Photojournalism
Develop your visual and audio storytelling skills by pursuing a Photojournalism degree from Minnesota State University Moorhead. You’ll learn digital storytelling techniques for still and video photography and collaborate with peers and professors to produce award-winning publications at one of the only photojournalism programs in the region.
The dual focus on still and video photography makes you more marketable to employers and greatly expands your potential job opportunities.
MSUM’s Photojournalism degree is unique to the area. MSUM often becomes a destination for students interested in truthful, digital storytelling through visuals and audio.
Photojournalism students consistently produce regional and national award-winning stories for print and television, especially in the Society of Professional Journalists’ TV news photography category.
You’ll jump right in to the program your first semester at MSUM, taking classes to build your foundation from the start. By the end of your time at MSUM, you’ll have a strong, diverse resume and samples of your work to show prospective employers.
Journalism Student Success Stories
Digital content creator makes community impact in Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo
Broadcast journalism grad Sara Hand, a recipient of Minnesota State Moorhead's 10 Under 10 Award, makes community impact through digital storytelling.
Poli Sci graduate receives award for using compelling stories to spark sweeping change
Carter Headrick ’93 has spent his career sharing stories to influence the decisions of U.S. leaders, earning him the MSUM Foundation’s Dragon Impact Award.
MSUM alum connects love for concerts with photojournalism
Alyssa Goelzer came to MSUM certain that she would find her creative niche there. At MSUM she connected photojournalism to her passion.
Learning Opportunities
Hone your skills outside of the classroom through involvement in student publications, internships and organizations.
You might also be interested in…
Broadcast Journalism | Multimedia Journalism | Communication Studies | Integrated Advertising and Public Relations
MSUM’s photojournalism program allows you to develop your video and audio storytelling skills. You'll learn digital storytelling techniques for still and video photography. Learn to collaborate with peers and professionals. Here is just a sample of photojournalism careers that are predicted to have job growth in the next 10 years.
What are some Common Photojournalism Related Careers?
| Career | Job Growth (2021-2031) | Median Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate Photographer | 9% | $39,000 |
| Master Control Operator | 3% | $43,000 |
| Photo Studio Owner | 12% | $60,000 |