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Film / Digital Cinema Production A.A. Degree

This program provides skills in film production, digital cinema, and television by preparing projects for viewing on campus, cable TV, the Internet, and new technologies.  Given the expansion of new media distribution opportunities and the production convergence of High-Definition video and film, students will gain broad exposure to visual storytelling in a professional environment, including dramatic narrative, documentary, and experimental styles.  This option can lead to entry-level jobs in the film industry, post-production, television, new media, business, and industry.

Total Units:
59-61

First Year

Semester 1

15-16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
FMS 305 1 Z
Film History I (1895-1949) or
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area I
RTVF 330
Beginning Single Camera Production
3
F, S
CRC Area I
RTVF 360 Z
Introduction to Motion Graphics: Adobe After Effects or
3
F, S
RTVF 362 Z
Digital Non-Linear Video Editing
3
F, S
RTVF 319 Z
Beginning Audio Production
3
F, S
CRC Area II(a)-Writing Competency Z
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
CRC Area II(a)
CRC Area II(b)-Math Competency Z
3-4
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
CRC Area II(b)
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Also listed as RTVF 305.

Semester 2

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
FMS 305 1 Z
Film History I (1895-1949) or
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area I
RTVF 330 1
Beginning Single Camera Production
3
F, S
CRC Area I
RTVF 360 2 Z
Introduction to Motion Graphics: Adobe After Effects or
3
F, S
RTVF 362 2 Z
Digital Non-Linear Video Editing
3
F, S
PHOTO 301 Z
Beginning Photography or
3
F, S
CRC Area I
PHOTO 302 Z
Beginning Digital Photography
3
F, S
CRC Area I
CRC Area V(b)-Social & Behavioral Sciences Z
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area V(b)
CRC Area III(b)-Life Development Skills Z
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area III(b)
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Enroll in the course not taken in Semester 1.

2 Enroll in the course not taken in Semester 1.

Year 2

Semester 3

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
RTVF 350
Intermediate Film / Digital Cinema Production
3
RTVF 330
F
RTVF 307 1 Z
Film History II (1950-present)
3
Check Class Schedule for offering
CRC Area I
3 units from List A
3
See List A
See List A
CRC Area VI-Ethnic/ Multicultural Studies Z
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area VI
CRC Area IV-Natural Sciences Z
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area IV
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Same as FMS 307

Semester 4

14-15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
RTVF 306 Z
Introduction to Media Aesthetics and Cinematic Arts
3
Advisory: Eligible for ENGWR 300
S
CRC Area II(b)
3 units from List A
3
See List A
See List A
CRC Area III(a)-Physical Edu Activity Z
1
F, S, Su
CRC Area III(a)
CRC Area V(a)-American Institutions Z
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area V(a)
Elective 1
1-2
F, S, Su
Elective 2
3
F, S, Su
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = online available  (P) = partially online

1 Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Units required are determined by the number of units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

2 Suggestion-Consider taking courses from List A. Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

List A-a minimum of 6 units from the following:

Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
RTVF 304 Z
Introduction to Multimedia
3
Advisory: CISC 302 or JOUR 330
Check Class Schedule for offering
RTVF 354
Audio Editing for Film & Video Post Production
3
Advisory: RTVF 362
Check Class Schedule for offering
RTVF 365
Intermediate Film & Video Editing
3
RTVF 362
S
RTVF 368 Z
Scriptwriting for Film, Video & Multimedia
3
Advisory: ENGWR 300
Check Class Schedule for offering
CRC Area I
RTVF 371
Hollywood TV and Film Studios: A Behind the Scenes Experience
1
RTVF 330 or 331
Check Class Schedule for offering
RTVF 378 1
Acting for the Camera
3
RTVF 370 or TA 350
Check Class Schedule for offering
RTVF 498 Z
Work Experience in Radio, Television and Film
0.5-4
F(O,P), S(O), Su(O)
CRC Area III(b)
FMS 300 Z
Introduction to Film Studies
3
F
CRC Area I
FMS 310 Z
Introduction to Screenwriting
3
ENGWR 300 or Equivalent
F, S
CRC Area I
FMS 320 Z
Film Genre
3
F
CRC Area I
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Also listed as TA 356.

Career Options/Outlook:

Film and video editors edit moving images on film, video, or other media. May edit or synchronize soundtracks with images.  Some career opportunities require more than an associate degree.

A sample of reported job titles:

Assistant Film Editor, Editor, Film Editor, News Editor, News Video Editor, News Videotape Editor, Non-Linear Editor, Online Editor, Video Editor, Videographer

Projected job openings for creative writers in California (2020-2030):

2,010

Projected growth in California (2020-2030):

22% growth

Median Salary in California with advanced degree (2021):

$63,100/yr

Transfer notes:

Please meet with a counselor for specific transfer course evaluation or transferring to a specific 4-year institution.

General Education (GE):

Non-specified GE courses identified by CRC Area, CSU Area or IGETC Area without pre- or co-requisite can be taken at any semester.

Honors option:

The CRC Honors Program is designed specifically for academically accomplished students and for students with the potential for high achievement. Students who complete 15 units or more in honors-designated courses will earn special recognition as an Honors Scholar, a distinction that may entitle the student to guaranteed transfer and scholarship opportunities at select transfer colleges and universities.

About this program map:

This program map represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan that is customized to meet your needs. This map is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Zero Textbook Costs (ZTC):

The Zero Textbook Costs designation and logo are added to any course that provides free access to all required instructional materials. These are typically shared with students through Canvas. Courses that are designated as ZTC may still require students to purchase supplemental materials such as lab coats, a calculator, art supplies, etc. See full definitions and searching tips on the Zero Textbook Costs page of the college website.

Catalog Year: 2023-2024

Published May 17, 2023

Counselor Contact: Mike Chappell   | Faculty Contact: Lauren Wagner

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