MI's unique Film program guides you through the entire creative and technical process of directing, producing, filming and editing music videos and commercials using film, high-definition video and state-of-the-art post-production systems. The digital revolution has made it technically and financially possible for creative visual artists and musicians to control the entire process of production, and the program trains you to manage every step. Whether your goal is to work in the music video, film or television industries or to bring your personal vision to life, MI provides the knowledge and hands-on experience to make it a reality.
All programs include:
Hands-On TrainingExperience the film-making process from every perspective as you design, produce, direct, and edit your own projects, work on other student productions and assist in professional shoots under the direction of industry veterans.
Film and HDChoose your production format – 16mm film or High-Definition Video – with extensive access to school-owned equipment. Edit using industry-standard Apple Final Cut HD systems with the latest compositing and special effects capabilities.
Small ClassesSmall classes (16 maximum) provide personal attention as well as the production-team integration vital to successful film production.
ScheduleThe three-evening-per-week class schedule allows you to complete the program while working or attending other schools.
LocationStudy in the heart of Hollywood with unmatched access to professional film expertise and resources, musicians, and on-screen talent.
ClassesSmall classes allow instructors to tailor the pacing of material to match your needs, with plenty of time for one-on-one instruction. Courses include:
DirectingProducingEditingCinematographyCompositing and Motion Graphicsmusic and sound for visual mediaIndustry Career StrategiesFinal Project
Associate of Arts – Combined Emphasis (six quarters, 90 credit units) Combines the 30-unit Music Video, Film and Television curriculum with 60 units of performance-based instrument training on bass, guitar, keyboards, percussion, or voice (see Programs>By Degree>Associate of Arts for more information).
Certificate in Music Video, Film and Television (two quarters, 30 credit units) Intensive, hands-on training that guides you through the complete film production cycle.
