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Transfer Opportunities
CSM has the following transfer agreements specifically for the Digital Media Production program:
Digital Media Production
Digital Media Production
AA Degree
La Plata Campus
The Digital Media Production program uses hands-on real world-based curriculum where students learn to write, produce, and direct public service announcements, talk shows, documentaries, dramatic films, audio production, and website development.
Students use the latest professional video cameras to film their projects and edit them on Adobe Premiere Pro.
The Digital Media Production program addresses the needs of corporate, television, e-business, and other media distribution outlets for existing markets, and prepares the student for the next generation of digital production and delivery. It enables students to create compelling and accessible media content to be delivered on television, broadband Internet, or other emerging distribution methods, and prepares them for successful employment.
Most students in the Digital Media Production program are intending to seek a 2-year degree and transfer to a 4-year institution, but we also serve those who want to enter the workforce with the knowledge and skills that they acquired from the AA degree and those who are taking specific classes to improve current performance in the workforce or start their own business.
View Program Requirements in the Catalog:
Hear From Our Alumni
I utilize my education and experience from the Digital Media Production program every day in my daily work at CBS News. It gave me a great foundation and the skills needed to be successful in the world of network news.
Central Control Supervising Engineer, CBS News Washington
The DMP program gave me the necessary skills to begin a career; first as an intern, then as a part-time production specialist, to currently managing a local government television station.
Station Manager, Charles County Government Television
My journey into broadcasting began with the Digital Media Production program at the College of Southern Maryland. The support, training, and opportunities I found there helped shaped the professional I’ve become, and to excel in this industry.
Video Production Specialist, Charles County Government
The digital media production program gave me the foundation I needed to follow my passion into a career immediately after graduating. From flying in a news helicopter to producing tv commercials, every day I’m doing what I love and building upon what I first learned at CSM!
Creative Services Producer, WBOC-TV (Salisbury, Maryland)
The Digital Media Production program at the College of Southern Maryland gave me real, hands-on skills that directly led to multiple job opportunities. Today, I work as a Public Broadcast Production Specialist for Calvert County Government-proof that the program truly prepares students for the industry.
Public Broadcast Production Specialist, Calvert County Government TV
The DMP program gave me the foundation and confidence to thrive in my career. The skills I gained are not just things I learned in class, I apply them every single day. It was truly a transformative experience that continues to impact my professional journey, and the support and guidance from Professor Areke made all the difference.
Social Media Manager, Healing Arts Institute of South Florida
Freelance Video Producer, Hardline Productions
The DMP Program helped further my career in the Audio & Video Production Business by allowing me collaborate hands on in a team environment with other creative people. It helped me build my confidence working with others and made me think outside of the box. That collaboration prepared me to work with clients both large and small, and has been a major benefit in my career. Thanks CSM!
Video Production Specialist, dbF A Media Company
Highlights
18%
Predicted Growth of Employment for Video Editors and Camera Operators From 2019-2029 According to the U.S. BLS
$59,810
Median Annual Salary for Video Editors and Camera Operators in 2019 according to the U.S. BLS
10%
Predicted Growth of Employment for Producers and Directors From 2019-2029 According to the U.S. BLS
$74,420
Median Annual Salary for Producers and Directors in 2019 according to the U.S. BLS
17:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio Which means smaller class sizes and more personalized attention
Internship Opportunities
CSM Digital Media Production students have had internships with the following businesses and organizations:
- AVIAN LLC
- Charles County Government Television
- CSM-TV (Comcast Channel 98/Verizon FiOS Channel 16) and LPACC-TV (Local Public Access, Comcast Channel 99/Verizon FiOS Channel 11)
- dbF Corporation
- Phocus Video communications
- Prince Georges Community Television
- Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Media
- Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO)
- St. Mary's Public Schools Channel 96 Media Production
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St. Mary’s County Government TV
- St. Mary’s County Government Television
Awards and Accolades
Annual Anti-Theft Audio and Video PSA Competition
Since 2016, DMP students have been competing and winning awards in the annual anti-theft Audio and Video PSA Competition sponsored by the Maryland State Police, Maryland Vehicle Theft Prevention Council, and Maryland/DC Anti-Car Theft Committee. Our students are the only community college students in the competition.
