Film and Media Arts

Tuition Fee

Start Date

Medium of studying

Film Production

Duration

4 years

Details

Program Details

Degree

Bachelors

Major

Film Production | Digital Media | Media Management

Area of study

Film Production | Digital Media | Media Management

Education type

Film Production | Digital Media | Media Management

Timing

Full time

Course Language

English

About Program

Program Overview

Program Type

B.A.

Estimated Time to Complete

4 Years

School

School of the Arts, Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences

Delivery Mode

On Campus

Cultures are built around the stories we tell.

Film and Media Arts majors learn how to communicate stories effectively, whether they’re interested in filmmaking, video marketing, scriptwriting, or any other aspect of media production. York College offers a unique program, combining the scholarly study of film with the hands-on training in the practical skills you’ll need to land a job in the field of your choice.

You won’t just learn what makes a good film. You’ll learn how to create one of your own.

Film and Media Arts students have access to world-class facilities and industry tools, including advanced production studios, a state-of-the-art film theater, 4K video cameras, professional screenwriting software, and a library with thousands of films and books on film — so you’ll hone your skills on the kinds of equipment being used by professionals around the globe.

Majoring in Film and Media Arts

Key Courses

The Film and Media Arts major offers a wide variety of required classes, electives, and real-world learning opportunities. These include:

CM 242: Video Production I
CRW 277: Screenwriting I
FLM 220: Film History
CM 330: Nonlinear Editing
FLM 380: Film Theory and Criticism
CM 431: Advanced Production

Career Opportunities

No matter your interests, York College’s experienced faculty will guide you toward real-world opportunities that allow you to build a strong professional network in your preferred subject area.

These are just a few of the many career opportunities available to graduates of the Film and Media Arts program:

Director
Video Editor
Cinematographer
Sound Designer
Screenwriter
Producer
Film Composer
Film Archivist/Programmer
Film Critic
Digital Media Strategist
Media Research Analyst

Internships & Work Experience

Film and Media Arts majors have the opportunity to participate in a variety of internships and/or independent studies, providing real-world experience in video, editing, production, and more.

In close proximity to major Mid-Atlantic film and media hubs like New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Pittsburgh, Central Pennsylvania is home to a wide range of individuals, businesses, and organizations that can help students kickstart their careers, including:

Professional Filmmakers
Film Studios
Media Companies
Movie and TV Productions Filming in the Region
State and Local Film Offices
Film Theaters
Performing Arts Centers

Mentorship & Community

The arts are about community. At York College, we know how important it is for future filmmakers and media professionals to build a network — and the Film and Media Arts program helps students to do just that.

In addition to working with the program’s expert faculty, students are able to connect with peers in the Film and Media Society, a student-run organization on campus. They also meet and learn from a number of visiting professionals and scholars in the field of film and media arts. Recent guests include:

Tayarisha Poe (director, Selah and the Spades)
Ramin Bahrani (director, The White Tiger)
Craig Zobel (director, The Hunt)
Neal Dodson (producer, Triple Frontier)
Ashley Williams (actress, How I Met Your Mother)
David Bianculli (TV critic, NPR's Fresh Air)