Immersive Industry Experiences
Ohio University students preparing for careers are not limited to just learning in the classroom; they also have the opportunity to interact one-on-one with industry leaders.
These opportunities occur on campus and off, and include off-campus programs coordinated in conjunction with the Office of Global Opportunities (OGO). OGO, which is well-known for its excellence in coordinating study abroad opportunities around the world for OHIO students, also manages a wide range of programs in the U.S.
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Semester-in-LAStudents take classes for credit, intern at LA-based media companies, network with hundreds of professionals, tour studios and attend productions, and produce a short film.
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SXSW ConferenceAttend the trend-setting music, film, and interactive conference and network with leading creatives and industry leaders.
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Nelsonville Music FestivalStudents help run a stage for the acclaimed music series "The Sycamore Sessions", produced live at the annual Nelsonville Music Festival.
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Storytelling, Technology, & Digital Media in Theme ParksThe "Disney class" examines the media design, technology & storytelling principles employed in the development of theme parks.
Opportunities to Travel Abroad
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Japan: Animation and Culture in TokyoBecome immersed in Tokyo's rich culture as you explore the art of animation. Visit sites important in history, traditional art, and popular culture and learn to recognize the diversity of cultural expression in Japanese customs and aesthetics.
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Spain: Screenwriting and Documentary StorytellingEach student will select a short story by a Spanish author and learn how to write a screenplay for a short film adapted from their chosen story.
Masterclass Series
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Masterclass Series: Austin, TX with Jim EnoWork side-by-side with a notable music producer for one week, serving in an apprenticeship role as a team during recording and mixing session.
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Masterclass Series: Brooklyn with Joel HamiltonHead to Brooklyn for a long weekend and work closely with a notable music producer recording and mixing in a professional studio.