Digital photography major
Overview
Capture the world through your lens
At Stark State College, our digital photography program offers an immersive experience that blends artistic vision with cutting-edge technology. Whether you’re aiming for an associate degree or a certificate, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the dynamic field of digital photography.
Program Highlights
- Associate degree in digital photography
- Duration: Typically completed in two years
- Coursework: Includes subjects such as digital imaging, lighting, image management, graphic arts, illustration and advanced digital photography
- Career Opportunities: Graduates can pursue careers as professional photographers, photo editors, digital imaging specialists, and more.
- Certificate in digital photography
- Duration: Can be completed in less than a year
- Coursework: Focuses on essential skills like digital photography basics, lighting techniques, and image editing
- Flexibility: Ideal for those looking to enhance their skills or shift careers quickly
Transform your passion into a profession
Our digital photography program is designed to help you turn your passion for photography into a fulfilling career. You’ll not only master technical skills but also develop a unique artistic voice that sets you apart in the industry.
Graduates are equipped to pursue various career paths, including:
- professional photographer
- photojournalist
- commercial photographer
- freelance artist
- event and wedding photographer
- photo editor
- studio manager
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Courses
You can start with a digital photography certificate, taking classes that directly apply to the associate degree.
Certificate
Associate degree
Additional info
Program learning outcomes
- Use industry standard equipment in cameras, lenses, lighting, and modifiers to capture professional digital imagery in photography.
- Generate and develop graphical and photographic materials to communicate diverse concepts and ideas.
- Generate or convert graphical materials and digital imagery for distribution through multiple types of media for print and screen-based industries.
- Use industry standard commercial hardware, software, sound and lighting to produce videos for distribution through multiple distribution methods.