Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film and Media Production with a concentration in Cinematography is a program offered by The Sidney Poitier New American Film School at Arizona State University. This program empowers students with critical thinking skills to navigate the complex and changing environments of the film industry.

Program Description

The BFA program in film and media production provides a deep dive into film production, with a foundation in ethical and collaborative practices, and project-based learning using state-of-the-art technology. The cinematography concentration offers hands-on training for students to craft impactful works in film, television, and emerging media, teaching them how to communicate a vision and manage resources to take a story from page to screen.

At a Glance

• College/School: Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
• Location: Tempe
• Second Language Requirement: No
• STEM-OPT Extension Eligible: No
• First Required Math Course: MAT 114 - College Mathematics
• Math Intensity: General

Curriculum

The curriculum for the Film and Media Production (Cinematography) BFA program can be viewed in the university's course catalog.

Concurrent Program Options

Students pursuing concurrent degrees earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.

Admission Requirements

• General University Admission Requirements: All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
  • First-year
  • Transfer
  • International
  • Readmission

Tuition Information

When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.

Change of Major Requirements

An ASU student who would like to change their major to this program and would be new to this major must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.25 and understand that their GPA must be brought up to a 2.50 or above within one semester to remain in good standing.

Transfer Options

ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.

Global Opportunities

The Sidney Poitier New American Film School's Semester in Los Angeles program is an opportunity for upperclassmen to live and study in Los Angeles, California, for one semester. Study abroad provides students a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the globe while developing unique skills that can help them stand out in the competitive field of film.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are equipped with the technical know-how and critical thinking skills to thrive in a quickly changing media industry and to pioneer new media careers that require advanced production skills and a strong creative voice. Graduates who earn this degree are prepared to pursue a wide array of skilled professions, including:

• Cinematographer or Director of Photography
• Editor
• Film, Television, and Documentary Writer or Director
• Producer
• Sound Designer or Sound Recording Engineer
• Visual Effects Artist

Career Data

• Animator: 1.6% growth, $99,800 median salary
• Audio-Visual Technician: 3.3% growth, $54,830 median salary
• Camera Operator: 1.2% growth, $68,810 median salary
• Executive Producer: 4.9% growth, $83,480 median salary
• Film Editor: 4.0% growth, $70,980 median salary
• Production Assistant: 2.7% growth, $71,770 median salary
• Public Relations Specialist: 4.8% growth, $69,780 median salary
• Sound Recording Engineer: -1.7% growth, $66,430 median salary
• Talent Agent: 8.7% growth, $96,310 median salary