For starters, looking back to day 1 of this class just makes me laugh. Let’s just say it’s been quite the learning experience. MC330 has been a reality check for me, and understanding how technology is constantly changing. For example, working with iMovie 2006 compared to iMovie 2009 are two completely different layouts. It’s made me more aware of learning. Education really is a gift.
Within 5 weeks, I have learned so many valuable skills that I will utilize in my future profession out of college. I am hoping to land myself a career in public relations. Working with InDesign, and other programs that focus on elements of design and creativity, has enhanced my desire to work with a creative team for a PR company, and encouraged me to keep practicing. Multi-media writing has exposed both my strengths and weaknesses, but overall created a more well-rounded person. I feel I have a knack for editing and inserting audio that creates an emotional connection, which is the reason I thoroughly enjoyed making those videos. I have developed this infatuation with capturing a good photo. It has opened me up to some interests that I didn’t emphasize on before.
Working with on-line programs was one thing I wasn’t confident with. Before this class I had Facebook, that’s it. Now, I manage my own blog, Twitter account, G-mail and two other e-mail accounts, and am currently working on a Flickr account and mastering iPhoto. I am starting a second blog, for personal day-to-day input. The on-line world is exciting, and the opportunities seem to be endless.
It’s not only the programs that I’ve learned, but the concepts behind them. I have learned how to approach Twitter and how valuable a Twitter account can be. I have learned that the only way to absorb these programs is to makes mistakes and experiment, especially when using soundslides, audacity, and iMovie. This class forced me to step outside of my safe zone, which I feel was very beneficial. If there was a follow-up course to MC330, I would definitely be interested.
I am anxious to take my knowledge outside of the classroom. Companies are looking for that fresh face graduating from college with the skills that we’ve learned in this class. I want to be that face.
