Certificate Programs - Click on titles below for course information

Professional Certificate in Digital Media

The Professional Certificate in Digital Media offers a unique opportunity to build a certificate around your interests. Whether you're looking for a career change or to pick up a side job, this certificate will give you the credentials necessary to market your talents. Choose courses that meet your professional interests and career objectives.

Take courses from a variety of different concentrations including Graphic Design, Photography, and Web Design.

Take courses when you can, and in the area you prefer. Successfully complete six courses within 2 years to earn the certificate.

The Web Design Professional program counts as 4 courses toward the Digital Media Certificate.

Courses

Advanced Photography: Creativity and Storytelling - NEW!

In this course, students will learn techniques and ideas that will enable them to grow as creative photographers and visual storytellers. Prerequisite: Students should have a basic understanding of photography fundamentals before taking this course.

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Fine Art Photography - NEW!

In this course we will examine the use of photography as an art form and participants will be encouraged to create images that are suitable for display as an artistic expression of ideas and themes.

October 19, 2023 to November 16, 2023, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 209

Introduction to Photography

Learn how to take better photos, regardless of the type of camera. Topics such as composition, lighting, and exposure will be discussed in order to gain a better understanding of photography.

September 14, 2023 to October 12, 2023, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 209

Fundamentals of Portrait Photography

Portrait photography is an excellent skill to cultivate. Whether you just want to take better photos of your family or want to build on your portrait portfolio, learn how to create exceptional portraits using poses and lighting that emphasize your subjects' character and features.

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Video Production

This hands-on class will cover video production from shooting to uploading an edited video. Topics covered will include the basics of planning, shooting and editing with Adobe Premiere, options for uploading to the web and audio, lighting, and visual aesthetics.

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Introduction to Adobe Photoshop�

Learn the fundamental features of Adobe Photoshop� CC 2022 that will allow you to explore layout and design tools to help you create exciting and dynamic images.

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