The Mt. SAC Film, Television and Electronic Media Program offers coursework and hands-on technical training in all phases of the production process. This program covers the business, creative and aesthetic, as well as the technical aspects of content creation from concept to content distribution. In this creative environment, the next generation of storytellers can begin their journey toward crafting stories that entertain, inspire and move audiences. This program and degree will allow students to find their voice and passion in a multitude of disciplines, including writing; producing; directing; acting; cinematography/camera operation; lighting; post-production/editing; production sound mixing and sound design; graphics design and technical directing; digital cinema; and video systems design and integration.
AS-T Degree S0442
Arts Division
Degree S0442
Upon successful completion of Associate in Science in Film, Television, and Electronic Media for Transfer degree requirements, students will have demonstrated understanding of coursework and foundational training in all stages of television and film production, including the historical business and legal underpinnings of the industry, writing for the screen, visual and aural aesthetics, live and pre-recorded television and film production techniques, and post production aesthetics and techniques. The Associate in Science in Film, Television, and Electronic Media for Transfer degree prepares students for careers in film, television, advertising, and other electronic media as writers, directors, production crew, editors, postproduction crew, and producers. Students completing the coursework will satisfy the lower division requirements and will seamlessly transfer to a California State University with junior status.
To earn an Associate in Science degree in Film, Television, and Electronic Media for Transfer degree a student must complete 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the CSU that consist of Cal-GETC and a major of at least 18 units. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 in all CSU transferable coursework to receive an associate degree for transfer and all courses in the major must be completed with a C or better. A ‘P’ (Pass) grade is also an acceptable grade for courses in the major if the course is taken on Pass or No Pass basis. Students earning an associate degree for transfer will not be required to complete any other local graduation requirements.
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