Film Associate of Arts Degree
The Associates of Art degree in Film is designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs in the Film industry in a variety of areas including narrative, documentary production, writing, pre-production, and editing.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| FTVM 101 | Introduction to Electronic Media | 3 |
| or COMMST 135 | Mass Media and Society | |
| FTVM 102 | Introduction to Media Aesthetics and Cinematic Arts | 3 |
| FTVM 121 | Media Writing | 3 |
| FTVM 114 | Introduction to Digital Video Editing | 3 |
| FTVM 235 | Cinema Production | 3 |
| Select two courses from the list below. Students must have a minimum of 3 units if taking FTVM 098. | ||
| FTVM 098 | Media Arts Work Experience | 1-4 |
| FTVM 131 | Lighting and Cinematography | 3 |
| FTVM 132 | Commercial Video Production | 3 |
| FTVM 122 | Acting and Directing for Television and Film | 3 |
| Total Units | 18-23 | |
To earn an SBVC Associate Degree students must complete one of the following general education patterns:
Program Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Qualify for entry-level work in film
- Have a portfolio of work to demonstrate entry-level production skills
- Write a resume for entry level employment in film
- Write a short film script for production
- Produce, direct, and edit a short film
- Qualify for transfer to a four year institution