College of Arts and Sciences
Digital Film Making
College of Arts and Sciences
Digital Film Making
Turn Your Vision into a Career with a Degree in Digital Filmmaking
The Bachelor of Creative Media in Digital Film Making at New Mexico State University (NMSU) is a dynamic program offered through the Creative Media Institute (CMI). This interdisciplinary degree emphasizes storytelling across various media platforms, preparing students for careers in filmmaking, animation, and digital media production. Students engage in hands-on learning experiences, utilizing industry-standard technology in state-of-the-art facilities, including a digital projection screening room, post-production lab, animation lab, and production space. The curriculum integrates theory and practice, covering aspects such as cinematography, sound design, editing and producing, ensuring graduates are well-equipped for the evolving media landscape.
Admission Deadlines
There are no fixed deadlines*
- Total classes: 40
- Total credit hours: 120-123
- Cost per credit hour: $233.58**
Delivery Format
In person
Career Pathways
Graduates of the Bachelor of Creative Media in Digital Film Making program at NMSU are equipped with a strong foundation in visual storytelling, technical production, and post-production techniques. These skills prepare graduates for roles in film, television, streaming content, advertising, and independent media production, with the ability to work creatively and technically across various platforms and formats.
- Production Manager
- Screenwriter
- Film Director
- Cinematographer
- Sound Designer
- Film Editor
Degree questions, answered
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From Student to Storyteller: Start Your Journey Here
This degree attracts creative, visually-driven students who are passionate about storytelling and interested in bringing ideas to life through film and digital media. Ideal candidates enjoy hands-on production work, collaborating on creative projects, and exploring the technical and artistic aspects of filmmaking—from scripting and directing to editing and sound design. The student academic journey typically includes:
Core Courses: Film theory, screenwriting, directing, cinematography, editing, and sound design.
Hands-on Production: Creating short films, documentaries, and experimental projects using industry-standard equipment and software.
Collaborative Projects: Working in crews to simulate real-world production environments, from pre-production to post.
Creative Development: Learning to pitch ideas, develop scripts, and refine visual storytelling techniques.
Industry Exposure: Opportunities to intern with production companies, participate in film festivals, and network with professionals.
Portfolio Building: Graduating with a reel of work that showcases technical skills, creative vision, and storytelling ability.
Students often engage in clubs, workshops, and campus screenings, building a strong foundation for careers in film, television, digital media, or content creation.
Scholarships Available
Get up to 100% of tuition covered with the New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship.**
The curriculum integrates classroom learning with industry-quality labs, production spaces, and a digital screening room where students collaborate on short films and live client-driven projects. Faculty mentorship and small class sizes foster creative collaboration, preparing students for careers in directing, producing, cinematography, editing, and visual storytelling.
The Bachelor of Creative Media in Digital Film Making consists of 120-123 credits. To earn this degree, you need to complete all Department of Creative Media core courses, and all university degree requirements, which include General Education requirements, Viewing a Wider World requirements, and elective credits with 48 credits in courses numbered 300 or above.
Take courses like:
- FDMA 2310 – History of Cinema 1
- FDMA 305 – Business of Filmmaking/Animation
- FDMA 307 - Writing for Television
- FDMA 304 – Independent Filmmaking
- FDMA 318 – Documentary Production
- FDMA 314 – Acting for Film
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Scholarships and Financial Aid
At NMSU, we strive to offer competitively priced tuition to keep your tuition costs affordable. If you need financial aid, we’re ready to work with you to determine the best ways to finance your education.
Financial assistance includes loans, grants, and scholarship opportunities. To apply, use NMSU’s convenient Scholar Dollar$ one-stop scholarship application, which serves all students in the NMSU system.
NMSU students are also eligible for loans and grants. The first step in applying for financial aid is to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more about financial aid opportunities at NMSU.
Contact Financial Aid
Phone: 1-888-729-6678
Email: financialaid@nmsu.edu
Accreditation
New Mexico State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Specialized accreditation from other accrediting agencies is also granted for some programs. NMSU’s accreditation ensures that your education meets high-quality standards and that your credits are transferable.