Media Arts
SUNY Adirondack's Media Arts degree program studies the history and culture of video, print, audio and other digital media. Specific skills and experiences in the ever-evolving digital space make Media Arts graduates highly sought after throughout various industries.
- Degree
- Associate in Applied Science
- Program Type
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Degree
- Pathway
- Arts, Media & Culture
- Additional Program Option
- Hybrid
- Credits
- 64
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate a proficient knowledge of the Macintosh Operating System.
- Create various forms of computer graphic imagery using industry standard software.
- Create imagery for a commercial purpose and/or personal expression using a digital single lens reflex camera.
- Discuss the history of the Media Arts including styles, genres and prominent artists.
- Demonstrate proficiency in presenting and critiquing various forms of imagery objectively.
- Create a portfolio/resume for employment and/or transfer opportunities.
Curriculum and requirements
The history and culture behind media arts lay a foundation for advanced courses. Students then hone their chosen craft through courses and cutting-edge software and equipment in disciplines including art, design, photography, videography and communication.
Illustrating a future
Samantha Hyde landed a job before she completed her degree.
![A Media Arts student presents during class in one of the college's state-of-the-art media labs](/sites/default/files/styles/275x278/public/2024-06/680x688-mediaarts2.jpg?h=9322d471&itok=vKNzvQmt)
Education by design
SUNY Adirondack's Media Arts degree also prepares students for further education. Common bachelor's degree programs to which our students transfer include those at: SUNY Oswego | SUNY New Paltz | SUNY Fashion Institute of Technology | SUNY Purchase | SUNY Empire State | Buffalo State University | Russell Sage College | Champlain College | University of Vermont—Castleton
On the cutting edge
![SUNY Adirondack Media Arts Professor Nick Paigo demonstrates 3D printing capabilities in the college's Media Arts Maker Space](/sites/default/files/styles/320x188/public/2024-06/340x200-3dprint.jpg?h=133742d8&itok=_Drp4fne)
Maker Space and print center
feature state-of-the-art laser cutting, and 3D, screen printing, laser, large-format, vinyl, UV and dye sublimation printers
![SUNY Adirondack photography instructor Brandon Segal shoots photos in the college's fully equipped studio](/sites/default/files/styles/320x188/public/2024-06/340x200-photostudio.jpg?h=03385b88&itok=HOEFwE4B)
Lighting studio
features industry-standard, professional-quality equipment
average salary
of a graphic designer in New York state
Careers in Media Arts
Getting ahead
![SUNY Adirondack alumna Julia Howard is seen in one of the college's Media Arts labs](/sites/default/files/styles/436x600/public/2024-06/436x600-alyssahoward.jpg?h=582136a4&itok=YNQTg8v6)
SUNY Adirondack really prepared me for the real-world application. When I got to [SUNY] New Paltz, I felt ahead. I think it's a great thing SUNY Adirondack is doing."