Overview
James Bowman, Chair of the Division of Literature, Communication, and the Arts
The B.S. in Film and Television is a production-oriented degree in which students study both narrative and documentary production. Students begin taking video production in their very first semester and will have a wide range of courses in production, acting, and writing from which to choose. Students also engage in the critical study of film and television to enhance their ability to apply this knowledge to the creative process.
Classes include instruction in studio production, screenwriting, cinematography and editing, and production management. Students also take required courses in narrative television, short film production, and documentary.
The program offers small classes and personalized attention, while St. John Fisher University's proximity to downtown Rochester allows students to participate in multiple internships.
From their first semester, students may work on the campus television station (Cardinal Television), online newspaper (Cardinal Courier), or the student-run public relations and advertising firm (The PRIMA Group).
The Film and Television minor focuses on the critical analysis of these media, allowing for two classes to be taken in writing and production.