This Certificate of Achievement is for students looking to acquire the basic skills necessary to begin a career in the broad-based field of live entertainment. Students learn the fundamentals of stage lighting, scenery construction, sound reinforcement, and rigging. In addition, students gain experience in rehearsal and performance procedures by participating in live productions at IVC's Performing Arts Center. The program includes placement in an internship with local live entertainment companies. Students completing this certificate can pursue work as an entertainment technician with employers such as regional theaters, theme parks, convention centers, concert producers, opera companies, dance companies, cruise ships, and cirque troupes.<br>Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:<br>Perform a role in a theatrical production.<br>Construct theatrical elements.<br>Manage a theatrical production.<br>Apply fundamentals of theatrical design.