Audio in Media Arts (BA)

Webster University

The bachelor of arts degree in audio in media arts is designed for students who are interested in exploring the use of audio in all forms of media. This degree provides students with opportunities that include working with audio for film, television, video, animation, game design and interactive media. While emphasizing audio for forms of visual media, this program also provides opportunities to work with radio, podcasting, live audio and music production. Students majoring in audio in media arts cannot have a minor or dual degree in sound recording and engineering.Learning OutcomesSuccessful graduates of this program will be able to: Chart and update plans for a media-based production project based on a thorough understanding of audio theory, audio technology, sound recording principles and signal flow, Utilize skills in capturing, recording, mixing and finalizing audio on a media-based production project. Justify aesthetic choices made on, and evaluate the overall creative success of, a media-based production project, Work collaboratively and professionally with artists to produce deliverables consistent with industry standards.

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