrate competency through production projects, editing portfolios, and technical skill assessments. The state partners with media companies and content creators for industry-aligned instruction.

View Virginia CTE Framework →

Typical Course Sequence

Course
Audio and Video Fundamentals
Video Production and Cinematography
Post-Production Editing
Advanced Media Production

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Industry Certifications & Credentials

Career Opportunities

Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.

Video Editor

Entry Level
$68,470in Virginia
National: $50,230+36%

Salary range: $68,470 - $88,310

+3.2% growth300 openings/yr
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Camera Operator

Entry Level
$46,300in Virginia
National: $48,060-4%

Salary range: $46,300 - $83,200

-4.2% growth2,000 openings/yr
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Audio Engineer

Experienced
$50,990in Virginia
National: $54,830-7%

Salary range: $46,290 - $59,560

+3.4% growth3,300 openings/yr
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Production Manager

Experienced
$123,060in Virginia
National: $121,440+1%

Salary range: $95,570 - $155,150

+2.7% growth1,300 openings/yr
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Work-Based Learning Opportunities

Students intern at media production companies, television stations, corporate media departments, and entertainment companies throughout Virginia.

Career & Technical Student Organization

Students in this pathway can participate in DECA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.

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