Media Studies and Production

Why Study Media Studies and Production at LSC?

This program is designed to prepare the graduate for a wide variety of positions in media production. Graduates are trained for jobs ranging from on-air personalities to positions on production or news teams. Graduates can also gain skills needed for careers in multimedia and film style production. Lake Superior College media studies students receive valuable hands-on experience in LSC’s own audio and video studios, as well as through internships and experiences at local broadcast stations and media agencies.

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Below you will find the Career Field and Career Cluster that this program is related to. Learn more about if this career area fits your interests!

Arts, Communications, and Information Systems

Is Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications right for you?

Arts, audio/video technology, and communications workers use creativity and their talents on the job. You might work for an audience as a performer or artist. This includes painters, dancers, sculptors, actors, and singers. Or, you might work behind the scenes to make a performance successful. This includes set designers, editors, broadcast technicians, and camera operators.

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$40/hr

Median annual salary/wage for
Media Programming Directors
in the United States

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8%

Projected job growth
in the next decade

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168K

Media Programming Directors are currently employed

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Job Tasks and Activities for Media Programming Directors

Act as a liaison between talent and directors, providing information that performers or guests need to prepare for appearances and communicating relevant information from guests, performers, or staff to directors.
Check completed program logs for accuracy and conformance with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and regulations and resolve program log inaccuracies.
Conduct interviews for broadcasts.
Confer with directors and production staff to discuss issues, such as production and casting problems, budgets, policies, and news coverage.
Coordinate activities between departments, such as news and programming.
Coordinate logistics for productions or events.
Coordinate reporting or editing activities.
Cue announcers, actors, performers, and guests.
Determine presentation subjects or content.
Develop budgets for programming and broadcasting activities and monitor expenditures to ensure that they remain within budgetary limits.
Develop ideas for programs and features that a station could produce.
Develop promotional strategies or plans.
Develop promotions for current programs and specials.
Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in broadcast news, sports, or programming.
Direct fundraising or financing activities.
Direct productions or performances.
Direct setup of remote facilities and install or cancel programs at remote stations.
Discuss production content and progress with others.
Edit audio or video recordings.
Establish work schedules and assign work to staff members.
Evaluate new and existing programming to assess suitability and the need for changes, using information such as audience surveys and feedback.
Interview others for news or entertainment purposes.
Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
Maintain logs of production activities.
Maintain recording or broadcasting equipment.
Manage content of broadcasts or presentations.
Manage operations of artistic or entertainment departments or organizations.
Monitor and review programming to ensure that schedules are met, guidelines are adhered to, and performances are of adequate quality.
Monitor network transmissions for advisories concerning daily program schedules, program content, special feeds, or program changes.
Operate and maintain on-air and production audio equipment.
Operate communications, transmissions, or broadcasting equipment.
Participate in the planning and execution of fundraising activities.
Perform personnel duties, such as hiring staff and evaluating work performance.
Plan and schedule programming and event coverage, based on broadcast length, time availability, and other factors, such as community needs, ratings data, and viewer demographics.
Prepare copy and edit tape so that material is ready for broadcasting.
Read news, read or record public service and promotional announcements, or perform other on-air duties.
Report news to the public.
Review information about programs and schedules to ensure accuracy and provide such information to local media outlets.
Select materials or props.
Select staff, team members, or performers.
Select, acquire, and maintain programs, music, films, and other needed materials and obtain legal clearances for their use as necessary.
Verify accuracy of data.

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Skills for Media Programming Directors

In order of importance

Speaking
Talking to others.
Importance: 81/100
Judgment and Decision Making
Thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one.
Importance: 78/100
Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.
Importance: 78/100
Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
Importance: 78/100
Coordination
Changing what is done based on other people's actions.
Importance: 75/100
Time Management
Managing your time and the time of other people.
Importance: 75/100
Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.
Importance: 72/100
Management of Personnel Resources
Selecting and managing the best workers for a job.
Importance: 72/100
Active Learning
Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.
Importance: 72/100
Monitoring
Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements.
Importance: 72/100
Complex Problem Solving
Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.
Importance: 69/100
Social Perceptiveness
Understanding people's reactions.
Importance: 69/100
Writing
Writing things for co-workers or customers.
Importance: 69/100
Negotiation
Bringing people together to solve differences.
Importance: 66/100
Systems Evaluation
Measuring how well a system is working and how to improve it.
Importance: 56/100
Systems Analysis
Figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it.
Importance: 56/100
Persuasion
Talking people into changing their minds or their behavior.
Importance: 56/100
Learning Strategies
Using the best training or teaching strategies for learning new things.
Importance: 50/100
Operations Analysis
Figuring out what a product or service needs to be able to do.
Importance: 50/100
Instructing
Teaching people how to do something.
Importance: 50/100
Service Orientation
Looking for ways to help people.
Importance: 50/100
Management of Material Resources
Managing equipment and materials.
Importance: 50/100
Management of Financial Resources
Making spending decisions and keeping track of what is spent.
Importance: 44/100
Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.
Importance: 35/100
Operation and Control
Using equipment or systems.
Importance: 31/100
Quality Control Analysis
Testing how well a product or service works.
Importance: 31/100
Mathematics
Using math to solve problems.
Importance: 25/100
Technology Design
Making equipment and technology useful for customers.
Importance: 19/100
Programming
Writing computer programs.
Importance: 13/100
Science
Using scientific rules and strategies to solve problems.
Importance: 10/100
Troubleshooting
Figuring out what is causing equipment, machines, wiring, or computer programs to not work.
Importance: 10/100

The O*NET database contains a rich set of variables that describe work and worker characteristics, including skill requirements.

Occupation data (titles, sample titles, descriptions, daily work activities, knowledge, skills, abilities, tasks, related occupations, technologies and tools, and work values) come from the O*NET 29.0 Database (www.onetcenter.org/database.html) by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Current as of October 2024.

Knowledge for Media Programming Directors

In order of importance

Communications and Media
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Importance: 97/100
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Importance: 87/100
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Importance: 84/100
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Importance: 73/100
Telecommunications
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Importance: 72/100
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Importance: 71/100
Sales and Marketing
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
Importance: 68/100
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Importance: 61/100
Administrative
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
Importance: 60/100
Personnel and Human Resources
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
Importance: 60/100
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Importance: 59/100
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Importance: 55/100
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Importance: 53/100
Law and Government
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Importance: 49/100
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Importance: 48/100
Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Importance: 46/100
Economics and Accounting
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Importance: 40/100
Fine Arts
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
Importance: 38/100
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Importance: 38/100
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Importance: 36/100
Sociology and Anthropology
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
Importance: 32/100
Philosophy and Theology
Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
Importance: 31/100
Geography
Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
Importance: 29/100
History and Archeology
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
Importance: 26/100
Transportation
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
Importance: 24/100
Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Importance: 20/100
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Importance: 20/100
Physics
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
Importance: 17/100
Foreign Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
Importance: 12/100
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Importance: 12/100
Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Importance: 11/100
Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Importance: 11/100
Food Production
Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
Importance: 9/100

The O*NET database contains a rich set of variables that describe work and worker characteristics, including skill requirements.

Occupation data (titles, sample titles, descriptions, daily work activities, knowledge, skills, abilities, tasks, related occupations, technologies and tools, and work values) come from the O*NET 29.0 Database (www.onetcenter.org/database.html) by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Current as of October 2024.

Physical Abilities for Media Programming Directors

In order of importance

Oral Expression
Communicating by speaking.
Importance: 81/100
Oral Comprehension
Listening and understanding what people say.
Importance: 81/100
Problem Sensitivity
Noticing when problems happen.
Importance: 78/100
Written Expression
Communicating by writing.
Importance: 78/100
Written Comprehension
Reading and understanding what is written.
Importance: 78/100
Fluency of Ideas
Coming up with lots of ideas.
Importance: 72/100
Speech Clarity
Speaking clearly.
Importance: 72/100
Deductive Reasoning
Using rules to solve problems.
Importance: 69/100
Originality
Creating new and original ideas.
Importance: 69/100
Near Vision
Seeing details up close.
Importance: 69/100
Speech Recognition
Recognizing spoken words.
Importance: 69/100
Information Ordering
Ordering or arranging things.
Importance: 66/100
Inductive Reasoning
Making general rules or coming up with answers from lots of detailed information.
Importance: 66/100
Category Flexibility
Grouping things in different ways.
Importance: 60/100
Selective Attention
Paying attention to something without being distracted.
Importance: 53/100
Time Sharing
Doing two or more things at the same time.
Importance: 50/100
Far Vision
Seeing details that are far away.
Importance: 50/100
Flexibility of Closure
Seeing hidden patterns.
Importance: 47/100
Speed of Closure
Quickly knowing what you are looking at.
Importance: 44/100
Memorization
Remembering words, numbers, pictures, or steps.
Importance: 44/100
Visualization
Imagining how something will look after it is moved around or changed.
Importance: 41/100
Number Facility
Adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing.
Importance: 38/100
Mathematical Reasoning
Choosing the right type of math to solve a problem.
Importance: 38/100
Perceptual Speed
Quickly comparing groups of letters, numbers, pictures, or other things.
Importance: 35/100
Control Precision
Quickly changing the controls of a machine, car, truck or boat.
Importance: 35/100
Auditory Attention
Paying attention to one sound while there are other distracting sounds.
Importance: 35/100
Visual Color Discrimination
Noticing the difference between colors, including shades and brightness.
Importance: 31/100
Finger Dexterity
Putting together small parts with your fingers.
Importance: 31/100
Reaction Time
Quickly moving your hand, finger, or foot based on a sound, light, picture or other command.
Importance: 28/100
Arm-Hand Steadiness
Keeping your arm or hand steady.
Importance: 28/100
Hearing Sensitivity
Telling the difference between sounds.
Importance: 28/100
Depth Perception
Deciding which thing is closer or farther away from you, or deciding how far away it is from you.
Importance: 25/100
Manual Dexterity
Holding or moving items with your hands.
Importance: 25/100
Wrist-Finger Speed
Making fast, simple, repeated movements of your fingers, hands, and wrists.
Importance: 22/100
Rate Control
Changing when and how fast you move based on how something else is moving.
Importance: 19/100
Response Orientation
Quickly deciding if you should move your hand, foot, or other body part.
Importance: 19/100
Multilimb Coordination
Using your arms and/or legs together while sitting, standing, or lying down.
Importance: 13/100
Trunk Strength
Using your lower back and stomach.
Importance: 13/100
Speed of Limb Movement
Quickly moving your arms and legs.
Importance: 10/100
Sound Localization
Noticing the direction that a sound came from.
Importance: 3/100
Dynamic Strength
Exercising for a long time without your muscles getting tired.
Importance: 3/100

The O*NET database contains a rich set of variables that describe work and worker characteristics, including skill requirements.

Occupation data (titles, sample titles, descriptions, daily work activities, knowledge, skills, abilities, tasks, related occupations, technologies and tools, and work values) come from the O*NET 29.0 Database (www.onetcenter.org/database.html) by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Current as of October 2024.

Plan Your Education

The Media Studies and Production Program Guide is a tool to help you map out how to successfully get your degree at Lake Superior College.

View approximate total tuition and fees for MN residents to complete this degree.

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University of Minnesota$14,928

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Program Participation Requirements

Pre-program Requirements

Successful entry into this program requires a specific level of skill in the areas of English and reading. Program entry will depend, in part, on meeting the prerequisites listed below:

English/Reading:

Eligible for ENGL 1106 - College Composition I, or
Completion of ENGL/READ 0950/0955 (or equivalent or higher). ENGL/READ 0950/0955 may not be taken concurrently with Semester I coursework.

There are other ways to qualify. Visit Course Placement to find out more.

Required Courses

Required Courses:

Course	Title	Credits
Semester 1
Close Dialog MCOM 1400 Introduction to Mass Communication An introduction to the development, functions, and changing landscape of mass communication and the media. Emphasis is placed on current media structure and operation, technological changes, concentrated ownership and regulations, and the impact on the in MCOM 1400	Close Dialog MCOM 1400 Introduction to Mass Communication An introduction to the development, functions, and changing landscape of mass communication and the media. Emphasis is placed on current media structure and operation, technological changes, concentrated ownership and regulations, and the impact on the in Introduction to Mass Communication	3
Close Dialog MCOM 1420 Digital Video Production This course will provide an introduction to the technical and aesthetic aspects of digital video production. Students will develop fundamental understanding, skills, and proficiency in camera production. Students will develop fundamental understanding, MCOM 1420*	Close Dialog MCOM 1420 Digital Video Production This course will provide an introduction to the technical and aesthetic aspects of digital video production. Students will develop fundamental understanding, skills, and proficiency in camera production. Students will develop fundamental understanding, Digital Video Production	3
Close Dialog MCOM 1422 Audio for the Media This course will introduce the students to sound editing for use in video and multimedia projects. Audio software will be used to create loop-based audio, edit pre-made audio, and sync audio and video. (Prerequisites: ENGL0950 or ENGL0955 or READ0950 or MCOM 1422*	Close Dialog MCOM 1422 Audio for the Media This course will introduce the students to sound editing for use in video and multimedia projects. Audio software will be used to create loop-based audio, edit pre-made audio, and sync audio and video. (Prerequisites: ENGL0950 or ENGL0955 or READ0950 or Audio for the Media	3
Close Dialog MCOM 1435 Video Graphics and Animation This course introduces students to the artistic elements of computer graphics, screen design, and animation principles. Students will work extensively with Adobe and Avid software systems. (Prerequisites: None) (1 hr lec/4 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) MCOM 1435	Close Dialog MCOM 1435 Video Graphics and Animation This course introduces students to the artistic elements of computer graphics, screen design, and animation principles. Students will work extensively with Adobe and Avid software systems. (Prerequisites: None) (1 hr lec/4 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) Video Graphics and Animation	3
Close Dialog ENGL 1106 College Composition I First semester college-level composition course focusing on writing expository prose using word processing as a tool for composing. Emphasis is on writing as a process, critical reading, developing a voice, and grammar review. Presupposes competency in ENGL 1106*	Close Dialog ENGL 1106 College Composition I First semester college-level composition course focusing on writing expository prose using word processing as a tool for composing. Emphasis is on writing as a process, critical reading, developing a voice, and grammar review. Presupposes competency in College Composition I	3
Semester 2
Close Dialog MCOM 1424 Digital Video Editing This course will expand on the skills and concepts introduced in Digital Video Production. Students will explore the principles of advanced computer controlled and non-linear digital editing. Students will work as a team to plan, shoot, and edit short p MCOM 1424	Close Dialog MCOM 1424 Digital Video Editing This course will expand on the skills and concepts introduced in Digital Video Production. Students will explore the principles of advanced computer controlled and non-linear digital editing. Students will work as a team to plan, shoot, and edit short p Digital Video Editing	3
Close Dialog MCOM 1426 Project Production Management This course will introduce the students to the process of evaluating clients' needs, preparing written production documents, and completing class-initiated projects. Students will learn script writing techniques for multimedia productions. (Prerequisites: MCOM 1426	Close Dialog MCOM 1426 Project Production Management This course will introduce the students to the process of evaluating clients' needs, preparing written production documents, and completing class-initiated projects. Students will learn script writing techniques for multimedia productions. (Prerequisites: Project Production Management	3
Close Dialog MCOM 1797 Media Studies Internship A cooperative training program between Lake Superior College and businesses which allows students to apply competencies learned in the program to an employment work experience. (Prerequisites: MCOM1422 and MCOM1424 [or previous course or experience] can MCOM 1797*	Close Dialog MCOM 1797 Media Studies Internship A cooperative training program between Lake Superior College and businesses which allows students to apply competencies learned in the program to an employment work experience. (Prerequisites: MCOM1422 and MCOM1424 [or previous course or experience] can Media Studies Internship
	Electives (refer to Electives Table)	3
Total:		27

*Requires a prerequisite or instructor's consent

Electives

Electives:

Choose 3 credits from the following:

Course	Title	Credits
Close Dialog ART 1111 Introduction to Digital Art This course is an introduction to creating art on the computer. Through a combination of demonstrations, presentations, and hands-on experience students learn about a variety of digital technologies and software applications currently being used by contem ART 1111	Close Dialog ART 1111 Introduction to Digital Art This course is an introduction to creating art on the computer. Through a combination of demonstrations, presentations, and hands-on experience students learn about a variety of digital technologies and software applications currently being used by contem Introduction to Digital Art	3
Close Dialog ART 1500 Digital Photography I This introductory course covers how to use a digital camera, how to edit photographs using computer software, and how to create successful photographic compositions. In addition, students will examine the aesthetic, theoretical, and historical aspects of ART 1500	Close Dialog ART 1500 Digital Photography I This introductory course covers how to use a digital camera, how to edit photographs using computer software, and how to create successful photographic compositions. In addition, students will examine the aesthetic, theoretical, and historical aspects of Digital Photography I	3
Close Dialog CIS 1406 HTML & CSS Learn how to create web sites using Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). Hands-on exercises will guide students through the design and construction of complete HTML web sites styled with CSS while utilizing images, animations CIS 1406*	Close Dialog CIS 1406 HTML & CSS Learn how to create web sites using Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). Hands-on exercises will guide students through the design and construction of complete HTML web sites styled with CSS while utilizing images, animations HTML & CSS	3
Close Dialog CIS 1412 Web Graphics I This course introduces students in using a graphics program, scanner, and other digital devices to create and edit graphic images for the Web. Topics also include optimization, layers, color transformation, clone, masks, and special effects of graphics a CIS 1412*	Close Dialog CIS 1412 Web Graphics I This course introduces students in using a graphics program, scanner, and other digital devices to create and edit graphic images for the Web. Topics also include optimization, layers, color transformation, clone, masks, and special effects of graphics a Web Graphics I	3
Close Dialog COMM 1125 Small Group Communication This course is designed for students to learn the basic principles of small group communication and improve participation by practicing and analyzing the processes of group structures, functions, roles, tasks. Leadership functions with practical applicati COMM 1125*	Close Dialog COMM 1125 Small Group Communication This course is designed for students to learn the basic principles of small group communication and improve participation by practicing and analyzing the processes of group structures, functions, roles, tasks. Leadership functions with practical applicati Small Group Communication	3
Close Dialog ELTN 1422 Media and Cabling In this course, the student will learn various wiring strategies using various types of cables and connectors. The student will learn to run and terminate cables in accordance with industry standards and will learn to use cable testing equipment to troub ELTN 1422	Close Dialog ELTN 1422 Media and Cabling In this course, the student will learn various wiring strategies using various types of cables and connectors. The student will learn to run and terminate cables in accordance with industry standards and will learn to use cable testing equipment to troub Media and Cabling	2
Close Dialog ENGL 1102 Social Media Writing This course asks students to critique and create the type of writing that is used for online social networking platforms. Students analyze and discuss rhetorical situations presented by specific social media sites, evaluating writing choices in terms of p ENGL 1102*	Close Dialog ENGL 1102 Social Media Writing This course asks students to critique and create the type of writing that is used for online social networking platforms. Students analyze and discuss rhetorical situations presented by specific social media sites, evaluating writing choices in terms of p Social Media Writing	3
Close Dialog HUM 2015 Film Appreciation This course examines the motion picture as an art form and as a medium for cultural expression, exploring the origins and evolution of film and the film industry through selected screenings, readings, and analysis. MIC goal areas: (6) Humanities and Fin HUM 2015*	Close Dialog HUM 2015 Film Appreciation This course examines the motion picture as an art form and as a medium for cultural expression, exploring the origins and evolution of film and the film industry through selected screenings, readings, and analysis. MIC goal areas: (6) Humanities and Fin Film Appreciation	3
Close Dialog MUSC 1110 Appreciation of Music This course deals with the techniques of listening and of understanding serious music through the study of over 400 years of classical music. It includes the styles of various eras, their composers, and cultural background. This survey course is designe MUSC 1110	Close Dialog MUSC 1110 Appreciation of Music This course deals with the techniques of listening and of understanding serious music through the study of over 400 years of classical music. It includes the styles of various eras, their composers, and cultural background. This survey course is designe Appreciation of Music	3

*Requires a prerequisite

Program Outcomes

Upon graduation, students will be able to:

Create, produce, record, and edit video projects and productions.
Voice, produce, record, and edit audio projects and productions.
Work collaboratively in teams to produce media productions.
Apply industry terminology and techniques common to media production and process.

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Media Studies Graduates

Media Studies Student Production

LSC Career Path - Produced by Media Studies

Careers Held By Media Graduates

Audio and Video Equipment Technicians Growth rate: 11.6%

Operate audio or video equipment for concerts, sports events, or other gatherings.

Film and Video Editors Growth rate: 13.9%

Organize and put together raw video footage into a completed production.

Camera Operators Growth rate: 8.1%

Operate television, video, or movie cameras to record information.

Multimedia Artists and Animators Growth rate: 4.2%

Create special effects or animation using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools.

Producers and Directors Growth rate: 4.8%

Produce or direct TV shows, movies, or other types of entertainment.

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Media Studies at Lake Superior College

Student and Graduate Awards

AL - Student Upper Midwest Emmy Recipient (Music Video)

DESTEN - Upper Midwest Emmy Recipient, Photojournalist (WDIO)

DUSTIN - Two-Time Upper Midwest Emmy Recipient, Photojournalist / Editor (KBJR)

JACOB - Upper Midwest Emmy Recipient, Director/Sunrise (KARE 11)

JOSHUA - Upper Midwest Emmy Recipient, Producer/10 p.m. Broadcast (KBJR)

KELLY - Webby Award, Producer/Editor, Video Series and Channels (Camp Woodward)

MICHELLE - Innovative Online Advertising, MN Newspaper Association, 6 Upper Midwest Emmy Nominations, Producer/Videographer (KMSP), National Promax Gold Award, Promotional

SHAWN - Upper Midwest Emmy Recipient, Director/Noon Broadcast (KBJR)

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