Digital Media

2 Year Program
Calspan

Students will experience real world skills and techniques in the fields of graphic design, animation, illustration, and virtual production. The 2-year program studies topics like digital photography and videography, 2D and 3D animation and compositing, visual effects, combining virtual and physical worlds. They will create dynamic content through cutting edge, modern technology and techniques taught by industry professionals as well as gain real world experience through internships and collaborative opportunities with today’s top
producers and creative professionals.

Program Highlights

Create impressive graphics, stunning video, and eyepopping
animation alongside industry professionals.
Develop design skills for digital screens and print layouts,
YouTube videos, photography, and animation.
Operate software and hardware used by today’s digital
media workforce.

Digital Media Video

College Agreements

Canisius College
Hilbert College
Mohawk Valley Community College
Niagara County Community College
SUNY Erie
SUNY Niagara
Villa Maria College

Additional Information

Classroom Information

Large class size (28+)
Students are required to work independently and in a group setting
Students must take a shuttle from Harkness to their classroom at Calspan

Program Considerations

Able to focus on a specific task for an extended period of time daily
Able to organize and complete multiple assignments at a time
Able to reflect upon constructive criticism
Able to sit at a computer for 2+ hours
Responsible and ethical use of technology and equipment
Work independently and with a team
Strong reading comprehension skills

Instructor Information

Calspan Career & Technical Center
(716) 558-5565
Jason Bieger
Paul Ceppaglia