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Students opting for the Multimedia Arts degree have a unique path of study that includes different entrance portfolio requirements and an academic focus on photography, filmmaking, and motion graphics/animation. Beginning the degree track with a cohort of other students in the fall, all program students take introductory software classes before moving into time-based media and photography during their first year. The second year of the program includes additional study of motion graphics, photography, filmmaking, and portfolio-building courses that culminate in a demo reel and exhibition that ranges in form and media depending on the student’s choice of focus.

Program Outcomes

Students completing this degree should be able to satisfy the following outcomes:

1. Research and present design solutions to multimedia arts projects.
2. Successfully communicate and collaborate with others in the creation and production of original ideas in multimedia arts.
3. Use current and evolving industry standard methods and processes in the production and crafting of work of multimedia, including photography, filmmaking, and motion graphics.
4. Critically analyze the role of multimedia arts and its impact within historical, cultural, and ethical contexts.
5. Participate in a client-artist relationship in the implementation and evaluation of projects.
6. Organize and present a portfolio of work that gives evidence of the skills, knowledge, and abilities to begin a career in multimedia arts, or transfer to a four-year college for additional study.

This degree takes a minimum of two full years to complete, and students must begin the program fall term. Some students choose to spread their coursework over three years which allows for more in-depth study. This degree is focused on preparing students for employment after graduation and not for transfer to a four-year institution. However, students interested in completing a bachelor’s degree do have some transfer options and should meet with the program chair before beginning the program if interested in transferring. During their studies, students have a number of opportunities to work on live jobs, collaborate with other students within the other degree tracks, and experience a range of cutting-edge media equipment, facilities, and techniques. Students meet with faculty for regular advising meetings to assist in successfully completing the degree.

Getting Started

The program has special admission requirements and enrollment limits. Students in this program must apply in spring for entry the following fall term. Attending a program overview session is required in order to learn all current program information and application procedures. Sessions are scheduled throughout the year, and dates are posted on the program website at chemeketa.vc/howtoapply. You will also find a digital application containing detailed information about the application process on the program website. The program accepts digital applications for fall entry from late-April through the end of June (visit the website for exact dates). listed. If you have questions about program requirements, contact the program chair at 503.399.6475.

All program students are required to purchase their own personal computer and software. This includes owning a Mac or Windows computer that is capable of running the Adobe Creative Cloud software taught in the program (Photoshop, InDesign, Premier Pro, and others). You will qualify for a discounted student subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud. Additionally, the purchase of a multi-terabyte hard drive ajd a digital camera that provides manual controls and is capable of high definition video is required of Multimedia Arts program students early in the first term of their first year. It is OK to wait to purchase this equipment until after classes begin in September, as your instructors may have additional advice and requirements to share with you. Contact the Financial Aid Office at 503.399.5018 to find out if you qualify for help with these costs.

You may earn an associate of applied science degree by maintaining a grade point average of 2.00 and successfully completing the required 96 credits.