The mission of the Media Arts and Studies program is to promote the study of the means of production and dissemination of digital content, and their ultimate effects on individuals, political communication, civic participation, media organizations, media policy and practices, and society as a whole. Courses and internships prepare students for careers in the industry with interest in audio/visual production, media studies, web design, video, graphics and other web-based systems.
The Media Arts and Studies major offers a wide variety of career opportunities including:
"As a telecommunications (now Media Arts and Studies) major, the academic program challenged me and presented great opportunities for me to grow professionally through hands-on production classes with state-of-the-art equipment, excellent career counseling/guidance and unique internship opportunities. The variety of skills obtained while at UK absolutely prepared me for my amazing and incredible 25-year career here at CBS News.
Senior Producer, CBS News
The mission of the Media Arts and Studies program is to provide instruction and conduct scholarly research in the creation, production, dissemination and use of digital media content. Students are required to complete a minor and internship to graduate.
Students can take courses in the following areas:
Including producing, directing, writing, and technical supervision – across all digital media platforms.
Including computer-based interactive multimedia design and development, web applications, integrating audio, graphics, video, text, animation, and interactive applications for education, entertainment, and business purposes.
Including network management in organizations; media distribution, sales and marketing; audience and content research; nonprofit and for-profit media entrepreneurship; and the management of various types of telecommunications and digital media companies.
Including advanced study in media education and scholarship, public advocacy of media-related issues, and communications law and policy.
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Film and video editors and camera operators manipulate moving images that entertain or inform an audience.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics | Click the link for more info.
Median Salary
$65,070
per year in 2023
Number of Jobs
87,500
in 2023
10 Year Job Outlook
5,800
new jobs (average)
Producers and directors make business and creative decisions about film, television, stage, and other productions.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics | Click the link for more info.
Median Salary
$82,510
per year in 2023
Number of Jobs
175,300
in 2023
10 Year Job Outlook
11,700
new jobs (average)
Broadcast and sound engineering technicians set up, operate, and maintain the electrical equipment for media programs.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics | Click the link for more info.
Median Salary
$43,660
per year in 2023
Number of Jobs
144,300
in 2023
10 Year Job Outlook
11,500
new jobs (average)
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
There are countless ways to “see blue.” on campus, but the best way to maximize your journey at the University of Kentucky is by engaging in an Education Abroad opportunity.
This will allow you to gain a global perspective and enhance future employability. As you take the first step towards investing in your future, we encourage you to take advantage of all the opportunities UK has to offer. Take a look at some of the options UK Education Abroad & Exchanges office suggests to complement your major! #SeeBlueAbroad
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