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You want to make an impact by telling people about the world around us. Today's journalist needs to work in all formats, and our digital journalism program will get you there. 

A good journalist knows how to research, write and report, but some stories demand more. A day in the life of a reporter can involve creating a Facebook live video, writing your story for the web, shooting and editing photos/video, as well as filing the final package of your story. 

As a Bachelor of Arts in digital journalism major, you're in for some intense classes in writing, editing, multimedia, video production, newsgathering and reporting, among other electives to further your program of study.

Beginning day one, you have access to our state-of-the art facilities and the opportunity to join any of the student-run media outlets/organizations. 

Point Park University School of Communication students volunteered at the 2019 Mid-Atlantic Regional Emmy Awards.

Point Park University School of Communication students volunteered at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Emmy Awards.

Course Offerings

You will receive a well-rounded education through Point Park's core curriculum and classes in your major. Some of the courses in the digital journalism major include:

  • Visual Storytelling
  • Point Park News Service
  • Video Field Production & Editing
  • Media & Society
  • Media Storytelling
  • Diversity and Communication
  • Newsgathering & Reporting
  • Introduction to Multimedia
  • Graphic Design I
  • Photojournalism
  • Broadcast Reporting
  • Multiplatform Magazine Reporting 
  • Media Ethics and Responsibility
  • Electives to further your program of study

Faculty bring industry experience to the classroom

School of Communication faculty members are proven professionals with connections to top media and communication organizations.

Meet the faculty
Pictured is Aimee-Marie Dorsten, Ph.D. Photo | Randall Coleman
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
Aimee-Marie Dorsten, Ph.D.
Dorstein is an associate professor of journalism and mass communication.
Pictured is Steven Hallock, Ph.D.
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
Steven Hallock, Ph.D.
Hallock is a professor of journalism.

Career Options

Graduates will be well-equipped with the core skills essential to any career in journalism — television, radio, print, web, etc. — and prepared to handle any other beat upon graduation, such as:

  • Multimedia Journalist
  • Data Journalist
  • Entrepreneurial Journalist
  • Web Content Editor
  • Photojournalist
  • Website Host

Alumni success

Learn about where our graduates have gone on to build their careers.

More news & features
Pictured is Keera Frye. Submitted photo
Keera Frye '20
Executive Producer, WDTV
Pictured is alumnus Matt Desmond. Submitted photo
Matt Desmond '12

Creative Content Segment Producer, NFL Media

News & Features

Lauryn Nania '21
Wednesday, May 10, 2023 Journalism alumna Lauryn Nania '21 is a communications coordinator at the Senator John Heinz History Center.
Caitlyn Scott '23
Friday, April 21, 2023 "The flexible structure of the journalism program allows students to gain experience in print writing, broadcasting and multimedia composition. It’s important to have a variety of options to choose from and the freedom to focus on specific areas of interest."
Justin Stewart '23
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 Journalism major Justin Stewart discusses his internship with The Incline and his sports podcast in this Q&A.