What Can I Do With a Major in Cinematic Arts?

Cinematic Arts students learn to create in a variety of mediums, including video, film, visual art, and theatrical performance.  

Cinematic Arts students learn to create in a variety of mediums, including video, film, visual art, and theatrical performance. That opens up a world of career opportunities. Learn more about them below.

Career Options, Employers, and Transferable Skills

*Some may require further education or specialization.

Animator
Art Director
Broadcast Manager
Camera Operator
Cinematographer
Columnist/Critic
Commentator
Communications Coordinator
Community Relations Director/Liaison
Creative Director
Event Planner
Exhibit Designer
Disc Jockey
Director
Film Editor
Freelance Writer
Graphic Designer
Media Analyst
Media Editor
Multimedia Artist
Music Publisher
News Anchor/Supervisor
Photographer
Post Production Supervisor
Producer
Production Manager
Sales Representative
Screen Writer
Script Editor
Script Writer
Set Illustrator
Staff Consultant
Television Editor
Theater Director
Theater Set Designer
Tour Guide
Training and Development Specialist
Videographer
Visual Effects Producer
Web Content Creator

Advertising Agencies
Community Arts Centers
Community Service Organizations
Consumer Organizations
Corporate Communications
Cultural Affairs and Organizations
Design Firms
Education Institutions
Entertainment Organizations
Film and Movie Production Companies
Foundations
Historical Societies
Hospitality Organizations
Management/Consulting Firms
Market Research Companies
Media Organizations
Museums
News Agencies
Newspapers/Magazines
Nonprofit Agencies
Photo Agencies & Studios
Political Organizations
Promotional Companies
Public Relations Firms
Publishing Houses
Radio Stations
Streaming Services
Talent Agencies
Telecommunications Firms
Television Studios
Theaters

  • Creates in a variety of mediums, including video, film,
    visual art, and theatrical performance
  • Utilizes various forms of technology and equipment
  • Describes different narratives
  • Demonstrates creative thinking
  • Develops effective and appropriate solutions
  • Works well under pressure and meets deadlines
  • Concentrates for long periods of time
  • Possesses a strong sense of collaboration and teamwork
  • Communicates ideas thoughtfully and creatively
  • Conducts and clearly explains research results
  • Listens well
  • Demonstrates a high energy level

 

Ways to Explore a Career

  • Taking a Focus 2 Career Assessment
  • Searching job descriptions on Handshake
  • Connecting with alumni on LinkedIn
  • Finding a mentor
  • Researching professional associations
  • Reading the Occupational Outlook Handbook
  • Meeting with Academic Advisor and Career Counselor
  • Shadowing a professional at work
  • Joining a relevant club or organization
  • Finding an internship or part-time job
  • Volunteering with an organization
  • Conducting an informational interview
  • Trying a new class in a relevant subject
    Studying abroad

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