Communication And Media Arts

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Everybody has a story. Learn to tell yours.

Are you interested in filmmaking, public relations, broadcasting, social media, writing, or podcasting? Turn your interests into career-ready skills in SUNY Erie’s Communication and Media Arts program! Get hands-on experience using professional video and audio equipment and industry-standard editing software while building a strong foundation in communication, public speaking, film studies, media writing, rhetoric, and public relations.

Graduates can find work in fields like journalism, marketing, filmmaking, or other related fields, but can also choose to continue their studies at a four-year institution. Alumni have continued their studies at schools including University at Buffalo, Buffalo State College, Hilbert College, Canisius University, SUNY Fredonia, SUNY Brockport, SUNY Oswego, Binghamton, NYU, and Syracuse University.

Is This Program Right For You?

You'll thrive in this program if...

You love telling stories and sharing ideas through writing, video, social media, and other forms of media.

You want to understand how media connects with people and build communication skills for a career in journalism, public relations, or media production.
You like hands-on experience in your classes, especially creating media, developing campaigns, and taking ideas from concept to completion.
For more information:
Amber Rinehart, South Campus
Room 115
50 Cobham
Orchard Park, NY 14127
(716) 851-1710
rineharta@ecc.edu