Communication - Multimedia Journalism
Bachelor of Science – B.S.
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Undergraduate
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Craft more than messages – share stories that shape communities and change the world. Multimedia journalism prepares you for careers in editorial and supervisory assignments with news organizations, nonprofits, magazines, industrial publications, online and broadcast media. Develop a digital storytelling portfolio while learning essential writing, reporting, video, and multimedia production skills to create compelling content for diverse platforms and audiences.
The Polytechnic Approach
Report on pressing real-world issues and societal challenges, bringing news to the public and making information accessible. Develop digital storytelling portfolios across different mediums, from print and digital publications to podcasts and video production. Dive into critical forms of journalism, including public affairs, social justice and investigative reporting. Here, you will gain the practical skills to make an impact in your career and an impact in your community.
Career Outcomes
Courses
The Multimedia Journalism option prepares you for dynamic careers in news and media industries. The curriculum emphasizes essential skills in writing, reporting, video production, and multimedia storytelling. You will gain hands-on experience through courses such as The Poly Post News Practicum and Magazine Journalism, where you work directly with student media, honing your journalistic skills in a real-world setting. The option also covers the technical aspects of multimedia production, ensuring that you are well-prepared for editorial and supervisory roles across various media platforms, including news organizations, nonprofits and industrial publications. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical application, the Multimedia Journalism option provides you with a comprehensive skill set necessary for success in today’s evolving media landscape.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Patricia A. Kurtz Memorial Scholarship
Patricia A. Kurtz was an assistant professor in the Communication Department at Cal Poly Pomona from 1984 until her death in 1991. She received her master's degree in communication from Cal State Fullerton and was in the process of obtaining a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin. Professor Kurtz was actively involved with students, serving as advisor to Opus magazine and co-chairing COM Day.