Film & Video Production Certificate
Designed for the next generation of storytellers, this certificate program covers everything from motion picture and television production to video marketing and screenwriting. Whether you’re interested in short-form web content or long-form features, you’ll gain the technical and creative foundation to succeed.

Program Information
The Film & Video Production Certificate is designed for students whose career goals are oriented toward the creative field of film & video production, including motion picture and television production, motion graphics, video marketing, web videos, and short & long form screenwriting. Instructional emphasis is on designing and producing high-quality contemporary work. College-level writing is expected.
Success in the program is defined by your ability to apply what you’ve learned in real-world scenarios. This program ensures that every student achieves the following core competencies:
- Demonstrate proficiency with current industry standard film and animation production software.
- Produce films and animations showcasing industry standard techniques and skill sets.
- Demonstrate the creative/problem solving process through research, development, and execution of digital media.
- Demonstrate professional behaviors by participating in practical group-oriented assignments.
- Develop skills as critical thinkers, effective problem solvers, and effective ethical communicators.
- Create digital productions that utilize current film and animation production standards appropriate for entry or intermediate level professional work.
- Demonstrate current film and animation production skills, procedures, and techniques in order to function successfully as entry-level employees in a professional production facility.
Success starts with a solid plan. Your program's course sequence is designed to build your skills step-by-step. By following this plan, you ensure you're meeting all program requirements and staying on track.
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Student Film Festival
The FCC Student Film Festival is an annual film fest hosted by the Film & Video Production Program. Students who are enrolled or have taken a class in the program have the unique opportunity to screen their work in the festival amongst family, friends, and the community. It’s a night of artistic expression via stories created by our very own students.
Student Film FestivalProgram Contacts
Faculty
Jason Santelli
Faculty Lead
[email protected]
301.846.2533
Admissions
Jefferson Hall
1st Floor
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301.624.2716
Financial Aid
Jefferson Hall
3rd Floor
[email protected]
301.846.2620
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