School of Communications & Media Technologies

If video is your thing, this is your school. In today’s media-driven world, video dominates—from live television broadcasts and streaming to branded content, social storytelling, and immersive AI/AR/VR experiences. The School of Communications and Media Technologies is where creative storytellers, influencers, content creators, and media entrepreneurs come to master the skills that drive today’s digital-first and AI-driven industries.

Whether you see yourself on camera, behind the lens, or building the next breakthrough AI media brand, our programs blend storytelling, strategy, and emerging technology to launch you into the future of media.

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Areas Of Emphasis

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Immerse Yourself In The Art Of Live Television, Video & Podcast Storytelling expand_more
Learn to write, shoot, edit, produce, and host content for live television broadcasts, digital streaming, podcasts, social media, branded entertainment, and immersive experiences.
Explore AI-Powered Media expand_more
Understand how AI is transforming content creation, audience engagement, and storytelling—from automated video editing to personalized media experiences.
Become a Media Entrepreneur expand_more
Learn how to monetize content, launch your own media brand, and turn storytelling into a business—whether through YouTube, TikTok, podcasting, or AI-driven content strategies.
Influence, Engage, And Build Your Brand expand_more
Develop the skills to become an influencer, grow an audience, and create compelling branded content that connects with global communities.
Be On Camera Or Behind The Scenes expand_more
Choose your path: host, direct, edit, produce, or design the future of content across television, film, digital media, and live broadcasting.
Build A Portfolio That Stands Out expand_more
Graduate with a professional reel featuring branded content, influencer campaigns, AI-enhanced media, podcasting, AR/VR experiences, and television broadcast-quality productions.
Learn From Industry Pros expand_more
Study with working media professionals, brand strategists, and digital entrepreneurs who bring real-world expertise to the classroom.
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Train in professional television studios, live streaming spaces, podcasting labs, AR/VR production labs, and AI-powered media facilities.

Degrees

Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree

The School of Communications & Media Technologies’ BA program delivers a comprehensive, future-focused education, blending foundational skills in storytelling, broadcasting, journalism, and brand communications. You will explore the latest in AI-driven technologies, social and digital media platforms, and mobile content creation. With guidance from industry experts, you’ll learn to shoot, edit, write, and produce content across diverse channels, mastering the tools needed for streaming, broadcasting, and brand building in a rapidly evolving media landscape.

Master of Arts (MA) Degree

The MA program in Communications & Media Technologies offers an advanced curriculum tailored for aspiring professionals in multimedia, brand communications, and digital content creation. The coursework emphasizes cutting-edge skills in short-form production, on-camera performance, multimedia writing, and journalism across both broadcast and streaming platforms. Additionally, students engage with AI-driven tools, social and digital media strategies, and entrepreneurial practices. Graduates leave with a robust portfolio or reel that highlights their expertise, refined through an immersive and future-focused curriculum. The MA can be pursued on campus or online.

Master of Arts (MA) In AI Marketing & Design Degree

If you’re ready to take your creative education to the next level, we have a degree for you. Our fully accredited STEM Master of Arts in AI Marketing & Design degree is one-of-a-kind. In addition to the foundational art and design skills required for any creative career, we’ll teach you to excel in AI-driven creative environments and thrive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. Future-proof your career in art and design by staying on the cutting edge of creative technology.

By providing students access to industry expertise, expanding their toolkits, and
fostering a strategic perspective, we open limitless possibilities for their future. Academy of Art University, deeply rooted in San Francisco and Silicon Valley, embodies a unique fusion of culture and technology, creating an ideal environment for nurturing creativity and innovation. We are excited to help shape the minds of future artists who will, in turn, shape a brighter future for all.

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Allied Skills

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Communications and Media Technologies is just one part of a broader creative ecosystem called the School of Brand Communications. Our students gain valuable skills across graphic design, user experience (UX), advertising, and communications, providing them with a more comprehensive and holistic education. This integrated approach ensures that your portfolio stands out, showcasing a diverse skill set that positions you as a versatile professional ready to flourish in today’s fast-evolving media landscape.

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Step into the future of advertising at the Academy of Art University. Our facilities and dynamic online platforms are tailored to equip you with the skills for a successful advertising career, blending traditional methodologies with advanced AI technologies. Whether onsite or online, our environment promotes a hands-on learning experience that mirrors a real-world advertising studio.
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Interaction & UI/UX Design will help you gain a comprehensive skill set in contemporary interaction, user experience, and user interface design that will prepare you for careers in many industries including, the tech industry—one of the most vibrant, multifaceted, and expansive industries in the world.
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Learn to use the visual currency that defines our contemporary world. As a student in the School of Graphic Design, you’ll be mentored by faculty members with years of graphic design experience working with brand-name companies and strong ties to the overall industry (AIGA). Using the latest technologies, you will create a well-rounded portfolio that includes branding, experience design, motion design, packaging, and print. You’ll also experience being part of a real design agency, learn to cultivate strong problem-solving skills, and gain an appreciation for how sustainability affects design.

Online Learning

While we’d love to have you on campus with us, we know that for many that’s just not possible. That’s why our online program offers an immersive education that closely mimics the in-person experience. As an online student at the Academy, you can choose to join live classes via Zoom or take asynchronous courses on your own schedule. You’ll be taught by the same award-winning faculty and have remote access to the same media creation and production tools. You will develop the same industry-ready skills as on-campus students, preparing you for a dynamic career in modern media and communications.

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Careers

The School of Communications and Media Technologies prepares you for a wide range of careers in today’s evolving media landscape. Graduates excel in brand communications, broadcast journalism, and social media management, creating impactful content across platforms. With AI reshaping the industry, opportunities like AI content creators and creative technologists are on the rise, blending technology and storytelling.

  • Digital Content Producer
  • Host/Anchor
  • Multimedia Journalist
  • Radio/Podcast Personality
  • Social Media Manager
  • Video Producer/Editor

Companies That Have Hired Our Students

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The time I spent at the Academy had a tremendous impact on my ability not only to get my first job but to gain the skills I needed to be able to grow.
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Kristy Siefkin

MA Communications & Media Technologies / Anchor, FOX 10 (Phoenix)

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