Media Production major develops versatile creators who embody the technical acumen, foundational education, and collaborative mindset necessary for multi-platform storytelling. The curriculum prioritizes hands-on experiential learning experiences that utilize cutting-edge equipment within the John C. Hench Production Arts Studio and decode each step of the production process. 

Courses introduce students to various storytelling techniques that lead to the production of live multi-camera news broadcasts, single-camera dramatic narratives, and journalistic audio documentaries. Students likewise learn the historical and theoretical tenets of media production, as well as encounter work made by a diverse range of professionals from around the world. The program also underscores the skills necessary for the teamwork environments of the media industries: active communication, emotional intelligence, problem-solving, and conflict resolution. Students develop these collaborative skills in concert with their creative instincts and core knowledge, preparing them to succeed within crews of all types and sizes.

Total Hours Required for Major: 42

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Required COM Core
COM 101	Survey of Communication	3.0
COM 300	Communication Theory	3.0
COM 417	Issues and Perspectives in Communication	3.0
Major Requirements
COM 112	Introduction to Media Production	3.0
COM 201	Journalistic Writing	3.0
COM 203	Media Industries	3.0
COM 204	Audio Production	3.0
COM 314	Studio Production	3.0
COM 335	Field Production	3.0
COM 409	Advanced Screenwriting Workshop	3.0
COM 445	Short Film Production	3.0
Elective Courses
Production electives (select two):		6.0
COM 308	Podcasting & Audio Storytelling
COM 375	Documentary Production
COM 414	Advanced Studio Production
COM 435	Advanced Field Production
COM 495	Communication Internship
Studies Electives (choose one):		3.0
CFA 221	Media Aesthetics
CFA 250	Film History
COM 330	Communication Law and Ethics
COM 350	Streaming
COM 450	Media Distribution and Promotion
Total Hours		42