Entrepreneurial Photography

This program focuses on the principles and techniques of contemporary photography and the preparation of professional photographic practices. The goal is to prepare individuals for a photographic entrepreneurial environment, where they will be able to create a photography business, participate in photography related fields, or complete freelance work. Students will learn how to create individual creative and professional photographic work, how to identify trends in photography, an analysis of contemporary photography, how to start and manage a photography business, use photographic lighting equipment, professionally edit photographs using Adobe software, use photography as an art form, and to create a professional level portfolio.

15-20 students annually.

Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate the ability to create and run a photography business
• Practice advanced business topics required for a photographic freelance environment
• Understand how to maintain a consistent photographic style throughout professional photography packages to present to clients and to complete assignments
• Create a creative and consistent brand of photography that addresses the geographic need of the photographic market
• Manage photographic lighting such as portable flashes and strobes as appropriate for freelance requirements
• Analyze contemporary trends in photography and understand how to creatively create work that is original and desirable

Students take 4 core courses and 2 elective courses. No prior photography experience is needed. The combination of courses prepare students for a certificate or degree in Photography and the electives provide specialization in Entrepreneurial Photography.

Required Courses:    12 .units

Elective Courses:    6 .units

Total Program Units:      18  .units