Digital Media and Content Creation Minor

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The Digital Media and Content Creation minor is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in the dynamic field of digital media. This minor focuses on the principles and practices of creating engaging content across various digital platforms. Students will develop a portfolio showcasing their ability to produce high-quality digital content for a variety of industries.

Minor Requirements

Introductory Production: Choose 2

ART 108 - Photography 1 3 Semester Credit(s)
ART 118 - Introduction to Filmmaking 3 Semester Credit(s)
COM 150 - Writing for the Media 3 Semester Credit(s)
COM 215 - Studio Production 3 Semester Credit(s)
COM 250 - Design and Layout 3 Semester Credit(s)

Intermediate Production: Choose 1

Planning Note: courses below require corresponding introductory course as a prereq, so plan sequences ahead.

ART 308 - Photography 2 3 Semester Credit(s)
COM 350 - Design and Layout II 3 Semester Credit(s)
COM 360 - Journalism 3 Semester Credit(s)
COM 380 - Video Field & Postproduction 3 Semester Credit(s)

Strategic Uses of Media: Choose 2

Planning Note: COM 455 requires COM 330 or COM 332 as a prereq

COM 330 - Strategic Communication Principles 3 Semester Credit(s)
COM 332 - Strategic Communication Writing 3 Semester Credit(s)
COM 455 - ISC Strategies & Tactics 3 Semester Credit(s)

COM/ART Elective: Choose 1

Choose one 3/400-level COM or ART elective course not already taken for the minor.

Suggested Courses:
ART 421 - Photographic Essay 3 Semester Credit(s)
COM 300 - Visual Communication 3 Semester Credit(s)
COM 450 - Advanced Production: Radio and Audio 3 Semester Credit(s)
COM 460 - Adv. Film Production - Narrative 3 Semester Credit(s)
COM 462 - Adv. Film Production - Nonfiction 3 Semester Credit(s)