Motion Picture, Television, and New Media Production
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Motion Picture, Television, and New Media Production program is designed for students who plan to pursue a career in the motion picture, television, and new media industry. Students receive hands-on production training and industry exposure in a fine arts learning environment in one or more areas of specialization, which include screenwriting, motion picture production, and editing. Certificates of Completion (CCL) in Screenwriting, Motion Picture Production, and Editing are also available.
Details
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Produce cinematic works using film and digital media tools and technologies according to industry standards.
- Integrate principles of story, cinematography, and editing theory in the development, production, and post-production of cinematic works.
- Synthesize principles of historical and current film genres, styles, and movements in the development and creation of cinematic works.
- Employ industry standards for safety and set etiquette in a production environment.
- Apply knowledge of industry roles and techniques for each stage of the production cycle, from development through distribution.
- Demonstrate collaboration and inclusivity to promote an ethical and diverse work environment.
- Demonstrate qualifications and experience as a competitive film and media industry professional in written and oral communication.
Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film
$63,230 Show expanded career information for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film
Film and Video Editors
$50,310 Show expanded career information for Film and Video Editors
Media Programming Directors
$60,490 Show expanded career information for Media Programming Directors
Media Technical Directors/Managers
$60,490 Show expanded career information for Media Technical Directors/Managers
Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
$53,620 Show expanded career information for Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
Producers and Directors
$60,490 Show expanded career information for Producers and Directors
Talent Directors
$60,490 Show expanded career information for Talent Directors
Writers and Authors
$53,620 Show expanded career information for Writers and Authors
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
- Consult with your faculty mentor or academic advisor to determine educational requirements, including possible university transfer options, for your chosen career field.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Term 1
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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FMT107 | Career Pathways in the Media | Critical course Gateway course | HU | 3 | |
FMT100 | Introduction to Production | 3 | |||
FMT121 | Story Theory for Film, Television and Media | Critical course | 3 | ||
ENG101 or ENG107 | First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Critical course | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
Mathematics | Mathematics Area | Critical course Any approved general education course from the Mathematics area; MAT14+ recommended for students who want to transfer to a university | 3–6 | ||
FYE101 or FYE103 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 |
Term 2
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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FMT134 | 16mm Film Workshop: Pre-Production | 3 | |||
FMT135 | 16mm Film Workshop: Production | 3 | |||
FMT136 | 16mm Film Workshop: Post-Production | 3 | |||
ENG102 or ENG108 | First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | FYC or FYC | 3 | ||
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 | |
COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 | Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | SB or SB or L or SB | 3 | ||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 |
Term 3
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
SG or SQ | Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 | |||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 | |||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 | |||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 |
Term 4
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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HUM/THF205 | Introduction to Cinema | HU | 3 | ||
SB | Social & Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 | |||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 | |||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 | |||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
Term 1
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
FMT100 | Introduction to Production | 3 | |||
Mathematics | Mathematics Area | Critical course Any approved general education course from the Mathematics area; MAT14+ recommended for students who want to transfer to a university | 3–6 | ||
FYE101 or FYE103 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 |
Term 2
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
FMT107 or FMT121 | Career Pathways in the Media or Story Theory for Film, Television and Media | Critical course Gateway course Take FMT121 for Screenwriting Specialization; Take FMT107 for Motion Picture Production Specialization; Take FMT121 for Editing Specialization | HU or None | 3 | |
ENG101 or ENG107 | First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Critical course | FYC or FYC | 3 |
Term 3
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
ENG102 or ENG108 | First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | FYC or FYC | 3 | ||
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 | |
FMT121 or FMT107 | Story Theory for Film, Television and Media or Career Pathways in the Media | Critical course Take FMT107 for Screenwriting Specialization; Take FMT121 for Motion Picture Production Specialization; Take FMT107 for Editing Specialization | None or HU | 3 |
Term 4
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
FMT134 | 16mm Film Workshop: Pre-Production | 3 | |||
FMT135 | 16mm Film Workshop: Production | 3 | |||
FMT136 | 16mm Film Workshop: Post-Production | 3 |
Term 5
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 | Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | SB or SB or L or SB | 3 | ||
HUM/THF205 | Introduction to Cinema | HU | 3 |
Term 6
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 | |||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 |
Term 7
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
SG or SQ | Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 |
Term 8
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
SB | Social & Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 | |||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 |
Term 9
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 | |||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 |
Term 10
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 | |||
Specialization | Specialization Coursework | 0–4 |
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- FYC = First Year Composition
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
- SG = Natural Sciences General
- SQ = Natural Sciences Quantitative
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm13?id=182618).
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.