Address persistent environmental and social challenges through the creation of short non-fiction films in Central America.
Enroll in Documentary Photography, Advanced Audio Video Narratives, Nonfiction Film, Cinematography, and more.
Gain access to funding and scholarship opportunities, along with guaranteed production funds allocated for your thesis projects.
Top Film School
Recognized by The Wrap as a Top 11 Film School in the country in 2024.
Award-Winning
Miami serves as a multicultural, dynamic, and diverse base for this program.
Alumni Success
Work at companies like CNN Films, PBS, NPR, and independent media companies around the world.
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International Production Outreach Program
The Emerging Media Lab is designed to immerse students in the latest digital technologies and rapid prototyping equipment. The lab promotes making throughout the ideation, prototyping, and development phases, inspiring students to create rapid prototypes of games, AR, VR, and interactive installations.
‘Canes Film Festival
Each May, the Canes Film Festival showcases over 100 student films from the Department of Cinematic Arts at the state-of-the-art Cosford Cinema. During the three-day event, Best of Festival awards are given for directing, screenplay, editing, cinematography, sound design, and more. Winners are invited to Los Angeles for exclusive tours, industry meetings, film screenings, and networking with alumni.
State-of-the-Art Facilities and Equipment
Our campus boasts cutting-edge facilities that mirror the professional environments our students will encounter in their future careers. The School of Communication equipment room is fully stocked with mics, lights, tripods, VR headsets, and top-of-the-line of cameras including R3D, Blackmagic and Arri Alexa. With a 40’ x 40’ film studio, foley rooms, post-production and editing suites to media labs, you’ll have access to the tools and resources you need to bring your vision to life.
Hands-on Mentorship
Our faculty includes award-winning filmmakers, screenwriters, and scholars who are passionate about nurturing the next generation of cinematic talent. They are not just instructors; they’re mentors and collaborators.
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Guatemala Outreach Program
The Guatemala Outreach Program offers an unforgettable experience for aspiring filmmakers. Students will work alongside local NGOs on critical issues, document their stories, and create films that inspire action. This program will develop students’ filmmaking skills while immersing them in a vibrant culture and fostering a commitment to social impact.
