About this Course

In this capstone course, you’ll make your own film, either as an individual producer/director of a drama or nonfiction film. With detailed feedback on dailies, rough cuts and more, you’ll find ways to tell your story for maximum impact. 

As part of a cohort of filmmakers, you’ll also assume additional crew roles, such as director of photography or sound mixer. You’ll expand your postproduction skills (color correction, titles, graphics, special effects) and incorporate sound elements as needed.

By the end, you’ll have both the theoretical and experiential knowledge to produce your own impactful films. The course culminates with a screening of all completed films.

What You’ll Learn

• How to execute a well-planned, creative vision for your film with maximum impact as a story
• How to take both artistic control and professional responsibility for all steps in the creative process as a director or producer
• Advanced film-editing processes, including color correction, transitions, titles and credits 
• Storage and budgeting 
• The business aspects of the film industry, including funding and distribution avenues

Get Hands-On Experience

• Complete a high-quality film for your artistic portfolio
• Work on several film projects outside of class, with the option of participating in various roles on other student projects