Applied Art and Design—Film and Video Production
AS Degree Applied Art and Design · Sierra College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Successful completion of the curriculum in Film and Video Production program provides a comprehensive understanding of the skills necessary for successful employment in the Film and Video Production industry. This program is designed to meet the needs of students interested in seeking entry-level positions in filmmaking and video production. Additionally, students could choose to start their own business in commercial video production after the completion of the program. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements. Students must fulfill the following major requirements with grades of “C” or better, complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable semester units (12 of which must be completed at Sierra College) with a grade point average of at least 2.0 and complete one of the following three general education patterns:
- Sierra College Associate Degree Requirements (Local General Education)
- California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC)
Required Courses
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AAD 0079 | Introduction to Digital Filmmaking and Video Production | 3 |
| AAD 0082 | Intermediate Digital Filmmaking | 3 |
| AAD 0088 | History of Filmmaking | 3 |
| AAD 0089 | Documentary Filmmaking | 3 |
| AAD 0093 | Introduction to Motion Graphics | 3 |
| PHOT 0060A | Beginning Photography | 3 |
| THEA 0010A | Acting I | 3 |
| Select 3 units from the following: | 3 | |
| AAD 0012 | Visual Communication (Also COMM 0012) | |
| AAD 0044 | Sketching for Design | |
| orART 0004A | Drawing I | |
| AAD 0075 | Introduction to Photoshop | |
| Total Units | 24 | |