Narrative Film Production
Certificate of Achievement (Transcripted) Digital Media · Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Program Code: SAC.DMNFP.CA
Program Control Number: 41747
This certificate will introduce and develop core single-camera production skills including producing, directing, filming, and editing videos for narrative short form and feature film productions. Upon completion of this certificate program, students will be eligible for entry-level employment as production assistants, editors, videographers, assistant directors, and project managers.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Identify individual roles of a production crew and demonstrate the ability to work and communicate in a production crew environment.
- Demonstrable ability to set up, run, and breakdown professional cameras, audio gear, lights, and other equipment associated with a film production.
- Write visually for scripts.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | 12 | |
| DM 112 | Introduction to Video Editing and Postproduction | 3 |
| DM 115A | Single-Camera Production & Editing | 3 |
| DM 120 | Beginning Screenwriting for Digital Media | 3 |
| DM 140 | Cinematography | 3 |
| Required Courses | 6 | |
| DM 157 | Directing for Single-Camera Production | 3 |
| DM 255 | Motion Picture Technical Production | 3 |
| Total | 18 | |