Program Overview
The Associate of Science (AS) degree in Journalism & Digital Media introduces students to multimedia journalism and media content creation including video, audio, and social media. Students in the program learn through exciting hands-on opportunities both in the field and in studios in addition to the opportunities they have to explore media and journalism history and theory in the classroom. Students completing the program will be well prepared to enter careers in several areas of media content creation or for further study in programs such as communication, journalism, television, social media, broadcasting, and public relations. Students will have the opportunity to create media in the Student Media Center contributing to The Globe student news, RadioSLCC, a number of student-produced TV and web shows, and social media platforms. Best of all, the Journalism & Digital Media program is housed at the South City Campus, Center for Arts and Media, offering students the most state-of-the-art production facilities of any Utah State Higher Education institution.
Career Opportunities
Media Content Writer, Media Content Creator for video, audio or social media, TV Studio Crew member, News Editor, Copy Editor/Proofreader, Radio operations crew, Radio DJ, Podcast Producer, Media Producer, Radio Promotions Director, Production Manager, Promotion Editor, Public and Media Relations, Copywriter, Radio Promotions, Journalist/Reporter, Social Media Director, Sports Announcer, TV/Video Editor, Videographer/TV Photojournalist, TV Promotions.
Demonstrate a solid foundational understanding media production, journalism, media markets and management and communication technology.
Write effectively for academic and public audiences incorporating authoritative resources.
What You Will Learn
- Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the media production/design process and will produce professional quality projects with employment or transfer goals.
- Show a high level of media literacy by demonstrating: a professional level understanding of the production/design process, solving media communication problems creatively and logically, and becoming active participants rather than passive consumers of media.
- Demonstrate use of proper industry terminology, which will allow them to communicate effectively with other similarly engaged professionals.
- Exhibit professionalism by creating and delivering presentations and productions containing strong oral and visual components; by learning to work cooperatively within teams and groups; by interacting with the public in an ethical manner; and understand how media influences society.
- Acquire the knowledge of and apply mass media and design theories, such as Information Theory, Diffusion of Innovation Theory, Communication Privacy Management Theory, Cultivation Analysis Theory, Uses and Gratifications Theory, Technological Determinism, Visual Design Theory (space, line, shape, scale, proportion, balance, rhythm, perspective, harmony and variety), Semiotics, Social Learning Theory, and Media Equation Theory.
- Demonstrate a substantive knowledge of practices that will prepare them for employment in the media production field.
- Showcase professional media elements/projects in a digital portfolio that can be used for job applications and interviews.
- Demonstrate the ability to understand and adapt to new communication technologies, issues, and trends.
- Develop an understanding of cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity through media consumption, analysis, and production.
- Understand audience demographics and craft targeted media messages.
Estimated Cost
Course fees: $215.00
Supplies: $35.00
Note: Fees vary based upon specific registration and are subject to changes.
Career Outlook
Some careers shown require further education beyond this program.
Additional Information
The AS requires a minimum of 60 semester credit hours with a cumulative grade-point average of 2.0 or better. Elective hours may be selected from department-approved lists to emphasize the student's interest area within communication.