The Media Arts Center

A school that focuses on student outcome. Hands-on instruction for Media Arts disciplines:

Spring Programs | Mar 31st - Jun 28th

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.

Spring Programs | Apr 28th - Jul 16th

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:

Spring Programs | May 26th - Aug 13th

Film a short movie in 12 weeks. 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

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

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

What you'll learn

Summer Programs | Aug 25th - Nov 12th

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.

By the end of this program you will learn:

Fall Programs | Sep 29th - Dec 17th

Film a short movie in 12 weeks. 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:

Fall Programs | oct 27th - Jan 14th 2027

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:

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

Attending The Media Arts center was a game changer for my career. The courses were practical, up to date, and taught by industry professionals who truly cared about our success. I completed the class with not only new skills in digital marketing and strategy, but also real confidence to apply them in the real world. Highly recommend to anyone serious about building a future in marketing!

Andrea Sturdivant

I'm so glad that I took the Social Media marketing course at the Media Arts Center. This program was exactly what I was expecting to be and more. As a business owner, having a solid marketing plan and implementing it effectively is one of the most important parts of running a very successful business. This course will teach you every step of building a successful marketing campaign from creating a social media post/video, editing, posting, and analyzing the data and a lot more. Our instructor Hugo shared invaluable insights and hacks for utilizing AI capabilities when creating Social Media marketing. Friday lab sessions gave me one on one time to focus on specific projects for my own marketing campaign that I'm implementing for my business now. I highly recommend this course for any business owner or solopreneur (or someone who wants to start a business) and wants to learn about social media marketing.

King Mirtalipov

The Media Arts Center’s social media course was a game-changer for my business. John is truly an inspirational instructor, offering lifelong advice and practical strategies that helped me boost my online presence. His guidance has made a real difference, and I highly recommend the course to anyone looking to grow and succeed.

Monica Posse

Media Arts Center was and is amazing!! I enjoyed my time here leaning how to make a film from the ground up. Now having experience in Script-writing, Cinematography, Editing, and much more. The teachers were wonderful and kind. Mr. John is incredible and full of amazing advice and stories. Definitely come here, the courses aren't that long as well. Thank You All for your time!!!

Ethan Mullet

Getting a hands on education in modern media and broadcasting has never been easier or more fun. This school helped me learn the fundamentals of podcasting, audio and video editing from experts working in the industry now. Graduates also get use of the courses and facilities anytime. If you are looking to learn for a new career, hobby or your business, The Media Arts Center Charlotte is the best place to start.

Norb Garett

Media Arts Center has been great. Enjoying learning about social media and all the different aspects of it. The hands on learning and the availability of instructors have been so helpful. Definitely recommend this class

Tessa Evans

The staff and leadership at Media Arts Center is outstanding. John Casson is patient and explained the basics which made me more confident. He has also found time to help me with my career after graduating from the school. I highly recommend Media Arts Center.

Michael Graham

The Media Art Center, has definitely changed my viewpoint of Digital Media and marketing. They are super understanding, compassionate, and go the extra mile to help you understand the ins and outs of creating a great business! I can’t wait to continue and dive into some of their other classes!

Kristie Phillips

Took the filming making class and they teach you everything you need to know. From working the camera, setting up lights, writing your own short film, and how to direct, produce, and edit your own short film. They even bring in a screenwriting expert, a camera expert and a video/audio expert so you learn everything you need to know

Justin Altritt

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