The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Media Production (MPRO) encompasses the integrated media arts of film and digital cinema, television and broadcast media news, audio production, and new media design. Coursework takes place within the creative environs of one of the nation's most prestigious conservatories, the College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) at the University of Cincinnati.
Curricula in Film and Television Production, Multimedia Production (including audio production) and Broadcast Media Production are grounded in the theoretical and applied foundations necessary to prepare graduates for media content creation across multiple platforms and distribution channels. The Media Production program is student centered, professionally relevant and focused on creativity and development. Students will benefit from small class sizes, an innovative, flexible curriculum that reflects industry demands, experienced faculty who provide exposure to professional media tools and methodologies, and classes that develop creativity and storytelling skills. Students majoring in Media Production complete a minor or certificate program of their choice, tapping into the unlimited potential of programs from across the university's 14 colleges.
Internships are part of the Media Production core and take advantage of the professional resources in Cincinnati and other areas across the country. With its emphasis on experiential learning, students will acquire the hands-on skills and a digital portfolio necessary to transition successfully into the professional world. Graduates from our program are prepared for careers in
- film and television writing, producing, directing, cinematography, editing
- web site design and creation
- broadcast news writing, production, on-air talent, director, camera operator or editor
- sound design for the film, television, video gaming industries
- sound recording and audio engineering
- social media
- promotions
- media management
- media programming
- software development
- advertising
- music
- video games
- media marketing and sales
Scholarships are available to qualified students.