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Media Studies: TV/Video is a highly specialized program, allowing students to work with state-of-the-art equipment while learning first-hand the skills needed to succeed in all aspects of storytelling in video, television/cable, and new media applications.
Students build proficiencies in courses such as studio and field production, video editing, and scriptwriting, from beginning through advanced production classes. This skill sets benefit students, independent filmmakers, freelance producers, and young professionals who wish to pursue careers in news, documentaries, and sports.
91茄子 has a strong Media Studies program, providing students' valuable hands-on experience on IWTV and social media channels.
Job Outlook
+5.3% projected change in job outlook from 2023-2033 from the National Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What will you do
This program is designed for students intending to enter the workforce upon completion of this two-year degree. Graduates are qualified to work as a camera operator, editor, control room operator, and assistant producers in TV and news. Graduates also have many opportunities in freelance work, including specializations in sports marketing, weddings, advertising, film, web site production, and more.
Wages
- Entry: $16.85
- Average: $23.06
- Experienced: $26.16
First Semester | ||||
| MMS 113聽-聽Introduction to Media Production | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MMS 123聽-聽Electronic Media Performance | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| ENG 105聽-聽Composition I | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| SPC 112聽-聽Public Speaking | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| JOU 110聽-聽Introduction to Mass Media | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 15.0 Credits | ||||
Second Semester | ||||
| MMS 114聽-聽Media Production II | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MMS 134聽-聽Media Writing | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MMS 204聽-聽New Media Production | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MMS 296聽-聽Video Practicum I | 1.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MMS 316聽-聽Broadcasting and Streaming Online | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| PHI 211聽-聽Ethics in the Media | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 16.0 Credits | ||||
Third Semester | ||||
| MMS 202聽-聽Social Media Marketing | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MMS 231聽-聽Advanced Video Production I | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MMS 297聽-聽Video Practicum II | 1.0 Credit(s) | |||
| ART 125聽-聽Digital Media | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| HUM 122聽-聽American Film | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MAT 711聽-聽Business and Financial Mathematics | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 16.0 Credits | ||||
Fourth Semester | ||||
| MMS 190聽-聽Broadcast Promotions | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MMS 301聽-聽Video Practicum III | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MMS 312聽-聽Photojournalism | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MMS 933聽-聽Media Studies Internship | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 195聽-聽Workplace Empowerment | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 13.0 Credits | ||||
Total Semester Hours Required: 60.0 | ||||
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Program Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of the program students will:
- Use digital editing software to produce professional quality materials.
- Write in a variety of styles for use in the media.
- Create a post-graduation packet including a resume, cover letter, demo, and web/social media components.
- Demonstrate vocal performance ability.
- Use studio and field production equipment to produce video stories.
- Analyze the significance of mass media and its role in society.
Program Disclaimers
- Wage data was obtained from OEWS (occupational employment and wage statistics) through Iowa Workforce Development.