All too often, people looking for a career behind the scenes in the entertainment industry find themselves adding a degree in technology to their
resume without any specialization. Now, Lone Star College in Montgomery, Texas, is highlighting its live entertainment technology certificate program as one of the few in the country that focuses on the field.
The offering, which was formerly known as the audio visual specialist program, trains students to design, set-up and operate the equipment needed to run live productions.
Program director Rob Kreps told the Woodlands Texas Online that the program offers a wide range of courses needed to work in entertainment technical support and design.
“It’s more than just plugging in some lights and having a player for music,” Rob Kreps added. “We are talking about some very intricate and highly technical computerized systems that work together to provide the best sound and lighting experience.”
There are 3 levels of training available in the certificate program, all of which can be applied to an associate's degree in a related field including computer information, and technical theater design.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that job opportunities for entertainment designers are expected to grow by 18% through 2018.
Now, Lone Star College in Montgomery, Texas, is highlighting its live entertainment technology certificate program as one of the few in the country that focuses on the field.
The offering, which was formerly known as the audio visual specialist program, trains students to design, set-up and operate the equipment needed to run live productions.
Program director Rob Kreps told the Woodlands Texas Online that the program offers a wide range of courses needed to work in entertainment technical support and design.
“It’s more than just plugging in some lights and having a player for music,” Rob Kreps added. “We are talking about some very intricate and highly technical computerized systems that work together to provide the best sound and lighting experience.”
There are 3 levels of training available in the certificate program, all of which can be applied to an associate's degree in a related field including computer information, and technical theater design.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that job opportunities for entertainment designers are expected to grow by 18% through 2018.