Master of Digital Media
A sixteen month internationally recognized, research informed and industry relevant professional graduate program that engages students in the development of digital media products.
What Is Digital Media?
Digital media is content that is stored in digital formats and usually distributed online. The shift from traditional media has taken place in many industries, including industries that arenโt typically associated with digital mediaโsuch as health, government and education.
Digital Media industries are unique in that they are the intersection of art, design, business and engineering.
Why Digital Media?
The digital media industry is growing throughout the world, with Vancouver, BC leading the way. Vancouver has one of the top video game clusters in the world and has the world’s largest VFX and animation hub.$23B
in revenue is generated by BCโs Technology industry141k
people are working across BC in the Digital Entertainment and Technology industries8000
Technology and Digital Entertainment companies operate in BC
Why MDM?
The Master of Digital Media program engages students through coursework and projects to develop essential communication, collaboration & leadership skills. The unique curriculum meets the needs of new and expanding digital media markets.
The Master of Digital Media program develops six core competencies. Together they comprise a skill set and an approach to building, managing, and leading digital media projects.
TeamworkLearn listening skills, conflict resolution, making & receiving offers, trust development, managing roles & responsibilities.
Design ProcessLearn iteration, pipeline creation, rapid prototyping, critique & reflection, context mapping, user experience, ideation, risk assessment, risk mitigation.
Self-AwarenessLearn goal setting, self-reflection, learning outcomes, self & peer assessment, documentationโdesign & blogging, self-initiative.
Time ManagementLearn role definition, scopeโpersonal & project, management strategies, setting measurable goals, pipeline management, change management.
ArticulationLearn elevator pitch; pitch structures; body awareness; expression of ideasโwritten, drawn & spoken; client management; documentation; research.
Information LiteracyLearn creative rights, context mapping, technological trajectories, consumptionโgenres & audiences, business models.Learn More
Our Projects
The core differentiator of the Master of Digital Media program and other comparable Masters programs is the emphasis of experiential learning through project courses. In fact, 65% of MDM coursework is project-based.
Our Faculty
Our diverse faculty are leading thinkers and professionals with decades of experience in their fields.
Larry Bafia
Larry Bafia is the MDM Program Director. He was the Head of Animation at VFS before joining the CDM in 2009.
Laura Ballay
Laura Ballay has worked at the intersection of human-centered design and technology for the past 15+ years.
Jason Elliott
Jason is a digital media expert with +20 years of development experience. Previously, he was a game designer and artist.
Dr. Rachel Ralph
Rachel has been an educator for over a decade and has worked as a digital media and curriculum consultant.
Dr. Dave Fracchia
Dave is a Professor of Professional Practice at the CDM. Previously, he was the Studio Head at Radical Entertainment.
Bill Zhao
Bill Zhao is a Unity Certified Lab Instructor who provides technical support and runs workshops for students.
Dr. Aida Elisabeta Osian
Aida is currently spearheading the technical language and communication section of the Pre-MDM program.
Dr. Patrick Pennefather
Patrick is a designer of interactive experiences working as a sound designer, composer, live performer and educator.
Our Industry Partners
Our industry partners provide students with internships, employment opportunities and work with students on collaborative projects to develop ideas and prototypes.
Microsoft VancouverThe Microsoft Corporation is a multinational computer technology corporation.View more
Finger Food Advanced Technology GroupView more
Archiact InteractiveArchiact Interactive is a full service virtual reality studio.View moreView All Partners
Students and Alumni
Master of Digital Media students come from all over the world and from all professional and educational backgrounds, such as engineering, fine arts, design, architecture, film, history and business.https://www.youtube.com/embed/nXWYdNyPp3Qhttps://www.youtube.com/embed/Gy47QYWYsdghttps://www.youtube.com/embed/Tk4kRgYoO_YLearn More
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University of Lethbridge Faculty of Fine Arts
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