Multimedia Communications Certificate

Career Certificate
Cost
$6,650* (estimated)

Focused design and web development

Craft creative projects with technical expertise

You love to create multimedia projects for yourself. Now you can develop the expertise to do it professionally for clients and companies who are looking for someone with your vivid imagination and talent.

Your program gives you university-level coursework at CLC pricing. The certificate in multimedia communications teaches you to create visual, audio and written content with an eye toward marketing strategy.

Fill your portfolio with:

  • radio or TV commercials
  • banner ads
  • web animations
  • print ads
  • online training modules
  • websites

Then, take your portfolio to companies with whom we have ongoing relationships, such as 4th and Goal Productions and WRLR 98.3.

What can you do with a certificate in Multimedia Communications?

The certificate in Multimedia Communications prepares you to pursue a career in digital media, marketing or related fields.

Highlights

*Estimated cost is based on recommended pathway credit hours for full-time students for academic year 2025-2026. This includes in-district tuition and comprehensive fees, before financial aid, including grants, loans, and scholarships, is applied. Actual cost may vary to include additional fees, materials, and other cost of attendance factors such as living expenses, transportation, etc. Explore opportunities for financial assistance at CLC. Learn more about the Cost of Attendance.

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  • choose an academic program
  • enroll in first-semester classes
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Recommended Pathway

This pathway serves as a guide for students to complete the degree or certificate assuming full-time enrollment (registered in 12 or more credit hours per semester) with Semester 1 typically representing a Fall term.

Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. For a more comprehensive list of course options and degree requirements, see the CLC college catalog.

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  • Credit for prior learning available
  • Dual credit options available
  • Global citizenship
  • Online/Virtual options available

  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    CLC 120

    CLC 120 College Success Seminar

    Class Description

    This course is designed to teach students attitudes and skills valuable for college success. Topics may include: growth mindset, self-advocacy skills, college resources, college culture, financial literacy, and academic success strategies, such as study skills, time management, and goal setting. Throughout this course, students will develop skills necessary for promoting positive human relations in a diverse society.
         		2
    • Dual credit options available
    • Online/Virtual options available
    ART 122

    ART 122 Two Dimensional Design

    Class Description

    This course is a basic studio experience for those interested in fine arts, commercial arts or art education. Students will carry out a series of problems relating to the elements and principles of two-dimensional design. The course will develop the students' organizational abilities and technical skills, with the focus on verbal, written and visual definitions of terms and concepts of two-dimensional design used by artists and designers. Note: Additional materials beyond those covered by course or lab fees will be required. See course syllabus for a list of materials and approximate costs.
         		3
    • Credit for prior learning available
    DMD 111

    DMD 111 Introduction to Digital Media

    Class Description

    This course will explore the variety of hardware and software now used to produce digital media, from simple audience-oriented presentations to highly interactive applications. Through lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on laboratory experience, we will examine the production techniques, application uses, trends, business and legal concerns, design elements, and the product evaluation standards currently used in the digital media industry. Students will develop the design, storyboards, and prototype for a project.
         		3
    • Dual credit options available
    • Online/Virtual options available
    DMD 116

    DMD 116 Web Design and Development

    Class Description

    This course is an introduction to Web page design and creation using industry standard Web design software. Students will learn to use graphics, sound, video, animation, scripts, and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to enhance Web pages. The course will cover the basic concepts of Web design and color with an emphasis on designing for visual appeal and user-friendly navigation. Students will also gain a fundamental knowledge of HTML/XHTML and the skills to publish and maintain Web sites. NOTE: Recommended DMD 111 or DMD 115 or student must possess basic computer/Internet skills which include creating, saving, and editing files in the Windows or MAC operating systems; performing basic editing (copy/paste); copying files; using folders and subfolders to organize and manage files; downloading files off the Internet; opening Web sites; and using search engines.
         		3
    • Online/Virtual options available
    ENG 120

    ENG 120 Introduction to Professional & Technical Composition

    Class Description

    Introduction to Professional & Technical Composition is an introductory college level writing course for anyone interested in learning how to develop their professional writing skills for real world applications. Students will learn how to plan, draft, compose, and revise a variety of technical and professional documents common to the workplace. Writing clearly and succinctly for a defined target audience will be emphasized, as well as developing skills in document design and multimodal composition. Projects are based on practical situations within the student’s area of study.
         		3
    • Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code CLC 120
      Course Title

      CLC 120 College Success Seminar

      Class Description

      This course is designed to teach students attitudes and skills valuable for college success. Topics may include: growth mindset, self-advocacy skills, college resources, college culture, financial literacy, and academic success strategies, such as study skills, time management, and goal setting. Throughout this course, students will develop skills necessary for promoting positive human relations in a diverse society.
      Credits 2
      Course Highlights
      Dual credit options available
      Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code ART 122
      Course Title

      ART 122 Two Dimensional Design

      Class Description

      This course is a basic studio experience for those interested in fine arts, commercial arts or art education. Students will carry out a series of problems relating to the elements and principles of two-dimensional design. The course will develop the students' organizational abilities and technical skills, with the focus on verbal, written and visual definitions of terms and concepts of two-dimensional design used by artists and designers. Note: Additional materials beyond those covered by course or lab fees will be required. See course syllabus for a list of materials and approximate costs.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Credit for prior learning available
    • Course Code DMD 111
      Course Title

      DMD 111 Introduction to Digital Media

      Class Description

      This course will explore the variety of hardware and software now used to produce digital media, from simple audience-oriented presentations to highly interactive applications. Through lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on laboratory experience, we will examine the production techniques, application uses, trends, business and legal concerns, design elements, and the product evaluation standards currently used in the digital media industry. Students will develop the design, storyboards, and prototype for a project.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Dual credit options available
      Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code DMD 116
      Course Title

      DMD 116 Web Design and Development

      Class Description

      This course is an introduction to Web page design and creation using industry standard Web design software. Students will learn to use graphics, sound, video, animation, scripts, and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to enhance Web pages. The course will cover the basic concepts of Web design and color with an emphasis on designing for visual appeal and user-friendly navigation. Students will also gain a fundamental knowledge of HTML/XHTML and the skills to publish and maintain Web sites. NOTE: Recommended DMD 111 or DMD 115 or student must possess basic computer/Internet skills which include creating, saving, and editing files in the Windows or MAC operating systems; performing basic editing (copy/paste); copying files; using folders and subfolders to organize and manage files; downloading files off the Internet; opening Web sites; and using search engines.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code ENG 120
      Course Title

      ENG 120 Introduction to Professional & Technical Composition

      Class Description

      Introduction to Professional & Technical Composition is an introductory college level writing course for anyone interested in learning how to develop their professional writing skills for real world applications. Students will learn how to plan, draft, compose, and revise a variety of technical and professional documents common to the workplace. Writing clearly and succinctly for a defined target audience will be emphasized, as well as developing skills in document design and multimodal composition. Projects are based on practical situations within the student’s area of study.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Online/Virtual options available

    Course options: Students can choose ENG 121 instead of ENG 120.

  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    DMD 125

    DMD 125 Printing Production

    Class Description

    Printing Production focuses on current procedures that prepare designers and creative thinkers for real world situations in the printing industry. Sending a job to the print vendor can be a mysterious and expensive process of trial and error. Understanding print processes is an essential part of design that can assure a predictable outcome of deliverables. To manage a print job effectively, you must understand how print shops work, how to communicate with them, and how to identify the best design solution for your budget. Topics include print media software, apps and specifications; and various types of presses, substrates, bindings, and/or finishings.
         		3
    DMD 216

    DMD 216 Interactive Scripting

    Class Description

    This course is designed for digital media designers who need to integrate advanced control management and interactivity into their media applications. Students will gain a fundamental knowledge of a popular scripting language for making media applications that users can interact with. The focus of the course is on using pre-designed models and functions in industry-standard software that embed the scripting language to create interactivity involving graphics, audio, video, animation and other media elements. Students will use creative and logical thinking while completing three major projects concerning animation, game, and Web site design. The concepts, principles, and steps of interaction design will be introduced and applied to the projects.
         		3
    • Online/Virtual options available
    ART 222

    ART 222 Computer Art I

    Class Description

    This course presents a computer software-based approach to produce art. Visual image manipulation and generation will be stressed, including the integration of computer hardware, software, and peripheral devices as tools to manufacture, capture, and combine traditional and contemporary visual ideas as applied to art and design. Note: Additional materials beyond those covered by course or lab fees will be required. See course syllabus for a list of materials and approximate costs.
         		3
    • Online/Virtual options available
    ENG 126

    ENG 126 Advanced Professional & Technical Composition

    Class Description

    Advanced Technical Composition is a transferable advanced technical writing course for anyone interested in refining their professional and workplace writing skills. The course focuses on developing advanced research skills and incorporating multiple sources into research-based projects. Students will learn how technical writers use document design strategies based on rhetorical principles to respond to a variety of communication challenges. Writing concisely, precisely, and clearly for a variety of purposes and audiences will be emphasized. Students are encouraged to develop projects that reflect their professional interests.
         		3
    • Credit for prior learning available
    • Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code DMD 125
      Course Title

      DMD 125 Printing Production

      Class Description

      Printing Production focuses on current procedures that prepare designers and creative thinkers for real world situations in the printing industry. Sending a job to the print vendor can be a mysterious and expensive process of trial and error. Understanding print processes is an essential part of design that can assure a predictable outcome of deliverables. To manage a print job effectively, you must understand how print shops work, how to communicate with them, and how to identify the best design solution for your budget. Topics include print media software, apps and specifications; and various types of presses, substrates, bindings, and/or finishings.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code DMD 216
      Course Title

      DMD 216 Interactive Scripting

      Class Description

      This course is designed for digital media designers who need to integrate advanced control management and interactivity into their media applications. Students will gain a fundamental knowledge of a popular scripting language for making media applications that users can interact with. The focus of the course is on using pre-designed models and functions in industry-standard software that embed the scripting language to create interactivity involving graphics, audio, video, animation and other media elements. Students will use creative and logical thinking while completing three major projects concerning animation, game, and Web site design. The concepts, principles, and steps of interaction design will be introduced and applied to the projects.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code ART 222
      Course Title

      ART 222 Computer Art I

      Class Description

      This course presents a computer software-based approach to produce art. Visual image manipulation and generation will be stressed, including the integration of computer hardware, software, and peripheral devices as tools to manufacture, capture, and combine traditional and contemporary visual ideas as applied to art and design. Note: Additional materials beyond those covered by course or lab fees will be required. See course syllabus for a list of materials and approximate costs.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code ENG 126
      Course Title

      ENG 126 Advanced Professional & Technical Composition

      Class Description

      Advanced Technical Composition is a transferable advanced technical writing course for anyone interested in refining their professional and workplace writing skills. The course focuses on developing advanced research skills and incorporating multiple sources into research-based projects. Students will learn how technical writers use document design strategies based on rhetorical principles to respond to a variety of communication challenges. Writing concisely, precisely, and clearly for a variety of purposes and audiences will be emphasized. Students are encouraged to develop projects that reflect their professional interests.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Credit for prior learning available
      Online/Virtual options available

  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    ENG 288

    ENG 288 Technical Communication Capstone

    Class Description

    Technical Communication Capstone is designed for students who are nearing completion of their studies. In this course, students will apply the skills and knowledge from their course of study to projects in their field of interest. For example, students may research the job market or transfer programs, develop job application materials, and/or create an electronic portfolio of their work intended for a public audience. Alternatively, students may design a comprehensive project related to their field of interest under supervision of the instructor and an internship or workplace supervisor.
         		3
    CMM 121

    CMM 121 Fundamentals of Speech

    Class Description

    For students interested in improving their oral communication competency. This course combines a theoretical basis with practical verbal and nonverbal skills to enhance public speaking effectiveness. Students learn how to develop, research, organize, adapt, deliver and critique messages.
         		3
    • Dual credit options available
    • Online/Virtual options available
    ENG 266

    ENG 266 Professional Communication

    Class Description

    Professional Communication is a sophomore-level course designed for students who are interested in furthering their professional and workplace communication skills. Students will develop a mock business related to a field of interest and create communication materials related to that business, such as blog posts, a newsletter, podcast, research-based article, and other workplace communication documents. Students will develop skills in digital media production and effective storytelling techniques for the benefit of businesses and organizations.
         		3
    • Online/Virtual options available
    DMD 170

    DMD 170 Introduction to Video Production

    Class Description

    This is an introductory course in digital video filmmaking and production. Students will be introduced to video filmmaking and production principles, terminology, theory, industry-relevant software and hardware. Students will gain hands-on experience working with video cameras, lenses, audio recording and lighting equipment. All phases of planning and producing digital video filmmaking will be emphasized involving directing visual storytelling and narrative communication. This course lays the foundation for more advanced digital video production and editing courses.
         		3
    • Dual credit options available
    • Course Code ENG 288
      Course Title

      ENG 288 Technical Communication Capstone

      Class Description

      Technical Communication Capstone is designed for students who are nearing completion of their studies. In this course, students will apply the skills and knowledge from their course of study to projects in their field of interest. For example, students may research the job market or transfer programs, develop job application materials, and/or create an electronic portfolio of their work intended for a public audience. Alternatively, students may design a comprehensive project related to their field of interest under supervision of the instructor and an internship or workplace supervisor.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CMM 121
      Course Title

      CMM 121 Fundamentals of Speech

      Class Description

      For students interested in improving their oral communication competency. This course combines a theoretical basis with practical verbal and nonverbal skills to enhance public speaking effectiveness. Students learn how to develop, research, organize, adapt, deliver and critique messages.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Dual credit options available
      Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code ENG 266
      Course Title

      ENG 266 Professional Communication

      Class Description

      Professional Communication is a sophomore-level course designed for students who are interested in furthering their professional and workplace communication skills. Students will develop a mock business related to a field of interest and create communication materials related to that business, such as blog posts, a newsletter, podcast, research-based article, and other workplace communication documents. Students will develop skills in digital media production and effective storytelling techniques for the benefit of businesses and organizations.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code DMD 170
      Course Title

      DMD 170 Introduction to Video Production

      Class Description

      This is an introductory course in digital video filmmaking and production. Students will be introduced to video filmmaking and production principles, terminology, theory, industry-relevant software and hardware. Students will gain hands-on experience working with video cameras, lenses, audio recording and lighting equipment. All phases of planning and producing digital video filmmaking will be emphasized involving directing visual storytelling and narrative communication. This course lays the foundation for more advanced digital video production and editing courses.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Dual credit options available

    Course options: Students can choose CMM 122 instead of CMM 121. Students can also choose other courses instead of DMD 170.

Total Credit Hours

38


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