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Online Esports in Media Certificate
Build broadcasting, social media and strategic communication skills for the world of competitive gaming
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A 9-Credit Online Certificate for the Media Side of Esports
Esports is built for media. Broadcasts, streaming platforms, social channels and online communities shape how fans watch, follow and engage with competitive gaming.
The Esports in Media Certificate from the University of Nevada, Reno helps students study that media experience through a focused online program from Nevada Online and the Reynolds School of Journalism.
Build Skills Where Gaming and Media Meet
Understand esports culture
Explore the history and evolution of esports, gaming communities and media coverage.
Learn the language of digital audiences
Study how social media shapes online behavior, audience engagement and community conversations.
Practice broadcast communication
Gain exposure to sports announcing, commentary, analysis, hosting and streaming media roles.
What You’ll Study
| Course | Focus |
|---|---|
| JOUR 271 - Media Approaches to Esports and Gaming | Esports history, gaming culture and media analysis |
| JOUR 304 - Social Media and Society | Social media principles, online behavior and digital communication |
| JOUR 372 - Sports Announcing and Broadcasting | Play-by-play, color commentary, analysis, hosting and broadcast roles |
Please refer to the University Course Catalog for complete course details.
Designed for Students Interested in Esports and Sports Media
This certificate is built for students who want to add esports media knowledge to their academic path. It can complement majors connected to journalism, communication, digital media, marketing, business, art or interdisciplinary studies.
Students interested in streaming, sports announcing, gaming content or social media communication can use this certificate to explore the media side of esports in a focused online format.
Career-Connected Skills
The Esports in Media, Certificate may support interests in:
- Esports broadcasting
- Sports announcing
- Content production
- Social media management
- Team communications
- Streaming media
- Gaming and sports media
Career outcomes depend on each student’s major, experience, location and employer requirements.
Add Esports Media Skills to Your Degree
Study esports through the lens of broadcasting, social media and strategic communication. Earn a focused online certificate from the University of Nevada, Reno while building skills that connect gaming culture with today’s media landscape.
Why Choose the University of Nevada, Reno for the Esports Certificate Program from the Reynolds School of Journalism?
The Online Esports Certificate is a fully online 9-credit program focused on esports business, audience engagement, revenue strategy and event design. The Esports in Media Certificate program is offered through the Reynolds School of Journalism, a top tier, nationally respected and fully accredited institution with more than 100 years of journalism leadership.
Benefits of Learning Online with Nevada Online
Classes taught by University of Nevada, Reno faculty
Access to a Carnegie® R1 research university
Choose from accessible, fully online programs
Continue your education from anywhere in the world, free from a fixed schedule