The Associate of Applied Science degree in Media Arts and Film Technology is designed to prepare students with entry-level job skills in the media industry. The program focuses on the use of media technology as well as the basics of visual design and composition. The curriculum offers theory, research and hands-on experience with an emphasis on developing proficiency in the use of multimedia tools and computer software. Students interested in immediate employment in the film industry are encouraged to participate in the Next Generation Media Academy-endorsed Film Technology certificate below.
For more information, contact Terence Garcia at tegarcia@luna.edu / 505-454-2532
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
- Graduates will understand and adhere to ethical and legal standards in media production, including copyright laws, intellectual property rights, privacy concerns, and responsible use of media technologies.
- Graduates should be able to explain film production processes; Interpret call sheets and deal memos, model basic on-set protocols and professional behavior.
- Graduates should be able to demonstrate proper set safety and department responsibilities in film production.
- Graduates should be able to work effectively in production crew positions in a group environment.
- Graduates should recognize and articulate specific film production structure, from original concept to final release
- Graduates should understand film production processes used to produce a film.
- Graduates should be able to manage craft area job functions.
- Graduates should be able to model on-set protocols and professional behaviors.
- Graduates should be able to do internship work on professional films.
- Graduates should be able to work effectively and safely.
