Multimedia Journalism

Create interactive packages with photos, audio, and video

WHEN Materials available starting June 6
Discussions start Thursday, June 13, 9-10 pm ET - Full Schedule

WHERE Online

CERTIFICATE Use this course to earn a certificate in Digital Journalism.

PRICE
$385 (or $360 for AvantGuild members - details)

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In this class, you'll learn how to translate news stories into fascinating multimedia packages. We'll take a look at the best multimedia news stories on the web and get a feel for how photos, audio, and video can enhance the written word. You'll come up with a story you think would best be told in a multimedia format and create original content for that package including photos, slideshows, and short video and audio pieces all published on your own blog showcasing your work.

Each week's assignments are designed to advance you toward the the completion of a published multimedia package. You'll need access to an audio/voice recorder, a digital camera, the capability to record video, and a computer with enough speed and space to download some software.

In this class, you will learn how to:

Organize your story into a complete multimedia package
Shoot video for the web
Make an audiovisual slideshow
Determine where to get free and/or cheap online software to create an at-home studio
Build a multimedia portfolio on a blog

By the end of class, you will have:
A complete multimedia story package published on a blog showcasing your work.

The online classroom has several components:

Lessons: Learn new skills through video lessons
Discussion: Join a weekly live, interactive discussion via IM and video
Assignments: Complete homework and receive instructor feedback
Forums: Exchange resources, meet peers, and ask your instructor questions

Course Syllabus

Multimedia Journalism (PDF)

View a sample syllabus for the class here.

• Digital Journalism Certificate Program – ONLINE

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Digital Media & Tech
Journalism

Instructor

Darragh Worland is a multiplatform journalist who has worked for major news media in print at Metro and the New York Sun, in television at ABC News, Reuters Video News, and NY1, and for the web at Foxnews.com and NY1.com, where she has written both news and features.

As a senior multimedia producer for MSN Money, Darragh pitched, shot, and edited financial news video, wrote scripts, and coordinated the creation of charts and graphics for features during the financial crisis. She also teaches DV camera classes to producers, writers, and correspondents at ABC News. Darragh helped launch the first multimedia reporting course for graduate students at NYU's Department of Journalism and runs the multimedia lab in the newsroom for the Local East Village blog, a collaboration between NYU and The New York Times.

Darragh Worland's Courses
Digital Production for Writers and Editors – (Starts June 20)
Multimedia Journalism – (Starts June 6)

Testimonials

Darragh provided actionable information I can directly apply to both my current job and my career in general. -- Melanie Medina

"This class was a great introduction to multimedia. Darragh was always interested in our projects, knew her subject well, and guided us through the maze of programs and applications." -- Jessica Robertson

"This is a great way to put your toes in the water of multimedia journalism. You'll learn programs to build your multimedia journalism toolbelt. Darragh is well-informed, thorough, helpful, and friendly." -- Sehnita Joshua Mattison

"Darragh is a gifted teacher who is very giving of both her time and expertise. This was a truly wonderful class." -- Susan McLennan

"Darragh is an excellent instructor. She has great advice to offer any journalist trying their hand at multimedia. Her knowledge and real life experience offer an enriching and supportive environment." -- Brenda Porter-Rockwell

"Darragh is an experienced multimedia instructor who provides a balanced introduction to a challenging process. She was available with help and suggestions every step of the way." -- Joe Cox

"Darragh's class was the first online course I'd ever taken and I was a bit nervous. Would I learn as much as I could in-person? Would it be worth the time and money? I can unreservedly say, yes, yes, and yes! The scope of the content and the instructor's level of engagement and responsiveness was fantastic. I completed the class with a finished multimedia piece and tons of tangible skills." -- Brooke ONeill