Explore digital media storytelling from theoretical and practical perspectives. Research storytelling concepts and methods utilized throughout the realm of interactive digital media and implement findings to create original content.
Athena Title
Emerging Media Storytelling
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in JRMC 7015
Non-Traditional Format
This course will be taught 95% or more online.
Prerequisite
JRMC 7011 or JRMC 7011E or JRMC 7013 or JRMC 7013E or JRMC 7014 or JRMC 7014E
Corequisite
JRMC 7016 or JRMC 7016E or JRMC 7016S
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will analyze and critically critique existing digital storytelling methods and successful examples.
By the end of this course, students will write, design, and implement digital media stories using a broad array of techniques and tools.
By the end of this course, students will apply digital media storytelling best practices to the development of an Emerging Media Capstone Project.
By the end of this course, students will continue to develop a professional portfolio showcasing accomplishments and skill sets.
Topical Outline
i. Strategic Digital Content: Defining your audience, content planning, writing for the web, and exploring tone and voice
ii. Dynamic Content Production: Short-form content, video and audio editing, project trailers, visual storytelling, and social media storytelling
iii. Presentation: Delivering powerful, professional presentations
