Richard Dool
Teaching Professor
Director of Master of Communication and Media Program
richard.dool@rutgers.edu
Digital Media Specialization
The Digital Media specialization within the Master of Communication and Media program is designed for journalists and communication professionals looking to expand their skills and stay ahead in 21st-century media. Students will explore grassroots reporting, advocacy and gain hands-on experience in digital video capture, editing, production, and social media management. This fully online program also offers the flexibility to take elective courses—either online or in person—from other specializations.
Requirements for Digital Media
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As part of the Master of Communication and Media program, all Digital Media students are required to complete:
- 17:194:508 E-Portfolio
- 17:194:594 Digital Media Ethics
- 17:194:513 MCM Graduate Experience (0 credit/tuition course, three 3-hour live Workshop)
- 17:194:5XX Communication Research (514) or Media Research (556)
- 17:194:519 Capstone Seminar
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Students may take any Master of Communication and Media course related to their career interests. The following are recommended for Digital Media students:
- 17:194:507 Digital Media Production
- 17:194:512 Communication and Technology
- 17:194:525 Internships
- 17:194:540 Organizational Leadership
- 17:194:546 Social Media
- 17:194:549 Organizational Assessment
- 17:194:551 Children and Media
- 17:194:590 Digital Journalism
- 17:194:591 Critiquing Marketing Communications
- 17:194:592 Digital Advocacy and Persuasion
- 17:194:593 Globalization, Media and Social Change
- 17:194:597 Newer Media Law and Policy
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A special topics course gives you the chance to explore unique or emerging subjects while shaping your studies to match your interests. With an interdisciplinary approach, these courses offer interactive, hands-on learning experiences that can boost your research skills and career preparation.
- 5XX Effective Presentations
- 5XX Crisis Communication
- 5XX Small Group Communication
- 5XX Transmedia Storytelling
- 5XX Creative Engagement
Putting Program Skills to Work
“Digital media, regardless of whether it is on social media platforms, the Internet, broadcast tv, video games, etc., is constantly evolving. Not only that, but it is doing so at such a rapid pace. As a result, I think anyone operating in this industry needs to be able to stay on top of trends, and perform at maximum efficiency as a means of staying timely and relevant.”
-Elizabeth Boyle, MCM'18
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