BA Transfer PathwayBFA

Film is a constantly evolving medium, bridging cutting-edge technology with timeless visual storytelling.

At CCS, you’ll experience four years of actual filmmaking, exploring narratives in filmmaking, documentary production, and experimental formats.

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Grounded in film history and theory, you’ll write, plan, and direct your own projects, while mastering advanced cinematography, lighting design, and post-production sound.

Bachelor of Arts Transfer Pathway

Designed for transfer students who already hold an associate degree, our Film Studies Bachelor of Arts (BA) Completion Degree is designed to respect the work you’ve already done, and allow you to graduate from CCS in just two years. 

Through our deep industry connections, you’ll gain critical real-world experience long before graduation – collaborating on sponsored studios, professional internships, and mastering industry-level gear.


Our Department

Hands-on experiences that help bring your vision to life.

Experience-driven learning that prepares you for the Film industry.

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Your Future, In Motion

With our extensive industry connections spanning over a century, we ensure that the active learning our students engage in aligns with industry needs, preparing them for careers.

A production crew and actors working inside a professional, fully equipped green screen studio at CCS. A camera operator films a costumed actor standing on green steps, while a boom mic operator captures audio and another crew member holds a clapperboard. A student sits at a desk in the foreground monitoring the live footage on a laptop and nearby display.

Cutting-Edge Spaces for Creative Minds

Enjoy unlimited access to industry-standard facilities
that prepare you for real-world production.


Our graduates are shaping the future of the film industry, with careers as screenwriters, cinematographers, directors, editors, producers, sound designers, colorists, creative directors, VFX artists, studio owners, and more.

*Note: This information was gathered using Lightcast Labor Market Analytics and includes the median salary for the lifetime of a career in these specific professions. CCS alumni outcomes may vary.

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Possible Career Choices

Art Director

Camera Operator

Cinematographer

Colorist

Compositor

Costumer

Director

Editor

Film Producer

Foley Artist

Gaffer

Independent Filmmaker

Production Assistant

Screenwriter

Script Supervisor

Set Designer

Set Dresser

Sound Designer

Storyboard Artist

VFX Artist

VFX Compositor

Videographer

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    Frank Synowicz ’26

    AI and Video Director | VFX/CG Supervisor, Stellar Blue

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    Chelsea Jackson ’11

    Co-Founder, Director, Editor, Producer, Jackson House Films

  • An 80's-esque themed living room for the show Stranger Things

    Kaylee Johnson ’14

    Set Dresser /Buyer Stranger Things

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