Media Production

Benefits of Choosing Media Production

Media production classes teach students to analyze, evaluate and create dynamic, effective media content and to understand the role of media in our society. Students learn production techniques including recording, mixing and editing and become proficient in writing and developing content for a variety of media platforms. Graduates of the program are prepared to enter careers in video, film, television, radio, sound design, podcasting, photography, journalism, digital media, online content creation, and public relations.

$60k

Median starting salary

12%

Growth in the field expected nationwide from 2021 to 2031

20

Students per class guarantees you'll get the hands-on experience you desire

Aniya Kinnion

Alumni

Majoring in Media Production made my years at Lawson State well worth it. I acquired knowledge and experience that continues to help me in my studies at the University of Alabama. The program helped me define why I wanted a career in the news industry and assisted in building the confidence I needed to achieve my goals.

Program Requirements

This program offers a Short Certificate, a Certificate, and an Associate in Applied Science Degree.

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Associate in Applied Science Degree: 70 Credit Hours

This degree is designed for students seeking to become multi-skilled technicians. The AAS includes both a primary technical specialty and a secondary technical specialty. 

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Certificate: 49 Credit Hours

The long certificate better prepares you to enter the workforce.

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Short Certificate: 28 Credit Hours

The Short certificate prepares you to enter the workforce fast!

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Location

Birmingham Campus
3060 Wilson Rd SW
Birmingham , AL 35221

Contact Information

Rachel Morgan, Media Production Instructor
Phone: (205) 929-2121
Email: rmorgan@lawsonstate.edu

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