Associate of Arts in Film Production

Program Overview

The program emphasizes hands-on learning and prepares students for careers in the film industry, including entry-level and mid-level positions at major film studios, production companies, and independent film projects. Graduates have gone on to work on a variety of successful film projects and have an average salary of $83,000.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Objective: The Film Production program provides students with a comprehensive foundation in film production, cinematography, editing, screenwriting, film history, and critical analysis/appreciation of film as an art, craft, and global industry.
• Description: This program is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in film production at major film studios, production companies, and as independent producers, writers, and directors in the entertainment/film industry.

Outline:

• Program Structure: The program consists of 60 units, including major courses, general education courses, electives, and milestones.
• Course Schedule: The program follows a four-semester schedule, with specific courses offered in each term.
• Modules:
• Term 1:
Motion Picture Production, Motion Picture Editing, General Education courses
• Term 2:
Film Editing, Film Sound, General Education courses
• Term 3:
Film Directing, Film History, General Education courses
• Term 4:
Film Production Workshop, Film Aesthetics, Electives
• Module Descriptions:
• Motion Picture Production:
Introduces students to the basic principles of film production, including camera operation, lighting, sound recording, and editing.
• Motion Picture Editing: Teaches students the fundamentals of film editing, including storyboarding, shot selection, and editing techniques.
• Film Directing: Provides students with the skills and knowledge to direct a short film.
• Film History: Surveys the history of film from its origins to the present day.
• Film Production Workshop: Allows students to apply their skills and knowledge to the production of a short film.
• Film Aesthetics: Explores the aesthetic principles of film, including cinematography, mise-en-scène, and editing.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods: The program uses a variety of assessment methods, including exams, assignments, presentations, and projects.
• Assessment Criteria: Students are assessed on their understanding of film production concepts, their ability to apply those concepts to practical projects, and their creativity and critical thinking skills.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, workshops, and guest speakers.
• Faculty: The program is taught by experienced film professionals with expertise in various areas of film production.
• Unique Approaches: The program emphasizes hands-on learning and provides students with opportunities to work on real-world film projects.

Careers:

• Career Paths: Graduates of the program can pursue careers in film production, cinematography, editing, screenwriting, directing, and related fields.
• Career Opportunities: The program prepares students for a variety of entry-level and mid-level positions in the film industry.
• Career Outcomes: Graduates of the program have gone on to work at major film studios, production companies, and independent film projects.

Other:

• Salary: The average salary for careers associated with this program is $83,000, with a range from $29,000 to over $208,000.