Go from Film major to filmmaker in this BFA program
Be the next generation of great filmmakers, content creators, and visual storytellers at Ringling College’s Film school.
Immerse yourself in all aspects of the industry including cinematography, production design, editing, sound design, screenwriting, post-production, directing, and producing. Film majors choose to focus their area of study on narrative film or branded entertainment while in the program.
Film students have the opportunity to create three to five films their first year, work with industry leaders, utilize Ringling’s on-site professional soundstage and equipment, and connect with alumni who have gone on to work for Netflix, Disney, Comedy Central, MTV, NBC, and ABC to name a few.
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Film Concentrations
Narrative
The Narrative emphasis teaches students that story leads the process and dictates the visual evolution of a film. Students will learn all the elements of the film production process and components of successful film endeavors, including the ability to demonstrate effective and compelling screenwriting, cinematography, directing, editing, production design and producing.
Branded Entertainment
The Branded Entertainment emphasis teaches students to create dynamic film and video content with a highly branded quality that cuts through the clutter, taps into consumers’ passion points and engages them through entertainment. Students will be prepared to work in creative fields that demand knowledge of storytelling, branding, strategic thinking, concept development, script writing, content development, film and video production.
The Carl Foreman Award
Ringling College is home to the prestigious Carl Foreman Award — which follows a legacy of honoring emerging filmmakers for over 40 years.
Learn more about this monetary award, its history, and the prolific screenwriter, director, and producer who inspired generations of talented filmmakers on the cusp of their creative careers. Film and Creative Writing majors are eligible for this award.
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Ringling College Studio Labs: on Professional Sets
The Ringling College Studio Labs offer a groundbreaking initiative with a two-fold outcome: students are introduced to the film industry with a hands-on, interactive learning approach; and industry professionals who utilize these facilities have the option to add talented, hardworking students to their crew.
This program connects aspiring film and production students to the best known filmmakers, screenwriters, producers, directors, and actors from around the world. Win, win.
Studio Labs films include:
- Code Red – Written and directed by Ringling College alumna Jada Poon ’20
- Playing Through – Award-winning feature film by screenwriter Curtis Jordan
- Killroy Was Here – Directed by Kevin Smith (in collaboration with SEMKHOR Networks)
- Acting: The First Six Lessons – Featuring Beau and Emily Bridges, directed by Emily Bridges (in collaboration with SEMKHOR Networks)
- The Real Stephen Blatt – TV mini-series by Justin Long (in collaboration with SEMKHOR Networks)
- Dark Night – Written and directed by Tim Sutton (in collaboration with SEMKHOR Networks)
Fully equipped soundstage and post-production facility
At Ringling College, our hands-on, industry-ready BFA program gives students access to state-of-the-art equipment and resources. Students have access to everything they need to bring their vision to life:
Full Scale Soundstage
Students are equipped with over 10,000 square feet of acoustically-isolated soundstage spaces to bring their vision to life.
State-of-the-Art Industry Equipment
Our Film department utilizes industry standard camera and lighting equipment which students use in their own productions.
Professional Post-Production Facilities
The post-production facility features industry-standard editing suites, a recording studio, Foley stage, color correction suite, and two state-of-the-art dubbing stages.
Opportunities for Students
ART Network
Join ART Network and learn to interview, shoot, produce and broadcast meaningful content taking place on our campus and in our community.
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Internships
We are constantly connecting with industry professionals to find exciting opportunities for real-world experience.
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Studio Labs
Ringling’s Studio Labs give students access to state-of-the-art equipment and resources, including soundstages and post-production.
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Industry Experience at Ringling College is our promise to provide every student the opportunity to have hands-on industry experience before they graduate.
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Alumni Contributions
Our graduates contributed to major projects with these companies, to name just a few.
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