JNL 240 - Multimedia Journalism

Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Credit Hours: 3

Introduces students to the reception and production of multimedia texts designed for circulation in the mass media landscape and presents opportunities to practice media literacy skills related to both theory and practice. Engages students with key historical and contemporary texts in writing, photography, data visualization, layout/design, audio, and video journalism. Write for digital platforms, distribute news via social media, and present text, photography, audio and video.

Prerequisite: Placement into WR 115 or WR 090 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. Previous computer experience.