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You see the story before it’s even shot—that’s the director’s gift.

In our Directing courses, you’ll learn how to shape a story from the page to the screen. Through hands-on training in single-camera production, you’ll develop core skills in blocking, shot design, rehearsing actors, and visual storytelling. From casting to performance to post, you’ll step into the role of a true creative leader.

Whether you're just starting out or ready to deepen your craft, our beginning and advanced directing courses are led by working professionals—including instructors with feature films under their belt. You won’t just learn how to direct—you’ll learn how to lead.

This is where the story really takes shape.

In post-production, every cut is a decision—and every decision shapes the story. Our Editing courses give you the skills to build powerful narratives through picture, sound, and rhythm. You'll work hands-on with Adobe Premiere Pro and Avid Media Composer, learning the techniques professionals use every day in film and television.

Students also have the opportunity to earn Avid Media Composer Certification, giving you an industry-recognized credential that sets your résumé apart.

Love bringing stories to life—from the first idea to final release? That’s producing.

Producers are the glue that hold a project together. At 91�Թ�, you'll explore the many roles producers play—creative, logistical, and everything in between. You’ll learn how to find and shape compelling stories, manage budgets and schedules, lead a team, and navigate the business side of film, television, and emerging media.

Whether you're developing a short film or prepping a pitch for a series, you’ll gain the skills to take a project from concept to completion—and make it real.

Every great film starts the same way—with a blank page and a bold idea.

In our screenwriting classes, you'll learn how to bring those ideas to life—whether it's a feature film, short, or television series. From story structure to character arcs to writing that first unforgettable line of dialogue, you’ll be guided through the entire creative process: breaking your story, building your outline, and finally, putting words to the page—starting with FADE IN and ending with FADE OUT.

Our faculty are working professionals who know what it takes to write for the screen—and they’re here to help you find your voice, hone your craft, and write the kinds of stories only you can tell.

Lighting the shot. Framing the story. Capturing the emotion.

In our Cinematography courses, you won’t just study camera techniques—you’ll practice them on real sets with professional gear. From learning how to operate Arri and Panavision cameras to managing data workflows and collaborating with directors, you’ll gain the technical and creative skills to bring a visual story to life.

Whether you're aiming to become a cinematographer, camera assistant, or digital imaging technician, you'll learn the craft from the ground up—including hands-on experience with color grading and post-production tools.

Sound isn’t just background—it’s emotion, tension, and atmosphere. It’s half the story.

In our Sound for Film courses, you’ll explore how audio shapes everything from tone to pacing to emotional impact. You’ll train in dialogue editing, ADR, foley, mixing, and sound design—learning how to sculpt sound that supports and elevates the moving image.

Students receive hands-on experience in three professional-grade post-production sound suites, featuring acoustically treated rooms, calibrated studio monitors, and the same tools used in the industry every day.

You'll learn on Avid Pro Tools, the gold standard in post-production audio—and have the opportunity to earn Pro Tools industry certification, giving you a professional edge before you even graduate.

Whether you want to work as a sound designer, re-recording mixer, ADR engineer, or foley artist, you’ll graduate ready to make noise in the best way possible.

Lights up. Cameras rolling. Headsets on. This is where collaboration meets control.

In our Television Production program, students step into the fast-paced world of multi-camera studio production—learning how to plan, shoot, and deliver scripted and unscripted content with the precision of a live set.

You’ll work in Studio A, our largest sound stage, designed specifically for live TV production. With a detached control room, industry-standard broadcast switchers, and a professional-grade setup, you’ll gain real experience in every phase of production—from pre-visualization and planning to switching and directing in real time.

Whether your goal is to direct a sitcom, operate a camera on a live show, or shape the look and feel in post-production, this program prepares you for it all. Students explore roles in producing, writing, directing, camera operating, lighting, grip & electric, editing, color correction, and sound engineering—with a strong foundation to work in scripted series, reality TV, or live broadcast.

And with a curriculum grounded in hands-on learning, collaboration, and creative leadership, you won’t just study television. You’ll make it.

Before you specialize, you’ll build a foundation in the language, history, and tools of filmmaking. These courses introduce you to production, critical analysis, and cinematic storytelling—so no matter which path you follow, you’ll be ready to create with confidence and intention.

CINEMA 001 – Introduction to Motion Picture Production

Your first deep dive into how movies are made. Learn the essential tools of the trade—cameras, lenses, lighting, audio, and pre-production planning—through hands-on instruction. This course is all about understanding the gear and the process behind the scenes. For full hands-on shooting experience, pair this with Cinema 002.

CINEMA 002 – Beginning Motion Picture Workshop

Time to tell your story. In this hands-on workshop, you'll direct and shoot your own short films while learning composition, sound, lighting, and editing. You’ll take your ideas from concept to post-production using professional-grade digital video tools. Concurrent enrollment in Cinema 001 is recommended for full production experience.

CINEMA 003 – History of Motion Pictures

Before you can shape the future, you have to understand the past. Explore how cinema evolved—from its early beginnings to today’s blockbusters—with a focus on American feature films. Learn how history, culture, and innovation shaped the movies we love.

CINEMA 004 – History of the Documentary Film

Examine the art of telling the truth on screen. From propaganda to participatory film, this course explores how documentary filmmakers reflect, challenge, and shape the world around them. Learn to view non-fiction films with a critical eye—and understand the power of perspective.

CINEMA 018 – Introduction to Film Genres

Why do some films thrill, others move us to tears, and some make us laugh out loud? Discover how genre shapes audience expectations, storytelling styles, and the evolution of film history. Screen and analyze iconic films from major genres and understand the forces that drive what we see on screen.

This degree is built for students who want to take their passion further—whether that means transferring to a CSU film program or stepping into the entertainment industry with hands-on experience already under their belt.

The Associate in Science for Transfer in Film, Television, and Electronic Media combines foundational theory with real-world practice. You’ll study film and television history, explore storytelling across genres and formats, and gain technical skills through production-focused courses in writing, directing, editing, and more.

Whether you plan to continue your education at a four-year university or pursue creative work right away, this program gives you the academic groundwork, the portfolio, and the confidence to move forward.