How to Cite Multimedia Resources

Learn how to properly cite various types of multimedia resources in APA format, including videos, podcasts, artwork, music, and more.

Overview

Multimedia resources encompass a wide range of digital and non-digital content types. Each type has its own specific citation format while following general APA principles. This guide will help you understand how to cite different multimedia resources correctly.

Multimedia Resource Types

Videos

Learn how to cite online videos, movies, documentaries, and other video content.

Podcasts

Guidelines for citing podcast episodes, series, and audio broadcasts.

Artwork

How to cite paintings, sculptures, and other visual artworks.

Music

Citation formats for songs, albums, and musical compositions.

Speeches

How to cite recorded speeches, presentations, and lectures.

Radio

Guidelines for citing radio broadcasts and programs.

Maps

How to cite maps, atlases, and geographic data.

Charts and Graphs

Citation formats for charts, graphs, and data visualizations.

Photographs

How to cite photographs and digital images.

Illustrations

Guidelines for citing illustrations and drawings.

Audio

How to cite audio recordings and sound effects.

General Guidelines

Always include the type of medium in square brackets
Provide access information for online resources
Include creator and copyright information
Specify the format or platform when relevant
Follow standard APA author-date format for in-text citations

Common Elements

Creator Information

Author, artist, or creator name
Production roles when relevant
Organization or institution
Multiple contributors

Source Details

Title of work
Medium or format
Publication or creation date
Version or edition information

Access Information

URL or DOI
Database name
Physical location
Retrieval date when necessary