Film, Media and Communications Optional Emphasis

Students enrolled in the BA or BS film programs can select an optional area of emphasis, although choosing an emphasis is not required. An emphasis helps students focus their coursework in an area of special interest to them in preparation for their future careers. The seven areas of emphases are:

1. Documentary: Emphasizes building artistic and technical skills in the production of cinematic non-fiction storytelling.
2. Photography: Provides a strong foundation in the aesthetics, technology, and business of capturing the still image.
3. Cinematography: Emphasis on controlling light, motion, and the camera lens to tell cinematic stories.
4. Film Studies: Focus on academic analysis and appreciation of film and media.
5. Writing: Emphasizes fictional and non-fictional storytelling.
6. Producing: Focus on the budgeting, organization, and management of media development, production, and distribution.
7. Audio Production: Develops specific skills in recording, mixing, and producing audio for live performance, studio, music and cinematic applications.