Conservatory of
Motion Pictures

Maybe you’ve been out there in the film industry for a while. You’ve tried your hand at this and that. You’ve enjoyed some jobs, not so much others. But you now know the path you want to follow. And you know you need some advanced education to get you to the top of your chosen field.

Then again, maybe you’ve been toiling away in some other industry since graduating from college. You thought it was the “practical” path, yet you find yourself constantly daydreaming about being a part of Hollywood, writing Oscar-worthy screenplays, designing award-winning movie sets, directing a T.V. show, a documentary or a film that everybody sees.

The graduate programs at Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts Conservatory of Motion Pictures are designed to empower you with the skills required to meet the challenges and expectations of the film and television industry. You, along with a select group of fellow students, will immerse yourself in your chosen field under the tutelage of a highly accomplished faculty of industry professionals. This intensive, conservatory-based education provides the practical, hands-on training that will ultimately facilitate your entrée into the highly competitive world of film and television.
 

M.A. Film Studies

Study film history, critical theory and the language of aesthetics as well as develop the writing skills necessary to be a great film critic or film historian.

M.F.A. Film Production

Pursue hands-on filmmaking if you are interested in directing, cinematography, editing or sound design.

M.F.A. Film and TV Producing

Join the ranks of the people who drive production and make sure all aspects of the film are on task and completed.

J.D./M.F.A. Film and TV Producing

Offered in conjunction with the Chapman University School of Law for those interested in a legal career in the entertainment field.

M.B.A./M.F.A Film and TV Producing

Offered in conjunction with the Argyros School of Business and Economics for those interested in a business career in the entertainment field.

M.F.A. Production Design

Tap your artistic talents to create the look of a world on film. Perfect for artists and designers who want to work in film or on television.

M.F.A. Screenwriting

Hone your craft as a writer and get your ideas ready to pitch to development execs and others who can give you the greenlight.
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