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Media Production

Associate of Arts

 

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The Media Production curriculum provides students with background and hands-on training in video, film, and audio. The AA degree provides a fundamental course of study and training in basic skills for students who plan to continue study at a four-year institution, expect to enter a professional training program in the media production industry, or wish to seek professional employment in media production for the arts or for interactive, commercial, industrial, or educational production and distribution. Students develop technical skills, writing skills, aesthetic values, and professional attitudes supported by highly committed faculty with practical experience in the field of production. The attainment of media content production skills is demonstrated in a digital portfolio designed to support transfer application or a job search.

Completion of all curriculum requirements will lead to the award of the associate of arts (A.A.). All students should meet with an academic advisor in the Media Arts & Technologies Department to make an academic plan and to discuss career or transfer goals.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:​​​​​​​

  • Successfully record video and audio in studio and on location with various professional cameras, microphones, lights, and recording devices.
  • Write content for broadcast, social media, and Internet conferences and webinars to engage, inform, or entertain. 
  • Produce and edit segments and programs of various lengths for the media production industry, social media, and the Internet.
  • Demonstrate the ability to successfully meet production deadlines through leadership, an understanding of technical and logistic issues, and planning and preparation. 
  • Create a portfolio that reflects the rapidly changing structure of the media content production industry and its employment opportunities.

 

Program Advising

Meet with your academic advisor regularly to discuss your academic plans and make sure you are on track to graduate and/or transfer. 

Transfer Opportunities

MC has a long history of successfully preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions. See all transfer agreements.

Careers

For some positions listed, a bachelor's degree or higher may be required. Use the Career and Program Explorer to see a full report for this career field. See links below chart for further guidance and/or connect with a Program Advisor to discuss career goals.

Careers include production assistant, producer, multimedia digital designer, digital media producer, art director, video producer, videographer, and media production specialist. Some require a Bachelor’s degree.

  • MC Student Employment Services: Speak with the Student Employment Specialist for help with resume writing, interviewing, setting up a College Central Network (CCN)new window account and other job search topics.
  • Career Coach: Explore Career Coach to learn more about this career and/or discover related majors and in-demand careers based on your current interests! Take a Career Assessment and then browse careers and job opportunities in the area.

Curriculum

Suggest Course Sequence: Media Production

A suggested two-year course sequence for students in Media Production

How To Apply and Register

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MC offers a wide variety of noncredit classes. These courses are designed to help you upgrade your skills, pursue career training, or learn something new.