MHCC Integrated Media Program

Latest NEWS From Integrated Media @ Mt. Hood Community College

How do I get started in Integrated Media?

For the next cohort (Fall 2012), the process is even easier! Read how to start.

Find out more about Video graduate David Dusky's VANUARY project: One Man / One Van / One Month

"There's never been a better time to do creative work...

...THAN RIGHT NOW. You can get stuff started. You can get it out to people. And you can turn it in to a business if it's decent. And there are more ways to get work to material. And it's easier to get work. WE ARE AT A PEAK. Everything about our country is going to hell. Our politics, industry— this is the one part of America which is actually going GREAT."

—Ira Glass, Host and Executive Producer of This American Life, speaking at WFMU'st Radiovision Festival, October 29, 2011

FOUR Information Sessions Scheduled for 2012

The Information Sessions are a great opportunity to learn out about the new application process for Fall 2012, tour the facilities meet the faculty and get your questions answered. We'll be able to accept applications at each session and you'll be notified in approximately one month about your status.

• Tuesday, January 24 @ 6 p.m. in AC1364 //// Wednesday, March 14 @ 6 p.m. in AC1392
• Thursday, May 17 @ 6 p.m. in AC1364 ///// Wednesday, July 25 @ 6 p.m. in AC1392

Students receive Digital Media Commissions from Intel/OMPA

Five Integrated Media students were awarded stipends to explore applications of specific personal media technology, provided by and directed by Intel Interaction & Experience Research Lab. This scholarship opportunity is one of several provided by the OMPA (Oregon Media Production Association) each year. Recipients are (L to R): Video students Emily Morris and Rachel Jones, Graphic Design students Garrett Proctor and Baylee Brown, and Photography student Becki Luff at the Intel orientation in June. They'll be working with equipment provided by Intel over the next five months. Stay tuned to see the results of their explorations!

Oregon Maritime Museum benefits from IM students' efforts

Over a dozen Integrated Media students from the video, graphic design and photography options spent the last nine months working on a variety of projects to enhance Portland's floating museum which is moored to the sea wall in downtown Portland. Directed by instructor Jon Larson, photo students restored historic photographs from the museum's archives and graphic design students created new signs, graphics, exhibit labels and improved the Oregon Maritime Museum's floorplan and layout. Video students recorded interviews and created new pieces for the touch screen kiosks on board. This work was all completed through the IM291: Integrated Media Practicum class where hands-on work for real clients allows students to practice using their skills on real projects.

IM Portfolio Events Feature 2011 Graduates

Our Digital Photography and Professional Photography graduates displayed their portfolios on Wednesday, June 1.

Graphic Design graduates showed their design portfolios on Friday, June 3, 2011. First year graphic design projects were also on display.

Video students screened their work Friday, June 3 in the Visual Art Center Theatre for the 10th annual First Cut Digital Film Festival.

Collaboration results in successful Sandy River Showdown

Graphic Design student Dustin Fletcher led a dozen fellow IM students to organize, promote and document the Sandy River Showdown, a two day multi-sport event designed by and for athletes. It was billed as an "everyman's" race where athletes of all abilities have an opportunity to participate and share in the joy of competition.

The event consisted of two races occurring over the final weekend of April. The Dam Derby (kayaking) and the Dodge & Burn, biathlon-style team relay. Beneficiaries were Team River Runner and We Love Clean Rivers. A variety of social media efforts were employed including Facebook, Flkr, Vimeo and WordPress to promote the event, sponsored by GoPro, Keen, ClifBar, Jackson Kayak, NRP, Dave's Killer Bread and RoadID.

Integrated Media Changes to simplified Application Process

Beginning Fall term 2011, Integrated Media became a "limited entry" career technical program of study leading towards an Associate of Applied Science degree with options in Broadcasting, Graphic Design, Photography and Video.

This streamlined application process means that applicants will know if they've been accepted just a few weeks after their application is complete. Fall term will be devoted to introducing students to the many career opportunities in the creative services, learning basic software skills in the major applications and finding out if the creativity, dedication and team work necessary to succeed in this competitive industry is in place.

Chris Maier, one of the co-directors of the IM program explains the change. "We are looking for students who can demonstrate the ability to succeed in all core areas. To be competitive in the creative services field, you'll need to have commitment, talent, solid digital skills and the willingness to collaborate with others. The first term classes are designed to show us your abilities in each of these areas. Two years is a very compressed time period to prepare students for an entry-level position. Our curriculum is rigorous and fast-paced so identifying qualified students at the end of the first quarter allows us to move through the material more efficiently and effectively thereafter."

Rousing success for End of year events!

The 9th Annual First Cut Digital Film Festival featured an opportunity to vote for audience favorites this year. This Academy Awards-style event displayed the work of our Video students who use this yearly venue to showcase their films. The film festival was held in the Visual Art Theatre on the Main Gresham campus. A special thanks goes to our partner Pro Video and Tape for providing the cash prizes!

Annual Integrated Media Portfolio Show Moves Off Campus:

NemoHQ graciously hosted the Integrated Media Portfolio Show this past June. We had outgrown the capacity at the MHCC campus, so Nemo's SE PDX venue was a very exciting opportunity to celebrate the work of the Graphic Design, Photography, Video and Broadcasting students. Check out the SeeMeSeeMyWork blog that featured our 2010 graduates. 200 specially designed and printed Pinball Publishing Scoutbooks were given out at the event.

Launch party kickEd off high-def radio station: KMHD2

5.24.10: Integrated Media Broadcasting students have been hard at work getting their new high definition radio station off the ground, under the leadership of instructors JD Kiggins and Kevin Welch. Despite rainy weather and a lightning strike, the Wednesday, May 24th event didn't dampen their spirits. Keep up with the "Music Revolution" at the new KMHD2 web site.

Book designs benefit women's health program in ethiopia

3.08.10: Second year Graphic Design students in the IM291: Practicum class worked with Portland photographer, Joni Kabana to design a 50 page book that details personal stories from Ethiopian women. In February, Joni accompanied doctors from OHSU who focused their efforts on performing 29 surgeries for Ethiopian women under very challenging circumstances. Julia Artemenko's design was chosen to be printed and is available for purchase. All proceeds will be donated toward funding surgeries for additional Ethiopian women. Read more about the project on Joni's blog.

This is the third collaboration between Kabana and the graphic design students. In 2008, they designed books that documented her travels to India and Nepal to observe projects funded by Mercy Corps Phoenix Fund. Last year, students designed a promotional brochure for Globio's Bring-A-Book literacy project for third world countries.

Winning poster selected for King Lear production

1.28.10: Chelsea Carter's design is chosen to promote the winter term Theatre Arts Department's production of Shakespeare's play. Graphic Design students in David Maier's IM291: IM Practicum class competed for a 12-credit tuition waiver that is awarded to the winning designer. Next, Chelsea is designing an 8-page program that is distributed at each of the performances.

This is the twelfth year that graphic design students have produced the marketing materials for MHCC's theatre program and their performances.

2010 Law Enforcement Torch Run Graphic Selected

12.06.09: Josiah Clanton's Torch Run design is chosen for the 2010 event. Twenty Graphic Design students in the fall term IM29: IM Practicum class submitted entries for this annual competition that benefits Special Olympics Oregon.

Integrated Media sets schedule for 18 intensive workshops

12.01.09 Starting in January, a series of standalone 12-hour software classes (IM282: Integrated Media Focus) geared mostly for second year students. Learn Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro, InDesign, ProTools, CSS, Flash, Illustrator or Photoshop. You can even learn Performance/Voice Over techniques, WordPress customization or how to leverage Social Media to promote yourself. Space may be available for non-majors. Contact David Maier for information. Check out the winter term schedule.

"Little Switzerland" documentary demonstrates what Integrated Media is all about

Summer 2009 Second year IM students collaborate to work on documentary about five generations of Wallowa outfitters, led by Broadcasting student Shawna Wells, producer and audio editor for the project. Other key participants are Video student Zoe Roes- videographer and editor; Video student Brady Fitzgerald- editor/blogger; Graphic Design student Hannah Maier- Diamond Hitch Productions logo; Digital Photo student Steven Lenhart- still photography of cast and crew; and Christian Barnett- weblog design and production for Little Switzerland blog.

Student video from IM180 featured on Tieline web site

8.31.09 View the Independent Commander G3 "How To" video on the Tieline site. Scroll down to the bottom to watch this piece produced by one of the creative teams formed in the winter term IM180: Digital Assets and Aquisition class this year.

Graphic Design student wins Starbucks logo competition

8.28.09 Melissa Andrews, left, submitted the winning design for Starbucks' 20th anniversary. Her logo appeared on giant banners, notecards and posters in August.

UPDATE: Dmae Roberts presentation inspires new blog

6.12.09: The response to Roberts' presentation to IM students last week “Funding Your Bliss---Following Your Dreams in the Non-Profit World” led to a new project for this prolific award-winning writer/actor/producer/playwright. Check out (and subscribe to) Funding Your Bliss.

Workshop, Portfolio Show and Film Festival

5.21.09: Join us on Friday, June 5 to celebrate a variety of Integrated Media events.

Dmae Roberts will speak with all IM students on “Funding Your Bliss---Following Your Dreams in the Non-Profit World”. Roberts is the Executive Producer of the Peabody award-winning Crossing East radio series and leader behind MediaRites.org, the non-profit organization she runs. A long time Portland writer, radio producer and playwright, she’s well versed in the grant writing process and leveraging a myriad of funding sources to support her creative projects. Join us for this FREE event in AC1364 (Studio B) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Don't miss the Portfolio Show from 4 - 7 p.m. Graduating Graphic Design and Digital Photography students will have their portfolios on display throughout the AC1300 wing of the main campus. The public will be able to see collaborative projects as well as photographs, product packaging, advertisements, published books, CD promotions, event graphics, posters, web sites and corporate identity. First year projects by students in the Digital Photography and Graphic Design programs will be shown throughout the studios, labs and hallways of the Integrated Media Department.

Throughout the day, visitors will be entertained by the sounds of our student-run Internet radio station: “The Quarry.” “The Quarry” has been positioned as a place where listeners go to find the latest and greatest in college rock and the best in local music.

Video students are putting the finishing touches on their submissions for the 8th Annual First Cut Digital Film Festival starting at 8 p.m. in the Visual Arts Theatre. In the meantime, you'll be able to preview some of the films in the Video Gallery. GD student Amber Metz's design (right) was chosen to promote this year's event.

Students Apply Teamwork skills to Paint Scion car

4.23.09: Graphic Design students competed to win a private concert session today during this one hour timed event hosted by both Scion and 94/7 KNRK. They painted a Scion xB car wrapped in white plastic, following the radio station's theme of "It's Different Here". Fourteen GD students worked in 4 teams, each focused on one side of the car. They spent the morning sketching ideas and planning. Integrated Media Video and Digital Photo students documented the event. On Monday, the cars will be judged according to three factors: teamwork, use of the "It's Different Here" theme and creativity.

If you missed the competition, you can still see MHCC's car which will be parked at the Gresham Scion dealership for the next month. See DP student Sheryll Byrne's web gallery for shots of the whole event. View the finished car as well as a short video from the event. Update: MHCC placed a VERY CLOSE second and each student will receive a really cool prize pack from KNRK.

Digital Photo students collaborate with Graphic Designers

3.1.09: We asked IM Practicum students, under the leadership of faculty member Jon Larson, to take photos of our students in action. This is one of many taken that afternoon, and shows Steven Lenhart (at bottom, on desk) doing what needs to be done to get the shot of second-year GD students Sara Graebe and Jared Myrha reviewing colors for an upcoming project. (below).

Many second year projects are approached using small teams, preparing students to work in the creative services industry. In the real world, most complex projects involve a wide range of talents: art director, designer, copy writer, photographer, producer and account manager. It's increasingly common for these to be virtual teams that incorporate participants in many locations across the country and even around the world. In the IM program, from the very first term, students are trained to use file management techniques, keep blogs and use FTP to share their work with faculty, students and outside clients.

students work together to design the Mt. Hood Jazz Band CD

2.25.09: For the past ten years, GD students have been designing this annual CD project for the Music Department.This year, DP students shoot the photos for the project. Check out black and white images from Steven Lenhart's shoot or review Sheryl Byrne's color images. We'll post Frankie Welk's winning design later in April.

Agreement signed between IM: Graphic Design and PNCA

2.19.09: Officials at both schools signed the first articulation agreement between the IM:Graphic Design program at MHCC and the Pacific Northwest College of Art Communication Design program. Graduates of our AAS degree program will be able to transfer to this BFA program at the Junior level. Contact Chris Maier for complete information about this money-saving option.