Motion Pictures & Television Production Design - Academy of Art University

Motion Pictures & Television Production Design from Academy of Art University is a Campus Bachelor Film degree that prepares you for a Art and Design career. The School of Motion Pictures & Television fosters creativity and independence in film making as an art. We also provide instruction in the commercial aspects of film making as a business. Our approach is dedicated to practical, hands-on training in a collaborative framework. Students are immersed in a broad range of film making skills, including producing, directing, cinematography , lighting, sound, editing, screen writing, production design and acting. After gaining experience in a broad range of disciplines, students will specialize in one area for the purpose of portfolio development. We train students ultimately to become specialists, since specialists are what the industry requires. Potential Careers: Producer, Director, Editor, Gaffer, Actor, Camera Operator, Art Director, Set Designer, Screenwriter and Location Manager. According to their specialty, ability to apply technical and visual storytelling skills to elevate the effectiveness of the finished work to engage the audience in a compelling way. Production Design * Ability to create the look of a picture, including creating or selecting all interior and exterior environments. * Ability to research and select environmental details to create an environment that conveys authenticity and interest and contributes to the mood/style of the story. * Ability to use color, texture and design to create cohesive scenic backgrounds, which work in concert with wardrobe and makeup design . * Understanding of the basics of set design and construction. * Ability to competently communicate design concepts through basic drawing skills. * Ability to acquire necessary materials. * Ability to problem-solve within budgetary constraints. * A thorough understanding of the Art Department function including all team members and their various responsibilities, hierarchy and protocols. View more details on Academy of Art University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Film courses.