Digital MediaCertificate
Develop a new perspective
Enhance your creativity and education and salary with a graduate certificate in digital media from Lynn University. As a digital media student at Lynn, you'll study the aesthetics of digital photography, drawing/design theories, image-making, animation, motion graphics and more. Use social media, video production, journalism and digital storytelling techniques to create persuasive messages that target distinct audiences and generate real results. And you'll do all this with product managers, radio and television producers, animators, fashion photographers, advertising executives, global experts and more. It's like having your own inside-track to the industry.
And if you ever decide to further your degree, the credits earned in this digital media program can be used toward the M.S. in communication and media.
What you'll learn in the digital media certificate program
- Advanced theories, concepts and practices of digital media
- Digital photography, motion graphics and storytelling
- Imagemaking and 3D animation
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I believe in authenticity, and I’m glad people appreciate what I’m so passionate about.Ellen Stern, assistant professor, digital art and design
Courses
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This course examines the theory and practice of graphic design to create visual imagery as a form of expression. Students study aesthetics, formal elements, and stylization as applied to an array of media, whether digital, traditional or hybrid. Whether in two or three dimensions, emphasis is placed on digital design, although the use of conventional conceptual approaches and media is also encouraged. The expressivity of image making is explored through individual or collaborative projects spanning media, styles and subject matter. Prior design or drawing experience not required.
Tracking a fictitious or documentary digital production from the stages of preproduction through post-production editing, this course constitutes a thorough examination of the history, role and working practice of documentary, narrative or abstract digital filmmaking. By preparing scripts and filming and editing footage, students study and practice storytelling techniques derived from visual theory. Their individual or collaborative projects illustrate the impact of digital filmmaking on storytelling.
A comprehensive study of traditional and contemporary drawing and design techniques, using conventional materials and digital drawing technology to advance an understanding of visual imagery. The course explores advanced aesthetics and conceptual approaches in contemporary drawing and design practices. Students are encouraged to master technical skills to create visual imagery as a form of expression and visual storytelling.
Career opportunities
With your digital media certification, you will have the skills necessary to start a successful career in digital media or advance to the next level. You may also choose to continue your degree with the M.S. in communication and media program. Use the credits you earned in the certificate program toward your master's degree.
Career preparation services
We empower students to utilize all the career preparation resources to find the job they’ve always dreamed of.
Cost and aid
Estimated cost of attendance
Fee name | 2023-2024 |
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Tuition | $750 per credit |
Fees | $200 |
Fees | $13,700 |
Costs are based on completion of 18 total credits. Some programs and courses may have additional costs.
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View funding optionsGraduate Application deadlines
International | July 24 |
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Domestic | Aug. 7 |
International | Dec. 12 |
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Domestic | Dec. 26 |
International | April 10 |
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Domestic | April 24 |
Fall | Spring | Summer | |
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International | July 24 | Dec. 12 | April 10 |
Domestic | Aug. 7 | Dec. 26 | April 24 |
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