Digital and Interactive Media Production, A.S. Degree

Program Information

A.S. Degree - Code 223700 - Catalog 2023/2024

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 prepare 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 the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.

Approximate Additional Costs

Lab Fees:  $481-$544  over the entire program 
Laptop Estimate:  Price fluctuates with technology changes. Please contact the Assistant Chair
Minor Equipment and Other Supplies Estimate: $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

Branded Content Specialist

Digital Content Creator

Digital Designer

Graphic Designer

Multimedia Designer

Post Producer

Social Media Coordinator

UX/UI Designer

Video Editor

Videographer

Visuals Studio Assistant

  

Note: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.

 

General Education Courses

General Education Core - 15 Credits

Communication Core (3 credits)

ENC1101Introduction to Composition

3

 

Mathematics Core (3 credits)

Choose One Course

MGF2106Survey in Mathematics

3

MAC1105College Algebra

3

 

Natural Sciences Core (3 credits)

Choose One Course
AST1002Astronomy

3

BSC1005Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors)

3

CHM1020Chemistry in Society

3

EVR2001Introduction to Environmental Science

3

PHY1020Energy and its Environmental Effects

3

 

Humanities Core (3 Credits)

ARH1000Art Appreciation

3

 

Social Sciences Core (3 Credits)

Choose One Course

AMH2020United States History 1865 to Present

3

POS2041American Federal Government

3

AMH2020, POS2041: These courses satisfy the Civic Literacy Competency graduation requirement.

 

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

DIG2151Writing 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

MUM2630CSound for Media

3

GRA1543Graphic Design Studio

3

Mathematics Core

3

MUC2301Introduction to Electronic Music Production

3

 

Summer Semester

MAR2101Social Media Marketing

3

Natural Sciences Core

3

 

Year 2

1st Semester

DIG2151Writing for Media

3

ARH1000Art Appreciation

3

DIG2030Fundamentals of Digital Video

3

GRA2134Interactive Design

3

 

2nd Semester

Social Sciences Core - Civic Literacy (AMH2020 or POS2041)

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