Digital Media
Emphasis

The Digital Media emphasis focuses on digital graphics which include: digital photography, video and audio editing, special effects, 3D rendering and animation.

The core curriculum within the Department of Graphics and Imaging Technologies (GIT) includes courses common among all of our six emphasis areas. These courses are primarily introductory classes that provide students with the basic information needed to succeed in the graphics industry. Within the core curriculum, there are also two upper-division classes, an internship and a capstone class.

Digital Media Emphasis Courses

• Audio/Video Software
• Photography
• Product Photography
• 3D Graphics
• Portrait Photography
• Digital Media Design
• Commercial Photography
• 3D Animation and Rendering

Tips for Students Considering Digital Media

Classes in the Digital Media emphasis combine the fundamentals of graphic communications design with technical skills and creativity. Together, students learn how to create, develop and distribute dynamic digitally generated graphics.

Starting with foundation software studies students quickly add studio photography, videography, video special effects, 3D rendering and animation to their list of practical skills and training. They gain knowledge of a vast array of other graphic technologies, and current industry trends and emerging technologies.

Students in this emphasis area, develop skills for applying fundamental principles of design and storytelling, while gaining hands-on experience in a variety of digital capturing equipment, digital editing applications and best practices for portraying a digital story.

Studies help students develop critical thinking and problem solving skills needed to create compelling digital projects that move audiences toward desired responses.

Career Paths in Digital Media

Upon graduation, you will be qualified for a variety of positions across multiple areas of the graphics industry including but not limited to entertainment, business, advertising and education. In this fast-paced industry you will have the cutting edge skills employers are looking for and an advantage over the competition.

Career opportunities for Digital Media graduates vary and continue to grow as technology advances. Depending on your preference, many challenging and exciting options are available in the extremely versatile world of Digital Media.

Typical Positions/Areas in Digital Media

• Photographer
• Photo Stager
• Videographer
• Video Editor
• Post-Production Editor
• Post-Effects Specialist
• Motion Graphic Artists
• Audio Editors
• 3D Modeler
• 3D Animator

Typical Employers in Digital Media

• Digital Media Studios
• Advertising Agencies
• In-House Corporate Design Department
• Design Studios/Consulting Firms
• Education
• Architectural Firms
• Web Design Firms
• Film and Effects Studios
• Photography Studios
• Motion Graphics Companies

Companies Recruiting PSU Graphic Communications Degree Majors

As the need for Digital Media specialists expands, so does the range of companies and organizations recruiting Pittsburg State University Graphics Communications graduates. The Department of Graphics and Imaging Technologies emphasizes industry relations for the benefit of our graduates.

These regional, national and international companies understand the superior quality of a Graphic Communications degree with an emphasis in Digital Media from PSU. Industry leaders know that our graduates will have the skills to get the job done right and the creative minds to produce projects that generate profits.

From small companies to large organizations, many opportunities await you at corporate partners such as these.

• Pitsco
• Depco
• Bass Pro Shops
• The Quest TV
• Season Chasers TV
• Names and Numbers
• KOAM TV
• Bernstein Rein
• Sprint Publications and Advertising
• Millers Professional Imaging
• Leggett & Platt
• Dimensional Innovations
• Ramsey Media Works