Master's (M.A.) in Producing Film and Video
Film & Media Arts >> Master's (M.A.) in Producing Film and Video
Why join the Producing for Film and Video Master's Program?
- Experience the excitement of Washington DC's vibrant production community.
- Initiate, coordinate, supervise and control all aspects of a production, including financing, marketing and management.
- Develop the expertise needed to become a successful film and video producer.
Who should apply?
- Working professionals who want to pursue a career in producing or media management.
- Entrepreneurs who want to start their own business in media production.
- Media producers who want to expand their media-related business skills.
What are the benefits of the weekend program?
- Earn your master's degree in 20 months without interrupting your career.
- Stay with the same group of students (cohort), enhance your skills and develop your network.
- No GRE required, and a streamlined application process.
Core Courses (24 credit hours)
- COMM-682: Writing for Visual Media
- COMM-513: Producing Film and Video
- COMM-550: Financing and Marketing Independent Productions
- COMM-601: Legal Aspects of Communication
- COMM-596: The Business of Television
- COMM-571: Production Planning and Management
- COMM-671: Media Enterprise I
- COMM-702: Masters Portfolio Seminar
Electives
Students take six credit hours of elective coursework in the summer. A variety of electives is available in the annual Summer Film and Video Institute.
Learn More:
- Admissions Requirements & Deadlines
- Attend an Information Session
- Get in touch with the Admissions staff
- Request more information
- Financial Assistance
- Read Our Prospective Student Newsletter
Questions
Contact: Prof. Randall Blair
Email: rblair@american.edu
Phone: (202) 885-2044
Come to an Open House
Read the FAQ
