Communication Studies

Cinema Studies, Minor

The interdisciplinary cinema studies minor is intended for students who wish to augment their major program of study with courses that promote the study of film, television, and digital media.

The interdisciplinary cinema studies minor is intended for students who wish to augment their major program of study with courses that promote the study of film, television, and digital media. In addition to film analysis and film theory, students choose from electives on culture and film, film and television history, and gender and film. The minor also includes film-related courses from art, English, history, and music. There are 2 required courses in film analysis. Students then choose 3 electives from a large list that includes film analysis and film/video production course from across the campus.

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Co-op Opportunities

Walt Disney World

Orlando, FL

Viacom

New York, NY

The Chew Productions

New York, NY

NBC Universal Television

New York, NY

The Martha Stewart Show

New York, NY

National Geographic Learning

New York, NY

BMF Media Group

New York, NY

Career Opportunities

account executive

broadcast journalist

creative director

information officer

market researcher

media planner

media producer

multimedia specialist

public relations specialist

social media manager

web content manager

writer

Multidisciplinary Skills

ability to work under pressure

commercial and cultural awareness of media and creative industries

creative problem-solving skills

critical thinking, leadership skills

listening

performance and presentation skills

practical film-making skills (ability to operate a camera and edit footage)

verbal and written communication skills