Multimedia (Digital Arts):

Learn More About the Multimedia Degree Program

The Multimedia Program at MxCC:

Associate Degree in Multimedia
Multimedia Certificate
Multimedia Web Design & Development Certificate

You’re creative and quick to learn. You prefer visual concepts, enjoy working on teams and solving problems. And, now you want to put your self-motivated style, good communication skills and curiosity to work in a career that’s fun and filled with opportunities for the future. Start right away at Middlesex Community College with an Associate Degree in Multimedia, where you can earn certificates in two areas at the same time.

Targeted study earning certificates in Multimedia as well as Web Design at the same time as you work on your Associate Degree will give you a competitive edge for your future employment in a variety of fields, including animation, Web design, audio technology and even freelance work.

Academic Requirements

The Multimedia degree program at Middlesex Community College is a 60-credit program that typically takes two years to complete. Students are prepared for careers in interactive multimedia production used in business, marketing, education, entertainment and the Internet.
You will learn skills in:

Digital arts
Computer graphics
Advanced media production
Television production
Editing ... and more!

Graduates leave with a portfolio of work and internship experience that sets them ahead as they enter the workforce. Following graduation, you will be prepared to find employment immediately in a multimedia-related field or transfer to a four-year college.

Jobs You Can Get With A Multimedia Degree:

Most jobs available with a two-year degree are entry-level multimedia positions. Some students may choose to become self-employed and freelance their skills.

After students complete a four-year degree in a more specialized area of study (animation, Web-design, audio, etc.) higher level positions that may be available in the field include:

Animator, Web Designer, Audio Designer, Designer, Graphic Artist/Illustrator, Multimedia Developer, Operator, Multimedia Systems Analyst, Producer/Publisher, Programmer, Project Manager, Sound Technician/ Musician, and Video Technician.
How Long Will You Have To Go To School?
This associate degree program takes most students about two years to complete. Individual progress and requirements may affect the time it takes for program completion.

The degree in Multimedia is broad and covers a wide-range of multimedia production skills. Students are encouraged to transfer to bachelor’s degree programs after MxCC.

Even if a 4-year degree specialization is not pursued, the student should be aware that with the constant changes in technology, it is necessary to continually learn new skills and applications.

Job Availability & Growth:

As technology changes and turnover occurs, new positions are constantly opening in the Multimedia field. Jobs are more available in certain areas, mostly larger metropolitan locations.

Many multimedia professionals choose to work as freelancers and are hired for specific jobs by media producing companies. This career may require time to build up a professional portfolio of work. Freelancers are responsible for purchasing and maintaining their own equipment to continue the evolution of their skills.

Sample Salary Information:

Median annual earnings of salaried multi-media artists and animators were $51,350, not including the earnings of the self-employed.

For additional salary information, visit: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos092.htm#earnings

For more information, contact:

Asst. Professor Rick Eriksen (reriksen@mxcc.commnet.edu)
860.343.5795