Interactive Media

The Interactive Media Digital Design Program at Quinsigamond Community College was established in 1993 as one of the region’s first multifaceted, computer-based programs for students pursuing careers in digital media design.

The Associate in Science degree offers an integrated curriculum using industry standard hardware and software. Coursework combines design principles with digital media, web, and mobile technologies. By completing the program, students gain extensive hands-on experience with design software and develop a foundation for creating print and electronic publications.

Digital design specialists use computer-based tools to create typography, illustrations, animation, 3D imagery, motion graphics, and video. Their work helps organizations communicate ideas and promote products in local and global markets. Publishers, news organizations, advertising agencies, and manufacturers employ digital media designers or work with them on a freelance basis. 

Opportunities continue to grow across social media, video, photography, animation, and web design. The program includes courses in 3D modeling and video fundamentals. Students learn to combine text, graphics, sound, animation, photography, and video to create multimedia experiences.

The Interactive Media Game Design Option at Quinsigamond Community College was established in 2016 for students
interested in creating games and pursuing careers in interactive media.

The option combines a foundation in design with hands-on experience using industry standard hardware and software.
Students study game design concepts, storytelling, character development, level design, user interfaces, and the relationship between player choices and game outcomes.

Through projects and prototypes, students learn to turn ideas into playable experiences. They practice setting design goals, testing how a game works, gathering feedback, and refining their work to improve the player experience.

Students also develop skills that apply across creative and technical careers. They learn to communicate their ideas, collaborate with others, solve problems, manage projects, and respond to constructive feedback. By the end of the program, students have created work that demonstrates both their design process and their ability to build interactive
experiences.