Oakland University’s Bachelor of Arts in Film Production combines the study of film as an art form with the technical training of a filmmaking school. You’ll develop an academic foundation in film theory, criticism and history, while getting a practical education in filmmaking methods, technologies and creative processes. Our film degree provides you with outstanding opportunities to gain real-world experience, from writing and shooting your own films to working on professional production crews. You’ll enter the job market with the qualifications, resume and creative portfolio to impress employers and get your career in the film industry off to a strong start.
Oakland University’s Bachelor of Arts in Film Production combines the study of film as an art form with the technical training of a filmmaking school. You’ll develop an academic foundation in film theory, criticism and history, while getting a practical education in filmmaking methods, technologies and creative processes. Our film degree provides you with outstanding opportunities to gain real-world experience, from writing and shooting your own films to working on professional production crews. You’ll enter the job market with the qualifications, resume and creative portfolio to impress employers and get your career in the film industry off to a strong start.
By comparison to most college film programs, our film production degree provides an unusually broad liberal arts foundation. You’ll gain a well-rounded set of skills that combines technical proficiency with strengths in writing, critical thinking, cultural literacy and collaborative problem-solving.
Oakland University film majors have a great track record of professional achievement. You’ll stand out in the film industry job market for your high degree of professionalism, work experience, versatility and confidence.
Many graduates of our film production degree have started their careers in the film industry with major employers such as Disney Studios and Fox Entertainment. Others perform production and animation work for organizations as varied as Quicken Loans, Mahindra Automotive North America, the Detroit Tigers, and The Henry Ford Museum. You can also find excellent opportunities in advertising, marketing, corporate communications, digital media, public relations, film festivals, nonprofits, museums, and other sectors.
Oakland alumni hold jobs in filmmaking such as:
The film production degree begins with an introductory course and required courses in filmmaking, film criticism and cinematic form. You’ll also take two film history classes and six electives, completing the program with a senior thesis project that integrates film production with aesthetics, critical and theoretical knowledge, and professional practices. There are 52 total required credits in the film production major.
Elective courses span a broad range of topics in filmmaking and film studies. You can explore subjects such as:
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