Program Overview: Photography

Compelling imagery carries much of the emotional power in today’s visual media, both print and electronic. This imagery is most commonly photographic. Students in the photographic imaging program must be creative, imaginative, and attentive to detail as they prepare to enter the field. While building an awareness of significance in visual style, students also develop core values based in professional standards and practices and a skill set with a solid technical and design foundation. 

What it’s all about

• Explore the principles of photographic design and the significance of visual style in the commercial sector.

• Study the application of professional cameras, lenses, and related processes—including small, medium, and large formats—as they apply to commercial uses such as editorial or advertising photography.

• Learn to use contemporary photographic imaging equipment and software in industry related facilities.

Career Opportunities

Bachelor of Science Degree
Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions such as:

• commercial photographer
• editorial photographer
• corporate photographer
• advertising photographer
• studio manager
• photographic technician
• photographer's assistant
• digital-imaging artist
• product or still-life photographer
• newspaper editorial photographer
• photo re-touch professional
• They may work in studios, or advertising agencies, publishing houses, photo labs or production companies, newspapers and magazines, or as freelancers

Associate of Science Degree
Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions such as:

• commercial photographer
• editorial photographer
• corporate photographer
• advertising photographer
• photographic editor
• studio manager
• staff photographer with publishing companies, photography studios and labs, and production companies
• freelance
• photographer’s assistant

Learn from Experts
Industry professionals teach a curriculum that is based on professional standards and practices for the student to develop a solid technical and design foundation.

Enhance education
Practical experience can augment the educational experience.

• Internships
• Travel
• Community Involvement