Local multimedia professionals are also occasionally hired to teach classes in their respective fields. During the last few years, multimedia has moved from being a buzz word to becoming practical. For years, interactive technologies have been used effectively in industrial, government, and educational settings, and now multimedia is entering homes in dramatic numbers. At the same time, flatbed scanners, digital cameras, and photo CD technology allow anyone to digitize their photos. Even CD-ROMs and laser videodiscs can now be affordably produced.
Electronic publishing seems poised to make enormous leaps.
An economic development task force has identified software production as a key economic development strategy for Southern Oregon. From the above information, it should be obvious that the multimedia and Internet production field is expanding exponentially, and subsequently there is a dire need for well-trained workers. Less apparent is the advantage that jobseekers with a minor in multimedia will have in a variety of diverse careers. Industries will be looking for employees with a variety of interdisciplinary skills, as well as specialized computer skills. A minimum of 24 credits in approved courses.