Spring Programs | Apr 28th - Jul 16th

9am – 12pm | Tue + Thu

Learn the ins and outs of broadcasting for the news, sports, streaming, as well as what makes everything tick.

What you'll learn

You will move beyond theory and spend your time using the equipment and software found in professional studios.

This is a twelve-week intensive program. Throughout the course, you will work on individual and collaborative projects that result in a professional reel. This portfolio serves as a tangible record of your skills for potential employers or higher education applications.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Jana Angel – Broadcasting Program Graduate

 

Spring Programs | Apr 27th - Jul 15th

9am – 12pm | Mon + Wed

 

Learn the ins and outs of broadcasting for the news, sports, streaming, as well as what makes everything tick.

What you'll learn

You will move beyond theory and spend your time using the equipment and software found in professional studios.

This is a twelve-week intensive program. Throughout the course, you will work on individual and collaborative projects that result in a professional reel. This portfolio serves as a tangible record of your skills for potential employers or higher education applications.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Cam Derr – Broadcasting Program Graduate

 

Spring Programs | May 26th - Aug 13th

1pm – 4pm | Tue + Thu

Film a short movie in 12 weeks and have it showcased at a local theatre. From writing to post production, learn skills that work on any set. 

What you'll learn

With a focus on hands-on learning and current industry tools, you’ll gain practical experience while building a strong portfolio.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Cathy Beasley – Filmmaking Program Graduate

Spring Programs | May 25th - Aug 12th

1pm – 4pm | Mon + Wed

 

Film a short movie in 12 weeks and have it showcased at a local theatre. From writing to post production, learn skills that work on any set. 

What you'll learn

With a focus on hands-on learning and current industry tools, you’ll gain practical experience while building a strong portfolio.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Summer Programs | Jun 30th - Sep 17th

5pm – 8pm | Tue + Thu

For videogames, movies, broadcasts or anything that requieres computer graphics. Create a short animation in 12 weeks.

What you'll learn

With a focus on hands-on learning and current industry tools, you’ll gain practical experience while building a strong portfolio and fundamentals

By the end of this program you will learn:

Summer Programs | Jun 29th - Sep 16th

5pm – 8pm | Mon + Wed

 

For videogames, movies, broadcasts or anything that requieres computer graphics. Create a short animation in 12 weeks.

What you'll learn

With a focus on hands-on learning and current industry tools, you’ll gain practical experience while building a strong portfolio and fundamentals

By the end of this program you will learn:

Summer Programs | Jul 28th - Oct 15th

9am – 12pm | Tue + Thu

Develop a complete marketing strategy that covers everything your project or business needs.

What you'll learn

Learn all about social media for business or personal projects. This program covers everything from content creation to targeting and analytics, the tools you need to succesfully market your project or brand online. Hands-on training for marketing professionals using state of the art equipment and workflows.

Annaliese Kaplan – Broadcasting Program Graduate

 

Summer Programs | Jul 27th - Oct 14th

9am – 12pm | Tue + Thu

Develop a complete marketing strategy that covers everything your project or business needs.

What you'll learn

Learn all about social media for business or personal projects. This program covers everything from content creation to targeting and analytics, the tools you need to succesfully market your project or brand online. Hands-on training for marketing professionals using state of the art equipment and workflows.

Summer Programs | Aug 25th - Nov 12th

1pm – 4pm | Tue + Thu

Learn the ins and outs of broadcasting for the news, sports, streaming, as well as what makes everything tick.

What you'll learn

You will move beyond theory and spend your time using the equipment and software found in professional studios.

This is a twelve-week intensive program. Throughout the course, you will work on individual and collaborative projects that result in a professional reel. This portfolio serves as a tangible record of your skills for potential employers or higher education applications.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Ashley Stroehlein- Broadcasting Program Graduate

 

Summer Programs | Aug 24th - Nov 11th

1pm – 4pm | Mon + Wed

 

Learn the ins and outs of broadcasting for the news, sports, streaming, as well as what makes everything tick.

What you'll learn

You will move beyond theory and spend your time using the equipment and software found in professional studios.

This is a twelve-week intensive program. Throughout the course, you will work on individual and collaborative projects that result in a professional reel. This portfolio serves as a tangible record of your skills for potential employers or higher education applications.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Jenny Perry Bender – Broadcasting Program Graduate

 

Fall Programs | Sep 29th - Dec 17th

5pm – 8pm | Tue + Thu

Film a short movie in 12 weeks and have it showcased at a local theatre. From writing to post production, learn skills that work on any set. 

What you'll learn

With a focus on hands-on learning and current industry tools, you’ll gain practical experience while building a strong portfolio.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Ryan Guill – Filmmaking Program Graduate

 

Fall Programs | Sep 28th - Dec 16th

5pm – 8pm | Mon + Wed

 

Film a short movie in 12 weeks and have it showcased at a local theatre. From writing to post production, learn skills that work on any set. 

What you'll learn

With a focus on hands-on learning and current industry tools, you’ll gain practical experience while building a strong portfolio.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Corey Spencer – Filmmaking Program Graduate

 

Fall Programs | oct 27th - Jan 14th 2027

9am – 12pm | Tue + Thu

 

Learn and practice everyday skills for life.

What you'll learn

Students build essential skills to navigate everyday life. This life skills training focuses on four key areas critical for independent living and success: 

Sarah Lundquist – Instructor

 

Fall Programs | oct 26th - Jan 13th 2027

9am – 12pm | Mon + Wed

Learn and practice everyday skills for life.

What you'll learn

Students build essential skills to navigate everyday life. This life skills training focuses on four key areas critical for independent living and success: 

Rachel Star – Instructor

 

AI for Business Broadcasting Creative Animation Digital Marketing E-Commerce Filmmaking Graduates

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Labs + Workshops

Hands on learning professional equipment industry software assignments workflows recording studios

Feel right at home inside a recording booth, directing a film shoot or opening professional edition software. Practice on campus guided by professional instructors and master the skills needed to succeed in today’s media industries.

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