Cinematography and Film Video Production Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to communicate dramatic information, ideas, moods, and feelings through the making and producing of films and videos. Includes instruction in theory of film, film technology and equipment operation, film production, film directing, film editing, cinematographic art, film audio, techniques for making specific types of films and/or videos, media technologies, computer image making, multi-media production, and the planning and management of film/video operations. Is Cinematography and Film Video Production the right major for you?
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Cinematography and Film Video Production Major

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Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$88,610

Median Hourly Wage

$42.60*

Total Employed Nationally

83,520


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.