What You Will Learn
A broad understanding of digital media technology is imperative in today’s technologically-driven world as it enables you to use essential tools and strategies for effective communication and expression in the digital realm.
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Digital Media Technology at CCM encompasses a diverse range of subjects, from broadcasting and journalism to graphic design, photography, and video production, as well as mobile app design and website development to multimedia storytelling.
You will receive hands on, real-world experience with the use of interactive computer-based portfolio projects and applications that integrate the multimedia elements of text, graphics, sound, video and animation. A deep dive into digital media technology not only hones technical proficiency with industry-standard software but also cultivates creativity and critical thinking.
With society’s increasing reliance on digital platforms for information and entertainment, become equipped with the skillset to confidently position yourself for a career in industry or to transfer to a four-year institution to earn your bachelor’s degree – from marketing and journalism to entertainment and beyond. Moreover, the dynamic nature of the digital landscape makes this field inherently exciting, fostering adaptability and continuous learning—a crucial asset in an ever-evolving technological landscape.
Curriculum
Our Digital Media Technology program houses a 40-credit core with courses in animation, digital media production, digital video editing, media aesthetics, multimedia, web page design, web development workflow and animation. You have the option to also learn about game production or multimedia authoring design. An additional nine credits are reserved for electives to hone in on an area you desire to learn most.
Why Study Digital Media Technology at CCM
Students who have a passion for creativity, digital media provides an excellent platform for expressing oneself and bringing creative ideas to life. Student-centered, hands-on classes help develop a diverse set of skills to determine which path to pursue. Faculty are experts in animation, corporate video and commercial production, multimedia design and development, user interface and content design, computer programming and implementation, and software applications design, implementation and usage.
CCM students in the Digital Media Technology program have interned with MTV Networks, Arista Records, MSNBC, Blue Sky Creative Services, Gateway Design Associates, Net Access Corporation, Oxygen Media, KLM Communications, Picatinny Arsenal, Design Creative Services, Skylight Media Inc., The New York Times, Tri- View Entertainment, Lucent Technologies, World-Internet Marketing, Mega-WSKQ/Amor-WPAT and Jordandené.
Credit, non-credit internship experiences and job search support are facilitated through our Office of Career and Transfer Services, where you can also learn how to build a resume, and receive the tools to help you with interviewing skills to succeed! Learn more about Career Services here.
Where You Can Go
An AAS degree in Digital Media Technology from CCM is a perfect starting point for a wide range of multimedia career pathways, including:
- 3-D Artist
- Broadcast Journalist
- Digital Media Specialist
- Digital Photographer
- Game Designer
- Graphic Designer
- Mobile App Producer
- Multi-media Assistant
- Pre-press Technician
- Press Operator
- Video Editor
- Web Designer
With digital media skills, you have the potential to work as a freelancer or be an entrepreneur and start your own digital media business.
The average Digital Media Specialist salary in New Jersey is $67,460, according to salary.com. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills and the number of years you have spent in your profession.
CCM Digital Media Technology students frequently transfer to the following colleges and universities.
In State:
- Bloomfield College of Montclair State University
- Fairleigh Dickinson University
- Montclair State University
- Stevens Institute of Technology
- William Paterson University
Out of State:
- Champlain College, VT
- East Stroudsburg University, PA
- Rochester Institute of Technology, NY
- Syracuse University, NY
Paying For Your Digital Media Technology Education
Earning an associate degree in digital media technology is a powerful investment that will pay off over the course of your life, in both increased earnings and job satisfaction. But what is the upfront cost, and how do you afford it?
There’s good news: Money is available to help you pay for school! Our Financial Aid staff can provide lots of information about the process of finding funds to help pay for your education.
Featured Courses
Multimedia I and II
The computer-based set of courses are designed to allow students to explore, discuss, develop and use multimedia technology. Topics include multimedia development and design, media elements, and emerging hardware and software trends. Several projects give students hands-on experience with a variety of digital multimedia tools.
In Multimedia II students apply their knowledge productions for DVD, local networks or the Internet incorporating traditional media production elements such as video and audio combined with the latest features and technologies. Conceptualization, user interface design and prototyping are key course elements. A multimedia prototype project that demonstrates conceptual and technical understanding is required.
Multimedia Authoring and Design
Using industry-standard authoring software, students apply multimedia technology to assemble a real-world interactive multimedia project. Concepts and principles of user interface design, digital audio and video production, team production techniques and usability testing are employed. As members of a production team, students plan, manage and implement a complex multimedia production project to be used on DVD, a local network or the Internet for a participating business partner.
The Internet and Web Page Design
This course is an in-depth study of the Internet and its various services that allows students to appreciate the impact of the Internet in society. Students create World Wide Web home pages using strict Hypertext Markup Language, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and XHTML. Other current specifications also are discussed.
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