Digital Mass Media AAA Degree

From the very first day, you work toward a masterful portfolio that can get you your dream job. You develop a broad knowledge of the digital media industry and gain entry-level skills in:

• Video production
• Audio production
• File and data management
• Storyboarding
• Lighting
• Media writing and scripting
• Video exposure
• Sound modulation
• Color correction

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In video courses, you improve your skills in creating, designing, scripting, and editing videos. You also learn how to add special effects and create motion graphics, as well as explore different production styles.

In audio courses, you focus on making and mixing sound, mastering audio, improving sound quality, editing, and using microphones for both live and studio recordings.

In multimedia design courses, you explore different types of video production, like live events, journalism, and documentaries. You also learn how to use drones for photography and video, control motion in your projects, write for various formats, and cover social issues.

Immersive Classes: Work on creative projects that are based on real-life situations, using the newest technology and innovative techniques.

Field Trips: Explore the industry while visiting advertising agencies, recording studios, film festivals, and more.

As you work on your projects, you use the latest tools in the industry:

• still and video cameras
• lenses
• stabilizers
• camera cranes
• dollies
• rigging equipment
• lighting
• microphones
• green screens
• studio switches
• sound mixing boards

You also learn to use industry-standard software like Adobe Creative Cloud.

This program qualifies for the Future Ready Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship and will pay up to 100% of your tuition.

You must apply for, be awarded, and meet the ongoing eligibility requirements for the Last-Dollar Scholarship.

These are a few of the employers that hire Digital Mass Media graduates:

• Around the Corner Productions, Cedar Falls, IA
• Go Pro, Inc., San Mateo, CA
• InForm Creations, Cedar Falls, IA
• KWWL Television, Waterloo, IA
• Mudd Advertising, Cedar Falls, IA
• KOVR-TV CBS-13, Sacramento, CA
• KPTV FOX-12, Portland, OR

You can get right to work after your program. Or, if you plan to earn an associate degree and go on to earn a bachelor’s degree, consider your transfer options.

There is a documented pathway from Digital Mass Media to the Technology Management program at the University of Northern Iowa. Check out UNI’s transfer guide to learn more.

If you’re interested in transferring, you must work closely with a program advisor here and at the transfer institution. This is important to ensure courses transfer and you meet program requirements.

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