Visual Media B.A.
Program Snapshot:
Type:
Bachelor of Arts
Format:
In Person
Program Length:
120 Credit Hours
Program Overview
Finish your story.
The Visual Media program includes three tracks:
Digital Cinema
There’s nothing quite so thrilling as the hush of the set and the call of ‘Action!’ In the Digital Cinema track, you’ll learn the art and craft of filmmaking, including screenwriting, cinematography, editing, and sound. Students direct several short films, working with actors and crews and shooting with professional digital equipment.
Animation
In the animation track, you’ll learn drawing and animation skills in the production of 2D animated shorts. You’ll also enhance your films with motion graphics and visual effects work, add soundtracks and music, and turn your creativity into rich visual productions.
Photo Doc
This track prepares students for work in both photography and videography, including photography projects and techniques, and strategies for event videography and non-narrative storytelling.
Career Outlook
A Bachelor of Arts in Visual Media equips students with the creative and technical skills to thrive in today’s fast-paced world of digital storytelling, design, and communication. Through hands-on experience in video production, photography, graphic design, and emerging media, graduates are prepared for roles such as videographer, multimedia designer, content creator, or digital marketing specialist.
Whether crafting compelling visual narratives, shaping brand identities, or pushing the boundaries of digital expression, a Visual Media BA empowers students to inform, inspire, and engage audiences across platforms.
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Curriculum & Requirements
For details about the expectations of this program, view the core curriculum and graduation requirements: