Multimedia Journalism, minor

Multimedia Journalism, minor

Program Overview

Being an expert in your field is one thing. Being able to communicate that expertise with compelling storytelling and data is something far more valuable. PLNU's multimedia journalism minor allows students to major in an area of study in the sciences, psychology, music, art, literature, theology, etc., with an additional marketable dimension that helps communicate those ideas from your primary major.

With a minor in multimedia journalism, students will learn how to gather information from reliable sources, organize information in a skillful manner, and communicate that information in a compelling way across various media platforms.

Students will learn from faculty and staff who offer a collective background of careers including journalism, television, radio, publishing, marketing, education, environmentalism, and much more. You'll learn how to communicate stories and issues related to your major, as well as any other area of interest, in a variety of formats.

Telling the Story

Jonathan Pickett: The Documentary Filmmaker is Just Getting Started
Jordan Robinson’s Slam Dunk Coverage of the WNBA
Emmy Award Winner Dana Williams Displays Journalistic Grit 
Heather McClure’s Climb to the Top of Entertainment

Capturing the Moment

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"Learning by Experience"

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Jonathan Pickett: The Documentary Filmmaker is Just Getting Started Emmy-nominated filmmaker Jonathan Pickett has a knack for turning real-life moments into compelling stories. Discover
Jordan Robinson’s Slam Dunk Coverage of the WNBA Jordan Robinson shares her journey both on the court and off it, helping tell the stories of stellar athletes. Discover
Emmy Award Winner Dana Williams Displays Journalistic Grit  NBC7 reporter Dana Williams has a passion and drive for telling stories of significance in San Diego. Discover
Heather McClure’s Climb to the Top of Entertainment At Amazon Studios, Heather McClure is crafting compelling narratives that captivate audiences worldwide. Discover
Is Adding a Minor to Your Degree Worth It? Learn more about college minors, how to add a minor to your degree, and how future employers see value in adding a college minor to your degree. Discover
Chelsea Davis Brings Hopeful Reporting to Hawaii News Now Chelsea Davis is a TV news reporter for Hawaii News Now, bringing hope during difficult times for the community she grew up in. Discover
Campus Community
"I loved being on campus. It was a family feeling, which I missed when I left home, and I found that sense of community when I went to Loma"
Chelsea Davis Multimedia Journalism B.A.
Learning by Experience
"A lot of schools teach from books but I feel like in our program, a lot of it was learning by experience. Write an article. Go do an interview. Look at this story. Tell me what you think of the ethics and legality of it. I sincerely think I owe a lot to my PLNU professors. They really helped shape me into who I am as a journalist."
Dana Williams Multimedia Journalism B.A.

Course List

For information about the courses required for the Multimedia Journalism, minor program, view the PLNU Catalog. 

Course Information

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Student Support

For most students, the transition into college life is one full of adjustments. There is the excitement of newfound freedoms, but also some uncertainty as you begin to make choices and take responsibility for your own future. 

At PLNU, we’re committed to supporting you — academically, professionally, spiritually, personally — so that you may be successful both in your time as a student and beyond. That’s why we offer a holistic support system that focuses on your unique experiences, particular needs, and personal and professional goals — resulting from our deep concern for you, our student.

With a focus on authentic relationships and personalized attention, our goal is to help transform you so you can follow your calling in your own career and life.

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Career Opportunities

A minor in multimedia journalism combined with your bachelor’s degree can lead to careers in the following:

  • Producer
  • Writer
  • Editor
  • Podcast host/producer
  • Social Media Director
  • Multimedia Specialist
  • Marketing 
  • Public Relations
  • Government/Investor/Employee relations

Department Faculty

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Andie Adams Broadcasting on Point Radio

PLNU Mass-Media Communications Outlets

Gain hands-on communication experience in front of the camera, on the microphone, and at the helm of PLNU's fully equipped television studio and media outlets.

Writer's Symposium Dean Nelson Interview

Writer's Symposium by the Sea

Writer's Symposium by the Sea interviews, conducted by symposium founder Dr. Dean Nelson, feature conversations about the stories behind the author’s stories.