Certificate in Multimedia Storytelling

Overview

This program provides students with the skills to create engaging, multimedia-rich narratives across various digital platforms. The curriculum begins with foundational courses in storytelling principles, emphasizing narrative structure, audience engagement, and creative content development. Students learn to integrate text, audio, video, and graphics into cohesive stories that resonate with diverse audiences. Practical modules cover video editing, podcast production, and interactive media creation. Advanced topics explore leveraging social media, data visualization, and emerging technologies like augmented reality in storytelling. The program culminates in a capstone project where students design and produce a multimedia storytelling piece tailored to a specific audience or platform.

Professional opportunities:

Graduates of the Certificate in Multimedia Storytelling are prepared for creative roles in content creation, media production, and digital marketing. Career opportunities include:

  • Content Creator: Develop multimedia content for blogs, social media, and digital platforms.
  • Multimedia Journalist: Produce engaging stories that integrate text, visuals, and video.
  • Podcast Producer: Create and edit podcast episodes with compelling narratives.
  • Video Editor: Craft visually impactful stories through video production and editing.
  • Social Media Strategist: Design narrative-driven campaigns to engage online audiences.
  • Interactive Story Designer: Develop immersive experiences for apps, websites, or games.

This certificate equips students with the creative and technical skills to tell powerful stories across digital landscapes, preparing them for impactful careers in the evolving world of multimedia storytelling.

The program curriculum consists of 8 courses (24 credits) and is designed to be completed in 1 year as a full-time student. However, the University provides students with the flexibility to progress at their own pace.

The recommended course sequence from the University

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Total Courses Total Credits

8                                                                                                                                                

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