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Cinematography and Film/Video Production

Video Production is all about the communication of dramatic information. Making and producing films and videos are the focuses of this major, learning everything from the theory of film to cinematographic art to equipment operation, leading to a career in media production. Video production is available at the certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master, and doctorate levels.

Certificate Level

For entry level positions, a film and video production certificate may be all that’s needed. Many programs at this level are offered online and take a year or less to complete when attending full time. Many students will use this type of program to build a portfolio, one of the biggest requirements for job applications in the video production field.

The typically curriculum will include the basics of multimedia design, digital video production, and an introduction to after effects.

Associate Level

This level of education will be more competitive for entry-level positions. Typically taking two years, there are two common degrees students can opt for in this field of study.

The curriculum of an Associate of Applied Science in Television and Video Production will include more course on video editing, audio basics, post-production, and studio production techniques. An AS in this area is considered more of a technical degree and will likely include courses on operating a camera and recording audio, as well.

On the other side of things, an Associate of Arts in Digital Video Production will focus more on storyboarding and the design process. It will cover the process of creating a film or video from beginning to end. Courses will likely include 2D and 3D animation, production management, and more.

Careers for individuals with an associate’s degree in video production include: Camera Operator, entry-level Digital Video Editor, Production Assistant, Equipment Technician for Digital Video

Baccalaureate

Most careers in the Video Production field will require a baccalaureate degree, including most film and video editors, writers and authors. The curriculum will delve deeper into the topics of both types of associate’s degrees and include more scriptwriting, TV interpretation, motion picture production, video directing, lighting, sound, animation, and camera operations.

Many institutions offer two types of baccalaureate degrees, either a Bachelor of Arts in Video Production or a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Video Production. A BA major will spend about 60% of the curriculum in liberal arts classes, while a BFA major will spend that same percentage of time in video production classes. BFA degrees are typically more rigorous and considered pre-professional degrees.

Careers for individuals with a baccalaureate in video production: Producer, Director, Film Editor, Video Editor, Screenwriter. The median salary for graduates in this area of study ranges between $49,000 and $61,000.

Master Level

Master’s programs in video production typically require minimum Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores and a minimum GPA. While not a commonly required degree in this area of study, it can make an individual competitive. They are a unique build-your-own experience based on interest and career goals. The area of study can be acquired under a few different degree types— as a Master of Science, a Master of Arts, or a Master of Fine Arts. The last is the most popular. The curriculum will focus more on production history and practice, as well as criticism. Cinematography, sound design, and directing are traditional courses in this major, but many will be based around the chosen concentration.

The MFA in Video Production is typically a more creative avenue versus the other two options and usually culminates in a short video, film submission, or writing sample as a requirement for graduation.

Doctorate Level

At this level of education, the primary option is a PhD in Film Production. The goal after earning this degree would be to work in academia, usually as a professor.

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I love Washtenaw Community College. The instructors are great and extremely informative. No matter what challenge I go through there is always someone there to help me through it.

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Great motivational teachers. You get more one on one teacher time to ask more questions. Excellent tutoring programs, which you should definitely take advantage of.

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MICA has a lot to offer.

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Rutgers has a lot to offer a transfer student like my self. They have made the transition from community college easy for me. Rutgers is the only school that carries Social work as a major in traveling distance from my home.

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Cornish College of the Arts

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Lots of hands-on info and learning for people in the natural resources field--can't speak for other majors.

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CUNY City College

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My sister goes to this school for the EDM program and I was recently accepted to the same program. By the looks of it, my sister greatly improved with video making, typography, and digital design and she is starting in arts that she has never done...

” – Monica from New York City, NY
Northwest Vista College

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The Northwest Vista campus is by far the best campus in the Alamo Community of colleges. The buildings aren't clearly marked, but after you learn the campus, everything is easy to find. Most of the teachers are great.

” – Alexis from San Antonio, TX
Kingston University London

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Most of the teachers here at Pacific really care about you and how you are going about your college life. The teachers are also very understanding and do not mind taking extra time to help you out if you need it. If they feel that you are more...

” – Ka'imionalani from Pearl City, HI
Doane University

Doane University is a private, 4-year institution established in Crete, Nebraska. The college also maintains three additional, satellite campuses in Lincoln, Grand Island, and Omaha. Students attending Doane have a number of special academic...

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Great Professors, Staff that helps you when you need it , beautiful campus , great housing and they try and help you out financial as much as they can.

” – Levi from Bennet, NE
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Cosumnes River College is a public, 2-year institution primarily located in Sacramento, California. Along with its main campus, the college also maintains a satellite campus in the city of Elk Grove. Students at CRC can opt to take some classes in an...

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Cosumnes River college is highly diverse college with various education, club, and sport opportunities. The campus is spacious and organized very well. Also, the professors there are great and prepared to have a great semester as long as the students...

” – Angelica from Sacramento, CA
University of North Carolina School of the Arts

University of North Carolina School of the Arts is a public institution and arts conservatory in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. It is the first school of Arts in the nation to be funded by the state. The most popular fields of study are...

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this is an excellent school to attend for getting a stellar education in technical theatre. the wig and makeup design mfa program is one of only two such programs in the country, and it is incredibly thorough and informative. the standard of work...

” – Kai from Winston Salem, NC
Asbury University

Founded in 1890, Asbury University is a multi-denominational Christian liberal arts college in central Kentucky. Asbury is home to 15 academic departments conferring undergrad degrees in over 150 fields of study, including the only Equine Studies...

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Asbury is a beautiful school filled with tons of friendly people. Here you will find plenty of people who care about you and are willing to help you succeed in your college career and beyond. The professors are great, and for the most part, very...

” – Kiana from Minneapolis, MN
Massachusetts College of Art and Design

Founded in 1873, Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt) is the first freestanding public college of art and design in the country and the first to grant a degree. Located in Boston’s hub of arts and culture along the Avenue of the Arts...

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I took a lot of art classes in High School and in my previous college, but I'm still learning new things every day. Yes, some things get repetitive, but the teachers are very willing to cater to the students and personalize projects if you let them...

” – Samantha from Edgecomb, ME
College for Creative Studies

For more than a century, the College for Creative Studies has distinguished itself as one of the premier institutions of higher learning in the world. Located in the heart of Detroit’s Innovation District, CCS veritable force of talent and resources...

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College for Creative Studies is a school where everyone can learn to have fun but also learn the basics and advanced levels of art. Students and professors at CCS are passionate about all types of art and are willing to expand their talent and...

” – Megan
Los Angeles Valley College

Los Angeles Valley College is a public, 2-year institution located in Valley Glen, California. The college offers studies in a wide variety of subjects, with many of its available classes participating in the Zero Textbook Cost program, which is a...

Westminster University

Westminster University is a 4-year liberal arts institution located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The 32-acre campus is just 10 minutes from the downtown business district and features five undergraduate colleges, as well as four graduate institutions...

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great advancement opportunities for students after college.
great internship opportunities and helpful placement in them.
great helpful and encouraging staff.

” – Stephanie from West Valley, UT
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Baton Rouge Community College is a two-year institution in Louisiana with an open admissions policy. BRCC has partnerships with a number of schools depending on major for transfer to a 4-year university, and offers Project R.O.A.R. for African...

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I think that I will learn a lot because I like to surround myself in a learning environment and also everyone has been talking about going to this school. My baby daycare teacher goes there and I would like to become a daycare assistant.

” – Antionette from Baton Rouge, LA
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Wisconsin Lutheran College is a private, Christ-centered institution established in Milwaukee. WLC offers over 60 undergraduate and graduate programs, which feature small class sizes, one-on-one mentoring with faculty, and a Christian learning...

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This small school has all I want. Personalized help with classes, majors and life on campus is always available. Private schools can be expensive, but financial aid is always a big help in finding grants and scholarships.

” – Rebekah from Brookfield, WI
Villa Maria College

Founded by the Felician Sisters, Villa Maria College is a 4-year Catholic school in Buffalo. Villa Maria confers bachelor’s degrees in 12 academic majors and is also home to eight associate-degree granting programs. To provide a real-world learning...

Pacific Union College

Pacific Union College is a private, Christ-centered institution established in Napa Valley, California. While the college offers both undergraduate and graduate programs, the vast majority of students in attendance are undergraduates. PUC is part of...

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Pacific Union College is a school were a student can discover exactly who they are, and what they want to do for the rest of his or her life. It offers both educational and spiritual opportunities for students who are struggling to find a place in...

” – Jeffrey from Miami, FL
Anderson University

Anderson University is a private, liberal arts institution located in Anderson, Indiana, and it is affiliated with the Christian Church of God. AU’s mission is to educate for a life of faith and service in the church and society through their five...

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Although I'm only finishing up my first semester here at Anderson, I feel like I am well on my way to bigger and better things. Because of the smaller class sizes, I definitely get more individualized attention. Also, you really get to know your...

” – Ryan from Saint Clairsville, OH
SUNY Purchase

SUNY Purchase is a 4-year public school in the New York City metro area and part of the State University of New York system. SUNY Purchase is home to schools of The Arts, Liberal Arts & Humanities, and Liberal Studies granting bachelor’s degrees in...

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Purchase really embodies their slogan "think wide open". It brings your mind to a different level and opens up your eyes. It makes you think about who you really want to be.

” – Marissa from Newington, CT
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Oklahoma City Community College is the second largest 2-year community college in The Sooner State. OCCC, pronounced “O-triple-C,” features the Students Connecting with Mentors for Success (SCMS) program for students needing advice, as well as the...

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A great school, and one of the cheapest you will find. They have so many resources, anything you need I'm sure you will find it on campus. The instructors are very nice, and always willing to help. If you have any questions about anything, ask!! Even...

” – Marta from Oklahoma City, OK
Crown College
Saint Bonifacius, MN
Crown College

Crown College is a private, Christ-centered institution established in St. Bonifacius, Minnesota. Crown College holds all attending students to a biblical standard of principles, and students are all required to attend chapel three times weekly. The...

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Crown is an excellent small school with a great faculty and student body. It is a great place to display and grow in your faith, which can be done through many venues at crown including worship team, choir, eleven different NCAA sports, and theater...

” – Drew from Fennimore, WI
Milwaukee Area Technical College

Milwaukee Area Technical College is a public, 2-year institution located in the state of Wisconsin. Along with MATC’s main campus, the college also maintains three satellite locations in Mequon, Oak Creek, and West Allis. MATC offers flexible start...

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They have a wonderful faculty that are truly passionate about their fields. They also have a great curriculum, and ease of learning. Sadly, some of the students attending give the school a bad name.

” – Brian
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West Valley College is a 2-year community college at the southwest edge of Silicon Valley. WVC offers programs and certificates in 44 academic departments including an Unmanned Aircraft Systems program training students in aerial videography and...

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Since West Valley has such a supportive and helpful staff, it is very easy for me to learn alot of new things so that I may get my degree faster and easier. It also helps me complete what I couldn't quite understand in high school.

” – Amanda from San Jose, CA
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Bluegrass Community & Technical College is a public, 2-year institution located in Lexington, Kentucky. There are three BCTC campuses within the school’s home city, along with three additional satellite campuses in Danville, Lawrenceburg, and...

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Bluegrass Community and Technical College (BCTC) is a nice community college. This is my first year studying at BCTC, and I have found that the advisers and instructors are helpful and friendly as well as knowledgeable.

” – Natasha from Lexington, KY
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With campus a short drive from the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, Rogue Community College is a 2-year institution in southern Oregon. RCC is home to 51 academic departments hosting degree and certificate-granting programs. Utilizing its wooded...

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I feel Rogue community College is an excellent jump off point. The instructors as well as the students are very enjoyable. Instructors are well versed in the areas in which they teach, which is always a plus.

” – Bill from Medford, OR
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Santa Fe Community College is a 2-year institution serving New Mexico’s capital city and most of Santa Fe County. SFCC is home to six academic schools and three departments offering over 100 degree and certificate programs in subjects from Biofuels...

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The high school that I graduated from was not the best school for academics and I found that I did not possess many of the skills needed for succeeding in college. Thankfully, many of my professors spent time making sure that I understood my classes...

” – Stephanie from Citra, FL
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The College of Marin is a public, 2-year institution established in California, with two facilities located in Kentfield and Novato. COM offers more than 40 associate’s degrees and certificates, many of which include courses that are available online...

Nelson University

GREATER WITH FAITH

At Nelson University (formerly SAGU), our faith doesn’t stop at the chapel door. We carry it with us wherever we go. Because God’s love is greater than a chapel, or a classroom, or a university can hold. And because of that...

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Southwestern Assemblies of God University is a great Christian Faith based University. I am majoring in Children and Family Ministries and I have learned so much in the past year from my professors and also have been involved in outreach...

” – Melissa from Waxahachie, TX
State University of New York at Oswego

With campus situated on the shores of Lake Ontario, SUNY College at Oswego is a public university in northern New York State. SUNY Oswego is home to schools of Education, Liberal Arts, Communication, and Business conferring degrees in over 60 fields...

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Oswego is pretty strong academically, especially in the Schools of Business and Educations. It has a lively social life with a lot of campus events and tons of bars. Overall, it is a great party school where you can still get an education and enjoy...

” – Christopher from Center Moriches, NY
The University of Montana

With a campus settled at the base of Mount Sentinel, the University of Montana is a 4-year public school in western Montana and the flagship institution of the Montana University System. UM is home to 13 colleges and schools granting undergraduate...

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if you can stand the drastic weather, missoula is one of the greatest places to compose, perform, and learn about music. the locals are incredibly relaxed and open to conversation about just about anything.

” – Matt from Great Falls, MT
Bard College at Simon's Rock

Bard College at Simon's Rock is an early college with “more selective” admissions where high school students can enroll before graduation. The average age at entry is 16. Simon’s Rock is based in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, and provides a...

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simon's rock offers a strong academic program with a quirky and varied student body. people come here for a challenge, stay for the professors, and leave with the skills to be competitive students and citizens. there is a lot of learning and growing...

” – senior
Central New Mexico Community College

Central New Mexico Community College is the largest 2-year community college in the state and a designated Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI), as well as maintains cultural teams, such as the Native American Task Force, to promote inclusivity. CNM...

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CNM employs educated instructors who take time to help you. This is a smaller environment which is typically 20-30 students per class. Online classes are prevalent which allows more space in the classroom.

” – Martinez from Albuquerque, NM
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Southern Crescent Technical College is a public, 2-year institution established in Griffin and Thomaston Georgia, with satellite facilities in Monticello, Jackson, and McDonough. SCTC offers more than 200 programs in Allied Health, Business...

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As a public 2-year institution located in the heart of Minnesota’s largest city, Minneapolis Community and Technical College is a part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. Thanks to the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum, students who...

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This college is the most best diverse college in the Twin Cities. They provide academic resources to help every student reach their success and they also provide new majors every year for potential interested students.

” – Treasur from Saint Paul, MN
California College of the Arts

CCA will wind down its current operations and will close by the end of the 2026-2027 academic year. Vanderbilt will then become the owner of the campus and will establish undergraduate and graduate programming, including art and design programs, at...

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CCA is a diverse college that has two campuses located in Oakland, CA and San Francisco, CA. It educates students to shape culture and society through the practice and study of the arts of architecture, writing, and design. This college prepares the...

” – Jaimie from San Ramon, CA
Columbus College of Art & Design

Founded in 1879, The Columbus College of Art & Design is one of the oldest art and design colleges in the United States. With a campus adjacent to the Columbus Museum of Art, CCAD confers bachelor’s degrees in 12 artistic fields of study such as...

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Facilities are great, many resources for artists. Cafeteria food needs work, but they are trying to fix it. Teachers are lacking outside of Fine Arts and Fashion Design.

” – Jake
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Guilford Technical Community College is a public, 2-year institution established throughout suburban North Carolina, with locations in Jamestown, Greensboro, High Point, and Colfax. GTCC offers over 140 career-technical, transfer, and workforce...

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Guilford Technical Community College is an exceptional start for any student interested in the aviation industry. Degree programs include Aviation Management, Career Pilot and a plethora of A&P licensing and Maintenance degrees. The school also works...

” – Mary from Tarboro, NC
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State College of Florida’s Manatee-Sarasota campus is a public, 2-year institution of the Florida College System. Along with the college’s traditional course offerings, SCF also offers online learning options, hosted programs, and a few baccalaureate...

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State college of florida is a great college. i love the professors flexability and the extra help available in here. The nature outside is so beautiful and peaceful, it just calms your mind. The class siza is just perfact and easy people.

” – Yelena from North Port, FL
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Bethany College Kansas is a private, Lutheran, liberal arts institution in the city of Lindsborg. The campus and its surrounding areas are rich with cultural tradition and Swedish heritage, making Bethany College an epicenter for students of art and...

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Attending Bethany College was probably the best decision I have made in my life thus far. Although it is a small school, I can see myself accomplishing big things here. I love this school.

” – Melodeigh from Lakewood, CO
John Paul the Great Catholic University

John Paul the Great Catholic University is a small private university in the San Diego metro area. JPCatholic blends hands-on instruction in creative arts and business with a Catholic liberal arts education. The school operates on a quarter system...

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This is a great school for striving for personal excellence. You will grow in the faith with the curriculum centered around the love of Jesus Christ; you will grow intellectually through challenging courses and caring professors; all around, this...

” – Matthew from Escondido, CA
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus

FDU’s Florham Campus is a 4-year private liberal arts college in northern New Jersey.   FDU grants associates, bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees in a wide range of academic programs, including our career-connected FDU Health offerings.

The...

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FDU is a great school and I absolutely love it here. Classes are within walking distance and my professors are always helpful. There are a decent amount of campus events going on all the time so it is easy to get involved!

” – Melissa from Old Bridge, NJ