Program Overview

Film and Media Production (Screenwriting), BFA

Program Description

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film and Media Production with a concentration in Screenwriting empowers students with critical thinking skills to navigate the complex and changing environments of the film industry. This program provides a deep dive into film production, teaching students 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, ASU at Los Angeles
• 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 (Screenwriting) program can be viewed in the curriculum archives.

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. An ASU student who is returning to this major (having studied this major in a prior semester) must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50.

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

• Global Experience: 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. Potential career paths include:

• Agent or Manager
• Development Executive
• Showrunner
• TV, Feature, or Documentary Writer

Example Job Titles and Salaries

• Animator: $99,800
• Audio-Visual Technician: $54,830
• Camera Operator: $68,810
• Executive Producer: $83,480
• Film Editor: $70,980
• Freelance Writer: $72,270
• Production Assistant: $71,770
• Public Relations Specialist: $69,780
• Sound Recording Engineer: $66,430
• Talent Agent: $96,310