The Live Entertainment Design and Production Associate in Science (A.S.) degree program at Valencia College prepares you to go directly into a specialized career in the entertainment industry.
This program is one of only a handful in the country, and the only one in Central Florida that trains students to work in all facets of the entertainment industry. From designing and constructing scenery to rigging and operating lighting and sound equipment, you'll gain hands-on experience working on real Valencia College productions. When you graduate, you'll have the skills you need to work independently or as part of a creative team to produce live shows for concerts, theater, theme parks and corporate events.
Specializations Available:
Audio Visual Event Production
Live Show Production
Production Design
Career Outlook
Learn How To
Design, construct and install scenery for entertainment events.
Design lighting for entertainment events and themed attractions.
Install and operate theatrical sound equipment and design special effects.
Install, program and operate intelligent lighting fixtures for concert events.
Set up and operate the theatrical aspects of convention events.
Job Outlook
With Orlando as a leading destination for entertainment and conventions, it's a great place to train for and find careers in entertainment design. Exciting career choices are available in theme parks, convention services, theaters, film companies, TV stations, musical companies and attractions. Valencia College graduates are employed in a majority of Central Florida's cultural and entertainment enterprises.
Potential Careers
Set Design Assistant
Light Technician
Sound Technician
Theater Technician
Sound Effects Specialist
Stage Manager
Technical Director