Electronic Media Communication

Capture your creative vision

...on digital video

...in computer animation

...on a website or mobile device

...in photographs

...on-air

MTSU's Department of Electronic Media Communication (EMC) converges communication skills, creativity, and new technologies as we teach students to navigate a world that has evolved beyond the traditional. We help students prepare for a constantly changing world as they develop skills in creative media production and learn to be savvy media consumers, as well.

The department's accomplished faculty, both professional and academic, focus on creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking skills as students learn to be better communicators and creators of media content.

We provide stimulating learning environments in which students get hands-on experience. We use our brand new HD mobile production lab to teach live event TV productions such as sporting events and concerts. In our multi-camera HD production studio students learn to create all kinds of video programs. Students also have learning opportunities through MTTV, our student television station; WMTS, our student radio station; and WMOT, our 100,000 watt PBS radio station. Our digital labs are equipped with state of the art software and hardware. Our Baldwin Photo Gallery exhibits the work of some of the world's greatest photographers. Internships with local and national employers provide real-world work experiences.

Our students have the opportunity to elevate their educations through the University's Honors College, experiential learning programs, and post-graduate study.

With our diverse set of concentrations, we teach how to create effective electronic media content and experiences across virtually every platform. Take a look at our programs and where the department's blend of creativity, technology, and theory can lead:

Electronic Media Production

Love TV and film? Our award-winning EMC production faculty teaches students how to conceive, write, produce, and execute their visions.

Electronic Media Journalism

Is your passion working in entertainment, news, or sports? Students work in the field and newsroom settings as working professionals teach the basic techniques of field reporting.

Digital Media

Are you wired into the changing landscape of websites, blogs, and social and mobile media? Students learn how to plan and create interactive media projects.

Digital Animation

Want to work with digital animation, video graphics, and special effects? Digital animation students learn how to bring their ideas to life on the screen.

Photography

Interested in capturing the moment? Students explore approaches to both fine art and digital news photography.

Media Management

Want to work behind the scenes in the electronic media business? EMC management students learn the ropes managing on-air and online media businesses such as TV and radio stations.