Sheridan’s Journalism – New Media (JNM) program has established itself as Canada’s benchmark of excellence for digital news training. Our graduates are the industry’s pioneers in digital news departments around the world and have distinguished themselves as innovative and forward-thinking visionaries in a constantly evolving profession. JNM’s integrated approach to learning combines practical and technical training – fusing traditional journalism education with trailblazing technology courses you won’t find at other schools. This 8-month long intensive program is perfectly suited for university and college graduates of all disciplines, as well as mid-career professionals seeking to upgrade their skills and digital and entrepreneurial acumen.

In this ever-changing field, career opportunities ebb and flow quickly. Sheridan's Journalism – New Media program prepares you to work successfully in a variety of roles and makes you one of the most marketable graduates of any Journalism program in the country – capable of moving seamlessly between mediums or tackling the skill and demands of convergent media. Our graduates boast unique skills and are therefore in high demand, capable of working as online and independent journalists or for mainstream news organizations in more traditional roles. While in the program, you'll develop outstanding professional contacts, which often translate into job opportunities. Employment Prospects Graduates of the program can expect a variety of employment scenarios, ranging from full-time, traditional employment to contract and freelance work to self-employment start ups. Students will work successfully in the field of news and information, television and radio, web and new media, production and communications. Graduates from previous years are currently working as: Multimedia News Reporter Writer Data Journalist Videographer News Photographer Editor Content Producer Broadcaster Host Public Relations Professional.