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Certificate and Associate Degree Programs
Application Deadline: December 9
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About Our Programs
Where Design and Digital Media Meet
Do you aspire to a career in filmmaking, video editing, content creation, or motion graphics?
At Sessions College, you can build a thorough foundation in the tools, software, and production methods vital for success, learning Adobe Photoshop, Premiere, After Effects, and more, developing the skills and experience to create compelling visual content.
Take advantage of an exciting array of digital programs, from Undergraduate Certificate to Associate Degree. Mentored by a faculty of professional designers, you will gain industry-relevant skills and credentials—and enhance your creative portfolio.
Application Deadline. Apply by December 9 to waive your $75 Application Fee! Classes start January 2025.
Program Length: Certificate to Bachelor's
Tuition: $300 per credit
Next Start:
January 6, 2025
App Deadline:
December 9
“Learning the facets of media production by producing portfolio driven projects gives you knowledge you can translate into an array of marketable skills.”
Natalie La Scala
Department Head of Digital Media, Sessions College
Program Curriculum
Choose from an exciting range of certificate and degree level programs. Credit transfer and part-time schedules available.
The Undergraduate Certificate in Filmmaking and Digital Media helps you build a foundation for entry-level work in filmmaking and digital media. Immersed in a project-based curriculum, you will explore the art of filmmaking from various professional perspectives, acting as cinematographer, screenwriter, director, and editor. Learn how to start with an idea, develop a screenplay and production plan, fulfill the role of director, cast and lead a team, light and shoot scenes, and edit your ideas into a compelling visual story.
- Intensive 24-credit program completed in 2 semesters.
- Gain in-demand shooting, directing, and editing skills.
- Earn a stackable credential to advance your career.
- Scholarships available for eligible students.
The Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Media offers an exciting foundation in video and motion graphics design. Students gain experience in creating digital images and illustrations, and making movies using Adobe Premiere, Animate, and After Effects. Students gain essential skills in visual design and apply them in animation, motion graphics, and video production and editing.
- Intensive 24-credit program completed in 2 semesters.
- Gain in-demand software and design skills.
- Earn a stackable credential to advance your career.
- Financial aid for students who qualify.
The Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) in Digital Media is an intensive two-year degree program for students seeking to enter careers in video production and editing, filmmaking, content creation, or motion graphics. Designed for high school graduates and adult learners, the program offers a strong foundation in visual design and a working knowledge of software and production techniques essential for contemporary digital media.
- Rigorous 72-credit program completed in 2 years or less.
- Choose Design or Filmmaking tracks.
- Provides a thorough foundation with a focus on building a portfolio.
- Includes Digital Media Capstone and Portfolio Review.
- Financial aid, credit transfer, and creative scholarships for students who qualify.
Program Outcomes
Students in each program can expect to develop core competencies:
Video
Shoot and edit engaging videos utilizing skillful production, camera, audio, and non-linear editing techniques.
Technology
Create images, animations, and movies by effectively and efficiently using creative software including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Animate, After Effects, Premiere, and other industry technologies.
Animation
Prepare and present short animations employing basic animation techniques.
Art/Design Principles
Demonstrate the ability to produce visually compelling work by applying knowledge of color, pattern, detail, and composition.
Storytelling
Conceptualize, compose, and deliver images, animations, and movies demonstrating an effective use of visual communication and storytelling.
Portfolio
Apply creative problem solving and constructive feedback to conceive, produce, and present an impactful body of work that showcases your skills to employers and potential clients.
Digital Media Associate Degree Program Outcomes
About Sessions College
Sessions College has been inspiring creative professionals for 25 years.
 Accredited since 2001, we have a unique and proven approach to online education.
Accredited by Distance Education Accrediting Commission since 2001
Recognized as top design school by GDUSA
Winner of four USDLA awards for distance education
A Better Way to Learn
- Fully Online and Asynchronous. Our programs are fully online and asynchronous, allowing you to fit learning into your life. We provide weekly deadlines to keep you on track, but there are no mandatory login times and our learning platform is available 24 hours a day.
- Project-Based Learning. Our curriculum is designed to be highly interactive and project-based from the ground up to improve learning outcomes and keep you engaged.
- Feedback from Creative Pros. Our program is taught by industry experts who provide 1:1 feedback on all of your work.
Career Outlook for Digital Media
Digital Media professionals produce creative work such as motion graphics, animations, special effects, digital graphics, video production for web, television, social media, and live streaming. These creatives can serve in multiple roles such as special effects artists, animator, motion graphics artist, cinematographer, director, editor, camera operator, and more. Professionals in this field need to possess artistic talent, communication skills, computer skills, creativity, and time-management skills.
Job Titles
Graduates could be employed as Special Effects Artists, Animators, Motion Graphics Artists, Camera Operators, Film and Video Editors, Producers, and Directors.
Median Annual Wage
According to the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics median annual salaries in May 2023 were as follows:
| Camera operators, television, video, and film | $61,800 |
| Film and video editors | $66,600 |
| Producers and directors | $85,510 |
| Special effects artists and animators | $99,060 |
Job Projections
From 2022 to 2032, employment opportunities are expected to grow as follows:
- Film and video editors and camera operators: jobs are projected to grow 7 percent from 2022 to 2032.
- Producers and directors: jobs are projected to grow 7 percent from 2022 to 2032.
- Special effects artists and animators: jobs are projected to grow 8 percent from 2022 to 2032.
About 9,400 openings for special effects artists and animators are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
Based on Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics data for camera operators, film and video editors, producers and directors, and writers and authors and Indeed Job Outlook on video production and computer animation.
Truly Accessible and Affordable Education
Our simple, convenient online admissions process sets you up for success in your program.
Our truly affordable tuition is:
$7,200 per academic year (24 credits) – $3,600 per semester*.
Significantly more affordable than other online design or digital media colleges.
So affordable that 100% of tuition costs may be covered for eligible students.* Find out today if you qualify.
* Federal student aid and military education benefits available for eligible students.
What Students Gained from Our Digital Media Courses
I appreciate the professional instructors teaching real-world content. I love working with texture, whether tactile or digital. I have my own design studio, so I’ve added my new multimedia skills to my box of tricks.
This was a fantastic alternative to traditional school. I feel like the instructors made it easy for me to learn with written and video instructions. I’m looking forward to applying my knowledge that I have now in video production.
I feel the quality of the instructors is the best thing about Sessions College. They all have passions and expertise in multiple disciplines that shows in their interactions and critiques with students. By growing my video and editing abilities, as well as my storytelling skills, I can better assist my clients, and myself, to tell stories that need to be told.
Featured Student Work
Student work on this page by: Cameron Bentley, Larisa Lowas, Karen Sorano
Advance your career with our 100% online design and digital media programs today!
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