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About This Program

With all the moving parts that make a production happen, someone needs to oversee it all to make sure the machine doesn’t crumble to bits. Knowing how a crew operates is essential to a production’s success, as is understanding the increasing challenges the media industry will face as it evolves. We can’t guarantee your career’s outcome; but through cutting-edge courses and experienced faculty, we can help you develop the managerial and strategic skills to succeed in a highly technical career.

Why Choose this Major

Whichever path you choose, the Department of Journalism and Media Production has the state-of-the-art tools used by media professionals. Denver’s growing media market caters well to MSU Denver graduates, who represent a large chunk of Colorado’s media industry. With prolific internship opportunities, solid job placement, hands-on work experience and unrivaled affordability, there may be no better school in the state than MSU Denver to complete the Media Production and Leadership, Major, B.A.

By gaining a a vast understanding of the skills necessary for leading in the digital media industry, you’ll be well suited to succeed in the present and adapt to the future. In order to turn you into the expert the industry expects you to be, you’ll explore every aspect of television, radio and digital media. From marketing, development, production and sales, you’ll know the ins and outs of the media production industry and hit the ground running as soon as you’ve graduated.

Benefits of Earning Your Degree at MSU Denver

Denver is the 18th-largest media market in the U.S., so there are plenty of opportunities for internships while you’re enrolled in classes and to find permanent work once you’ve graduated.

Unmatched Facilities and Resources

The Department of Journalism and Media Production students get their hands on the best audio and visual equipment available and learn the latest software broadcast professionals are using today. Auraria Campus is located in the heart of downtown Denver, near every major broadcast station in the city where you might land internships and permanent employment.

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Meet with your professional academic advisor to explore programs and get your questions answered.

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Our programs offer exciting, hands-on, and career relevant courses that set you up for success. Don't delay, declare today.

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Follow the semester-by-semester steps outlined in the CLAS Student Success Roadmap to ensure your success at MSU Denver.

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Career Opportunities for Our Graduates

The average salary for a Media Production Manager is $74,640. Some titles you’ll be able to pursue with a B.S. in Media Production and Leadership from MSU Denver:

  • Producer/Director
  • Film/Video Editor
  • Audio Engineer
  • Camera Operator

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Hispanic Serving Institution

MSU Denver has 36.7% Hispanic/Latinx students which the highest number of Hispanic/Latinx students among institutions of higher education in the state of Colorado.

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

MSU Denver is dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion and has been named one of the Top Colleges for Diversity by Insight Into Diversity for 10 consecutive years.

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Transfer Student Leader

50% of MSU Denver students are transfers. As the top transfer destination for Coloradans, our students make an immediate impact on our workforce and community.

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Contact us for more information about the Department of Journalism and Media Production and our programs.

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Campus Location

Central Classroom, Suite 119

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 173362
Campus Box 35
Denver, CO 80217-3362

Virtual Office Hours

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

In-Person Office Hours

By Appointment

Phone

(303) 615-1717