If you’re seeking a bachelor’s degree in digital cinematography, Full Sail can help prepare you for this changing landscape through the latest technology and storytelling techniques.

There’s more than one way to tell a story, and more than one way to relay that story to the world. In a culture of digital-centric news and entertainment, content creators must adapt to a variety of mediums. You’ll learn to create dynamic content by emulating the workflow of an actual studio, from script development to production planning to location shooting, followed by directing, filming, postproduction, and distribution.

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September 29
October 27

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— MovieMaker Magazine, 2024

Program at a Glance

Ways to Learn

Online

Degree Level

Bachelor of Science

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Qualified campus students can receive up to $15,000 with the Academic Advantage Scholarship. Financial aid available to those who qualify. View Details

STUDENTS IN THIS PROGRAM SAY

I'm both creative and business-minded.
I'm interested in tech and getting my hands on new tools.
I often analyze art, what it's trying to say, and how it makes me feel.
I like to solve problems.
I'm into DIY projects.
My ideas don't just stay ideas – I like to create things.

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COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

Art Design and Location Shooting - Students will focus on the decision-making process to align a script with location scouting and art direction.

Mobility and Data Management - Students will learn backup and archive strategies, metadata logging, container codecs and formats, and industry-accepted workflows for video data management.

Electronic Field Production - Students will focus on research, interviewing, and other technical requirements relevant to the logistical, structural, and aesthetic methodologies that are unique to field productions, like documentaries.

Online Catalog & Sequence for This Program

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Full Sail's Project LaunchBox™

Project LaunchBox™ is a Full Sail program that provides students with powerful technology to help create projects. All of your files, multimedia creations, and coursework are at your fingertips 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Request more information about this program.

Package specifications are subject to change. Some Project LaunchBox™ components are distributed during students' second year; some Project LaunchBox™ components are downloadable items.

For the August 4 start date, students in this program will also receive an Apple iPad in their first month of school.

Package specifications are subject to change. Some Project LaunchBox™ components are distributed during students' second year; some Project LaunchBox™ components are downloadable items.

For the August 4 start date, students in this program will also receive an Apple iPad in their first month of school.

Included Components

Apple MacBook
3-yr Applecare Extended Warranty
Adobe Creative Cloud (Download)
Microsoft Office 365
Apple USB-C to USB Adapter
Camera Lens
GVM 3-Point Light Kit
Manfrotto Tripod Kit - Legs, Headmount, & Case
Soft Case for Camera
Sony Cinema Line FX6 Camera
Sony Headphones
Sony Shotgun Microphone
StageMaster 25ft XLR Microphone Cable
64GB SDXC Card

Other Software Taught in this Program

Chop Shop FX (Download)
Final Draft (Download)
Movie Magic Budgeting (Download)
Movie Magic Scheduling (Download)

Admissions & Financial Aid

A Different Admissions Process

No traditional application deadlines — Classes begin monthly for most programs, so you can apply anytime and start on the date that works best for you.

Program design and course order — You do not need to sign up for specific classes every semester – all of our programs have a predetermined program design and course order.

Accelerated Pace — Full Sail's programs are taken on an accelerated schedule, allowing you to graduate sooner.

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Funding Your Education

Tuition — Our tuition includes all costs for the full degree program, as well as all associated expenses, including textbooks, manuals, media, production materials, lab and technology fees, and Project LaunchBox™ - a personal technology package featuring hardware and software customized to each degree program.

Scholarships — We know that funding your education is a substantial investment. That's why Full Sail University offers a variety of scholarships for qualified students.

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