In the Bachelor of Fine Arts program in film and media production at The Sidney Poitier New American Film School, students are empowered with the critical thinking skills needed to navigate new, complex, and changing environments in the film industry. With a foundation in ethical and collaborative practices and project-based learning using state-of-the-art technology, this inclusive, high-impact film school empowers the next generation of cinematic storytellers through programs that emphasize the interdisciplinarity of filmmaking, the evolving landscape of the screen, and the journey of a story from idea to intended audience.
This degree program takes aspiring filmmakers beyond theory and teaches them how to communicate a vision and manage resources to take a story from page to screen.
The BFA program in film and media production provides students with a deep dive into film production, highly encouraging them to choose two areas of focus within production or postproduction. Students can choose to complete the general degree or pursue focus areas in screenwriting, directing, cinematography, postproduction, and sound.