Media Production Major
Department: Communication
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
| 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 | |
| Podcasting & Audio Storytelling | ||
| Documentary Production | ||
| Advanced Studio Production | ||
| Advanced Field Production | ||
| Communication Internship | ||
| Studies Electives (choose one): | 3.0 | |
| Media Aesthetics | ||
| Film History | ||
| Communication Law and Ethics | ||
| Streaming | ||
| Media Distribution and Promotion | ||
| Total Hours | 42 | |