Course Description

Program Description St. Clair College’s new Media Convergence program provides students with the multi-skilled tools they require to compete in the ever challenging field of journalism and communications. Students will produce TV shows, radio newscasts, a number of newspaper editions, and online products such as podcasts and blogs. Students will learn to become converged media journalists - able to work in any newsroom and in any situation. Completion of a capstone convergence production is a requirement for graduation. Students will also produce short form radio and video documentaries. PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Gives graduates two semesters to polish their skills in a newsroom setting Provides people working in the media an opportunity to develop converged reporting skills – working in radio, TV, print and online Convergence management course provides leadership skills required in the running of converged newsrooms of the 21st century Participants leave with a portfolio of cross platform products to demonstrate their marketable skills in writing, production, on-air and web journalism The capstone project required for graduation is a culmination of all cross platform competencies – on-air, production, web and management - that showcase the multi-skill abilities acquired which will enhance employability in the workplace.

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