Master of Arts (MA) Degree - Writing & Directing for Film

Graduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:

Writer-Director Skills

Direct a short film that showcases their abilities as a writer-director.
Develop compelling ideas for short and feature film screenplays.
Create defined and engaging characters.
Write a well-structured short film script and feature outline.
Elicit engaging and believable performances from actors.
Professional Readiness

Make well-organized and effective choices that serve the story during the preproduction, production and postproduction process.
Apply film marketing research to develop an effective social media marketing campaign and articulate a promotional strategy for their film.
Academy of Art University Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Academy of Art University will demonstrate the ability to:

Produce a body of work suitable for seeking professional opportunities in their chosen field of art and design.
Solve creative problems within their field of art and design, including research and synthesis of technical, aesthetic, and conceptual knowledge.
Communicate their ideas professionally and connect with their intended audience using visual, oral, and written presentation skills relevant to their field.
Execute technical, aesthetic, and conceptual decisions based on an understanding of art and design principles.
Evaluate work in their field, including their own work, using professional terminology.
Recognize the influence of major cultural and aesthetic trends, both historical and contemporary, on art and design products.
Learn the professional skills and behaviors necessary to compete in the global marketplace for art and design.

MA Writing & Directing Film Degree Requirements

Successful completion of Final Portfolio Review
Minimum grade of C in all required 36 units
Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and the following Academic Study requirements:
1 Art Historical Awareness & Aesthetic course