Digital Media Arts

One- or two-year program offered to juniors and seniors. This course is for students eager to explore the world of digital media and entrepreneurship. This hands-on program equips students with essential skills in graphic design, photography, video & sound production, digital drawing, motion graphics, animation, and interactive media design including gaming and website design. Coursework includes learning camera control, lighting, composition, file management, and image manipulation for digital photography, along with video editing techniques for film, TV, and web. Students will also dive into 2D, 3D, and practical animation styles, as well as web and app and website creation, with a focus on technical skills, visual storytelling, social impact, and ethics. Students will also be introduced to digital drawing techniques, composition tools, color theory and the effective use of social media. Second year students can choose to work on a capstone project, including projects for businesses or organizations. Qualifying WACC students may earn up to 12 college credits taking the Digital Media Arts class. 

12 Dual Credits possible with SVCC: MCC 103-Digital Photography, MCC 105-Motion Graphics, MCC 236-Film and Video, MCC 238-Interactive Media Design