Film Technology (CERT)

Not accepting students for the 2027 academic year.

The Film Technology Certificate prepares graduates for jobs in the film industry. Its hands-on courses introduce the skills used in on-set film production. This Next Generation Media Academy endorsed certificate consists of three modules. The first is taught at Luna, a member of the Consortium of Education Partners (CEP). The second module is taught at the Academy, and the final module is a work-based learning module designed as an on-set internship. As part of the industry preparation, these certificate courses will employ a rigorous 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. schedule in order to help prepare students for the film set workday, which is typically 12 hours or more.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Understand and adhere to ethical and legal standards in media production, including copyright laws, intellectual property rights, privacy concerns, and responsible use of media technologies
• Explain film production processes; Interpret call sheets and deal memos, model basic on-set protocols and professional behavior
• Demonstrate proper set safety and department responsibilities in film production
• Work effectively in production crew positions in a group environment
• Recognize and articulate specific film production structure, from original concept to final release
• Understand film production processes used to produce a film
• Manage craft area job functions
• Model on-set protocols and professional behaviors
• Work on professional films
• Work effectively and safely

Concentration Requirements (25 credit hours)

Approved Electives (9 credit hours)

Film Technology Certificate Curriculum Map