Maryland Institute College of Art, Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film and Video, 8 Semester(s)

You will study the history of fine artists working in the medium and gain sound technical skills in creating time-based art through projects in the field and in the studio. The ability to delve into a variety of electives and film genres - from experimental to installation to documentary - lets you explore and experiment as you realize film and video's full potential for personal expression. If you are interested in narrative and documentary film, you can pursue the department's Filmmaking concentration. Here are some specifics about our program: In addition to fundamental core courses focusing on the moving image, students are introduced to specific disciplines within Film and Video including: Video Art, Narrative Production, Documentary and Screenwriting. All students also take Film I and Sound I. Shooting 16 mm film teaches students to see light and becomes an aesthetic choice students have for further projects. Students report that the experience is invaluable and will forever affect how they light, compose, and capture both digital and HD footage. All Film and Video majors are r... Read more

You will study the history of fine artists working in the medium and gain sound technical skills in creating time-based art through projects in the field and in the studio. The ability to delve into a variety of electives and film genres - from experimental to installation to documentary - lets you explore and experiment as you realize film and video's full potential for personal expression. If you are interested in narrative and documentary film, you can pursue the department's Filmmaking concentration. Here are some specifics about our program: In addition to fundamental core courses focusing on the moving image, students are introduced to specific disciplines within Film and Video including: Video Art, Narrative Production, Documentary and Screenwriting. All students also take Film I and Sound I. Shooting 16 mm film teaches students to see light and becomes an aesthetic choice students have for further projects. Students report that the experience is invaluable and will forever affect how they light, compose, and capture both digital and HD footage. All Film and Video majors are required to take an internship. This provides students with opportunities and expanded experience outside of the College. Throughout the senior year, students work on professional development and defining their artistic voice. As part of their senior thesis, students create a professional resume, develop a website, create their thesis film posters, and assemble a sample reel. Students also apply for grants, exhibitions, film festivals, scholarships, residencies and summer internships.

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