Film and Media Production (Cinematography) ,BFA
Cinematography, Digital Media, Documentary, Film, Film Editing, Film Production, Filmmaker, Media Production, Producing, Screenwriting, Television, Videography, directing
Create unique work in collaboration with your peers to master digital technologies and tell stories that reflect your unique vision and voice.
A Bachelor of Fine Arts from The Sidney Poitier New American Film School empowers students with the critical thinking skills to navigate new, complex and changing environments in the film industry. Programs nurture the next generation of creatives, emphasizing the interconnectivity of filmmaking, the evolving landscape of the screen, and the journey of a story from idea to intended audience.
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, students are offered the most inclusive, affordable and innovative film programs in the country.
Cinematography concentration
This concentration program provides hands-on training for students to craft impactful works in film, television and emerging media; and it takes aspiring filmmakers beyond theory, teaching them how to communicate a vision and manage resources to take a story from page to screen.
GI Bill® benefits
This new program is not yet approved for use with GI Bill® benefits.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.
- 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
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
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.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
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.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
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. The program includes an internship with a film industry company as well as networking events, screenings and site visits to Panavision, Universal Studios, the Academy Museum and more. This is a chance for students to take LA-exclusive, in-person courses at the ASU California Centers while staying on their path to graduation.
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.
With more than 300 Global Education programs available to them, students have an opportunity to explore their creative side through an intercultural lens and acquire a breadth of knowledge in arts and culture uniquely different from their own. Not only do the programs encourage students to build communication skills, but they also challenge them, as artists, to think differently. Besides acquiring intercultural, communication and leadership skills, students have the chance to learn languages and expand their international network.
Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, Global Education programs challenge students to adapt and persevere, providing them with a chance to look inside themselves in a way they haven't done before, growing their self-confidence along the way.
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
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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8.2%
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$98,950
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4.7%
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$50,660
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2.8%
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$58,230
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6.7%
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$85,320
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9.4%
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$63,520
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4.3%
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$65,000
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6.1%
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$67,440
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-1.2%
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$60,670
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8.2%
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$82,530
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The Sidney Poitier New American Film School
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filmadmissions@asu.edu
480-727-7132
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
