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Are you a creative person, who wants to be on the cutting edge of technology? Marion Technical College and The Ohio State University at Marion offer a joint degree program in Interactive Media that enables students to prepare for occupations in digital communications. Interactive Media students master skills in general education, business, art, and computer technologies as they relate to the manipulation and management of text, photography, audio/video, animation, and the Web.
People who complete the program earn an Associate of Technical Studies degree from Marion Technical College. Courses in the Interactive Media program are arranged in an approximate 50/50 split between MTC and OSUM. Students enjoy access to both the fine arts and design resources at the Ohio State University and the information technologies and business training from Marion Technical College.
Graduates will be prepared to pursue an entry-level occupation in a wide variety of industries, work on a consultant basis, or continue into a four-year program in digital communications or multi-media applications. Employers are seeking people who can produce and manage Web sites, and represent ideas with audio, video, and animation. Job titles range from multi-media artists and designers to graphic designers to Web master, Web designer, or Web developer.
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Degree: Associate of Technical Study (ATS), Interactive Media |
Two-year [six quarters] full-time degree schedule jointly developed by MTC and The Ohio State University at Marion that creates a unique course of study by combining existing courses from a minimum of two disciplines to better focus on niche employment objectives; mixture of core business, art, design, communications, and IT courses; program can be completed on a part-time basis.
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Students who earn an Associates Degree in Interactive Media will learn to…. |
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demonstrate a knowledge of, and appreciation for, visual arts
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explain computer operating systems, data back-up procedures, and basic networking concepts
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evaluate and effectively use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and various graphics programs related to interactive media
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develop, design, and maintain Web pages, Web applications, and Web sites
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effectively utilize hardware, software, camera, digital recorders, and software to create video and audio productions
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use a software development tool [such as Visual Basic, .net, or other scripting tools] to develop a software application
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demonstrate an understanding of business processes, business law, and basic business concepts
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Career Outlook |
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, there are over 8,000 people in Ohio employed as multi-media artists, animators, and graphic designers. This field is competitive but increasing numbers of organizations are using Web technologies for communication. Continued growth in the number of people hired in this field is expected. Reported salaries range from $25,000 to $45,000 a year.
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Sample of Jobs |
- Animation
- Corporate Training
- Digital Imaging
- Media Design
- Programming
- Web Design
- Audio/Visual Specialist
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- Multi-Media Programmer
- Graphic Designer
- Production Assistant
- Graphics Technician
- Project Manager
- Instructional Designer
- Web Site Developer
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Admission |
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MTC Application for Admission and nonrefundable applicable fee, as well as a separate program application.
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Final high school transcript [or GED results] and college transcripts [if applicable]; ACT scores are encouraged.
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Successful completion of the Basic Skills Assessment [COMPASS] and Technology Skills Test is required; any Foundation Courses suggested by COMPASS results are highly recommended.
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Successful completion of OSUM’s English placement test.
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Marion Technical College
1467 Mt. Vernon Avenue
Marion, Ohio 43302
Phone: 740.389.4636
Fax: 740.389.6136
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