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Cinematography And Film Program
The cinematography and film program at New York University prepares students for careers as visual communicators on a professional video production team or independent filmmaker and multimedia producer. The program focuses on communication of dramatic information, ideas, moods, and feelings through film and video. Program courses include: theory, technology and equipment operation, production, directing, editing, cinematographic art, audio, techniques for specific types of film/video, computer recording/enhancement applications, special effects, and planning and management of operations. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer cinematography and film program.
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New York University (NYTS)
475 Riverside Dr Ste 500, New York, NY
New York University's main campus is located in Greenwich Village. It is a private, non-sectarian, research university and the largest non-profit institution of higher learning in the US. Study abroad facilities are located in a wide variety of countries around the globe. New sites are planned for Abu Dhabi in 2010 and Washington DC in 2012.
History
New York University was established on April 18, 1831 by bankers, merchants and traders in order to provide young men with a higher education. They were to be admitted on merit alone, with no focus on social status or birthright.
On April 12, 1831, the New York State Legislature gave the school its charter and it was incorporated as the University of the City of New York. The name was changed to New York University in 1896 by popular demand. The first students were welcomed in 1832 and attended classes in rented rooms of Clinton Hall.
Academics
New York University is ranked 22nd of the world's top universities by the Global University Ranking. It is made up of 16 colleges, institutions and schools. When the university was founded, the only school was the College of Arts and Science.
Undergraduate schools include:
- Education of Human Development
- Gallatin School of Individualized Study
- School of Social Work
- Stunhardt School of Culture
- Polytechnic Institute of New York University
- Stern School of Business
- Tisch School of Arts
Postgraduate schools include:
- Institute of Fine Arts
- College of Nursing
- College of Dentistry
- Institute of Study of the Ancient World
- School of Law
- Courant School of Mathematical Sciences
- School of Medicine
- School of Continuing and Professional Studies
- Graduate School of Arts and Science
- Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
New York University is the only private university in the US with two medical schools, as it also awards the degrees for Mount Sinai School of Medicine.
Campuses
New York State University's buildings are situated on approximately 229 acres between 14th Street in the north, Broadway on the east, Avenue of the Americas to the west and Houston Street to the south. Washington Square Park is the core of New York University's buildings and has been since 1970. The Washington Square Arch is the unofficial symbol of the University.
During the 1990s, New York University became a double square university when a second community was established around Union Square. Other campuses and facilities include but are not limited to:
- Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine
- New York University Medical Center
- Belleview Hospital Center
Athletics
New York University's sports teams are known as the Violets. Their colors are violet and white. Dictated by geography and history, Columbia University are their rival. The University's team mascot is the bobcat. Most of New York University's sport teams participate in the University Athletic Association and the NCAA's Division III.
Student Life
The governing student body at New York University is the Student Senators Council. The University has more than 350 clubs and organizations for students on campus. These include fraternities, sororities, sports teams and those that focus on arts, culture and entertainment.
New York University first formed a Greek community in 1837. Greek life at New York University is governed by four boards.
Community Life
New York is known as The City That Never Sleeps and there is much to see and do. Take in a festival, enjoy nightlife, enjoy a Broadway show or visit Rockefeller Center or Central Park.
There are an abundance of free venues, such as Central Park Stage, Brooklyn Museum, BB King Blues Club and Grill, Studio Museum of Harlem, Museum of Modern Art and Whitney Museum. Be sure to check times for free admission and also check out other free venues. There's something for everyone in New York City.
Students Enrolled in the Cinematography And Film Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. New York University has offered the following program levels for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
---|---|
Bachelor's Degree | 372 |
Master's Degree | 125 |
Doctorate Degree | 4 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 229 |
Female | 272 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 1 |
Asian | 46 |
Black | 25 |
Hispanic | 56 |
White | 221 |
Multiple Races | 16 |
Non Resident Alien | 114 |
Unknown | 22 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Cinematography And Film program at NYTS, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Producers
Description
Plan and coordinate various aspects of radio, television, stage, or motion picture production, such as selecting script, coordinating writing, directing and editing, and arranging financing.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, producers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.1% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 630
- Average Hourly Rate: $43.10
- Average Annual Salary: $89640
- Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 340
- Average Hourly Rate: $41.39
- Average Annual Salary: $86100
Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture
Description
Operate television, video, or motion picture camera to record images or scenes for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, camera operators, television, video, and motion picture employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 60
- Average Hourly Rate: $24.29
- Average Annual Salary: $50520
- Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 70
- Average Hourly Rate: $24.60
- Average Annual Salary: $51170
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the students NYTS accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, New York University may offer services to students like those listed below:- Online classes
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
New York University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (University Athletic Association)
- Basketball (University Athletic Association)
- Track and Field (University Athletic Association)
- Fencing
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling