Multimedia Storytelling and Production Concentration
Multimedia Storytelling and Production is a flexible concentration intended for students who want to gain proficiency in delivering informational content through a variety of platforms. Students have options to develop their skills in the following areas:
- capturing video and still images
- creating documentary or shorter films
- designing visual graphics
- publishing online-specific content
- writing long-form narratives
- promoting content through social media
- telling informational stories across media platforms
The concentration is designed to prepare students for careers in video production, web publishing, content development for corporate and nonprofit PR work, and other forms of digital mass communication. For statistics about media and communication occupations, visit the Occupational Outlook Handbook from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The Multimedia Storytelling and Production concentration allows students to pursue their individual academic interests and career pathways.
A student who is primarily interested in documentary filmmaking could take these courses:
- Documentary Production I
- Documentary Production II
- Videography
- Advanced Film & Video Production
A student who is primarily interested in online content and web production could take these courses:
- Media Graphics and Technology
- Social Media and Journalism
- Digital First
- Digital Content Strategy
A student who is primarily interested in long-form journalistic writing and multimedia skills could take these courses:
- Multimedia Journalism
- Magazine Writing
- Enterprise Journalism
- Literature of Journalism
This concentration can also accommodate students who want to gain a broad base of media skills through a wide spectrum of courses, such as Magazine Writing, Digital Content Strategy, Photojournalism, and Documentary Production.
Required courses for this concentration:
Digital and Reporting Requirement (6 hours)
| Course Number | Course Title |
| JOUR 2003 or JOUR 2013 |
2003: Storytelling for Today's Media or 2013: News Reporting I |
| JOUR 2032 & 2031L or JOUR 2053 |
2032: Broadcast News Reporting I with laboratory or 2053: Multimedia Journalism |
Production & Storytelling Requirement (12 hours)
Select four courses (12 credit hours) from the list below, with at least two courses (six credit hours) numbered at the 3000-level or higher. No duplication or double-counting of courses is allowed for JOUR courses taken to meet any other requirement.
| Course Number | Course Title |
| JOUR 2003 | Storytelling for Today's Media |
| JOUR 2053 | Multimedia Journalism |
| JOUR 2063 | Media Graphics and Technology |
| JOUR 2332 & 2331L | Photo Journalism I with laboratory |
| JOUR 2453 | Introduction to Sports Television Production I |
| JOUR 3123 | Enterprise Journalism |
| JOUR 4033 | Advanced Radio News Reporting and Podcasting |
| JOUR 405V | Specialized Journalism Seminar (Approved topics include "Digital Content Strategy," "Digital First," "Documentary Production I," "Documentary Production II," and "Videography.") |
| JOUR 4073 | Social Media and Journalism |
| JOUR 4083 | Data Journalism |
| JOUR 4313 | Literature of Journalism |
| JOUR 4503 | Magazine Writing |
| JOUR 4883 | Advanced Film & Video Feature Production |
| Or other courses as approved by the School of Journalism and Strategic Media |
Journalism Electives (3 hours)
Three credit hours in JOUR or ADPR electives numbered at the 3000-level or higher.
Students are encouraged to complete an internship, whether it is taken for credit
or not.
Journalism Core Courses:
A minimum of 34 semester hours in journalism is required, including the following.
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| JOUR 1023 | Media and Society |
| JOUR 1033 | Media Writing |
| JOUR 3633 | Media Law |
| JOUR 4333 | Ethics in Journalism |
| JOUR 4981 (See advisor for enrollment) |
Journalism Writing Requirement |
A minimum grade of C is required in all journalism courses that serve as prerequisites for advanced journalism courses. In certain cases, a minimum grade of B is required. Students must select a sequence when they enter the department.
Cultural Diversity Requirement - All majors are required to complete a 3-credit cultural diversity course. Students should consult their academic advisor for approved courses.
Digital Requirement - Students should consult the University Catalog and their academic advisor for guidance on completing the digital requirement for each JOUR concentration or the ADPR major.
GSP Requirement - Students who major or minor in journalism or advertising/public relations need to fulfill the School of Journalism’s grammar, spelling and punctuation (GSP) requirement.
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