Digital and Interactive Media Production, A.S. Degree

Program Information

A.S. Degree - Code 223700 - Catalog 2021/2022

Trent Berning, Interim Chairperson, 386-506-3276, Trent.Berning@daytonastate.edu

Bradley Moody, Assistant Chair, 386-506-4469, Bradley.Moody@daytonastate.edu

Cathy Shone, 386-506-3581, Cathy.Shone@daytonastate.edu

Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes

Mission:

The mission of the program is to equip students with skills that prepares them for entry-level positions in media, multimedia, and interactive media editors, producers and related professions; embracing excellence and diversity.

Description:

This program focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the media production industry; audience analysis and estimation, media literacy, interpersonal and business communications, employability skills, portfolio development, community and multicultural sensitivity and environmental issues. Throughout the program, students will build a portfolio highlighting multimedia skills. The program culminates in a final capstone project.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  1. Explain the functions of hardware and software as relate to multi-media production and delivery.

  2. Demonstrate professional interpersonal and business communications skills in a diverse environment.

  3. Employ team skills in the production of multi-media projects.

  4. During the planning process for multi-media projects, critically evaluate relevant information and assets for targeted audiences.

  5. Fuse theoretical knowledge with the use of contemporary technologies to conceive, develop, produce, and present multi-media projects.

  6. Evaluate audience feedback and analytics of the multi-media projects.

     

Financial Aid

This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.

Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing their FAFSA at http://www.fafsa.gov. For more information on grants, loads and work programs available see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at http://www.daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the may Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: http://daytonastate.edu/scholarships.

Approximate Additional Costs

Lab Fees: $267 over the entire program

Equipment Estimate: $400 for DSLR or $100 for start-up equipment through rental program

Minor Equipment and Other Supplies: estimated $400 over the entire program

Textbook Estimate: $250 per semester

Additional Admission Requirements

  • All new and transfer students are required to meet with the Chair or Program Coordinator prior to registration. Please call or email for an appointment for an hour-long consultation and tour of the facilities.

Careers

Correspondent

Graphic Designer

Multimedia Assistant

Multimedia Designer

Social Media Assistant

Video Editor

Videographer

Web Designer

Website Manager

Note: Need help preparing for your job search? Login to Daytona State's Career Services Online (CSO) to create your personal career account, or email your Daytona State College Career Advisor.

General Education Courses

General Education Core - 15 Credits

Communication Core (6 credits)

ENC1101Introduction to Composition

3

SPC2608Oral Communications/Research/Presentation Skills

3

Mathematics Core (3 credits)

MGF2106Survey in Mathematics

3

OR

MAC1105College Algebra

3

Social Sciences Core (3 Credits)

PSY1012General Psychology

3

OR

SYG2000Introduction to Sociology

3

Humanities Core (3 Credits)

ARH2050Survey of Art History I

3

Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.

Program Specific Courses

DIG2000Introduction to Digital Media

3

DIG2500Fundamentals of Interactive Media

3

PGY1800Photography and Image Making

4

ART1201CDesign I and Lab

3

GRA1543Graphic Design Studio

3

MUC2301Introduction to Electronic Music Production

3

MAR2101Social Media Marketing

3

DIG2153Writing for Media

3

MUM2630CSound for Media

3

DIG2030Fundamentals of Digital Video

3

GRA2134Interactive Design

3

DIG2203Intermediate Digital Video Production

4

DIG2974Interactive Media Capstone

4

DIG2940Internship in Digital Media

3

Sample Program of Study

Year 1

1st Semester

DIG2000Introduction to Digital Media

3

ENC1101Introduction to Composition

3

DIG2500Fundamentals of Interactive Media

3

PGY1800Photography and Image Making

4

ART1201CDesign I and Lab

3

2nd Semester

ARH2050Survey of Art History I

3

GRA1543Graphic Design Studio

3

 

MGF2106Survey in Mathematics

3

OR

MAC1105College Algebra

3

 

MUC2301Introduction to Electronic Music Production

3

Summer Semester

MAR2101Social Media Marketing

3

SPC2608Oral Communications/Research/Presentation Skills

3

Year 2

1st Semester

DIG2153Writing for Media

3

MUM2630CSound for Media

3

DIG2030Fundamentals of Digital Video

3

GRA2134Interactive Design

3

2nd Semester

PSY1012General Psychology

3

OR

SYG2000Introduction to Sociology

3

 

DIG2203Intermediate Digital Video Production

4

DIG2974Interactive Media Capstone

4

DIG2940Internship in Digital Media

3

Note: Sequence of courses may vary. Check catalog course descriptions for requisite requirements.

Total Credit Hours: 60