Minor in Multimedia Storytelling
Multimedia storytelling involves the combination of text, still photography, video, audio, graphics, and interactivity presented online or in another format in a nonlinear manner. The key to multimedia storytelling is using the media form to present a story in a compelling and informative way. Students pursuing this minor will learn the various aspect of this media form including storyboarding, fieldwork, editing and assembling the story. In short, students will discover the importance of merging new multimedia technology and revising culturally rich and fundamental concepts of storytelling. While telling their stories, students can also explore the issues surrounding social media, community activism, and social justice and change.
Requirements for a minor in Multimedia Storytelling (18 units)
| Complete at least 18 units from three different programs in the College of Arts and Letters. A minimum of 6 units must be upper-division. Select from the following list of courses: (18) | 18 | |
| Creative Technology for Artists | ||
| Beginning Imaging and Illustration | ||
| Beginning Photography | ||
| Video Art | ||
| Newswriting and Reporting | ||
| Television Studio Production | ||
| Practicum in Multimedia Journalism: Coyote Chronicle | ||
| Practicum in Digital Audio and Radio | ||
| Practicum in Strategic Communication: Coyote PR | ||
| Media, Culture, and Society | ||
| Digital Media and Society | ||
| Movies in the Digital Age | ||
| Visual Communication | ||
| Introduction to Digital Video Editing | ||
| Multimedia Journalism | ||
| Topics in Multimedia Journalism | ||
| Digital Applications Basics | ||
| Fundamental Design Principles | ||
| Design Thinking - Problem Solving & Critical Thinking in Visual Studies | ||
| Business of Creativity | ||
| Writing in the Public Sphere | ||
| Studies in Literary Topics | ||
| Writing for Performance | ||
| Literary Movements: Aesthetics and Craft | ||
| Advanced Studies in Literary Topics | ||
| Media Performance Practicum | ||
| Advanced Creative Writing in Specialized Genres | ||
| Creating digital Media Using Personal Electronic Technology | ||
| Voice and Movement | ||
| Dramatic Analysis and Playwriting for Teachers | ||
| Playwriting | ||
| Styles of Acting | ||
| Note: Students are able to receive credit for summer arts courses pertaining to the minor. | ||
| Total Units | 18 | |