Students, faculty and alumni are invited to join sva portfolios an exclusive network to gain broader exposure for their work, connect. Graduate documentary students learn about the history. Stanford university mfa program in documentary film and video. The heart of vcfas mfa in film is expert mentorship, innovative production, and critical assessment. Explore the expanding boundaries between filmmaking approaches, driven by choices of subject and style, and learn to take creative control with the master of fine arts in film and media arts in temples school of theater, film and media arts. Please refer to the graduate admissions faq and graduate admissions timeline for complete information on the process. Im most likely going to apply to mfa programs this fall and am. Creative documentary by practice mfa ucl graduate degrees. Stanford approaches documentary film as art, aesthetics and social awareness.
Explore sva mfa social documentary film s 749 photos on flickr. The princess grace awards the foundation awards scholarships to help support students thesis film projects at the undergraduate and graduate level. Mfa program in documentary expression center for the study. Feb 18, 2016 a 360 tour of the school of visual arts mfa social documentary film department facilities. Gain mentorship from sva mfa social documentary films awardwinning filmmaker faculty, make your own films, and access exclusive masterclasses with nycs prolific documentary community. School of visual arts launches mfa program in social documentary film by thomas white the school of visual arts, which has been shaping and nurturing the careers and sensibilities of artists for over 60. Mfa social documentary film application requirements. This event will provide you with a unique opportunity to meet with the chair, faculty, department staff, current students and alumni. Applicants must have a bachelors degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited college or university. I started to have concerns about our mfa social documentary film filmmaking program in the first semester but was too overloaded with work to really think seriously about dropping out.
Crafting stories from real life is one of the most challenging, rewarding experiences available to. The mfa social documentary film staff will follow up with you to provide the appropriate login information youll need to participate in this session. A master of fine arts degree in documentary expression began in the fall of 2017 at the um center for the study of southern culture. There is a documentary mfa program at stanford in the art history. The mfa in social documentary film is a concentrated twoyear course of study with a curriculum designed to develop the journalistic skills of research, analysis and critical inquiry, while emphasizing. Director of operations, mfa social documentary film at sva greater new york city area 255 connections. Jan 15, 2020 mfa social documentary film at school of visual arts gives you the skills you need to tell compelling stories and build a career in a thriving industry. Founded in 2005, socdoc has a contemporary view of documentary that sets it apart from traditional approaches. During residencies, students are paired with faculty advisors for the upcoming semester. Dec 01, 2018 the mfa social documentary film department will host their event at 6 west 21st street, 1st floor. The mfa is a twoyear 30hour graduate program that combines coursework in southern studies and interdisciplinary fields with advanced training in photography, film, and audio production.
Graduate information sessions are held at different locations. The twoyear program teaches the fundamentals of nonfiction filmmaking with an emphasis on fostering projects that are artistically, socially and critically. The film also garnered the best documentary short award at doxa documentary film festival 2018 and played at the hotdocs international documentary festival 2018. Explore sva mfa social documentary films 749 photos on flickr. Mfa social documentary film at school of visual arts gives you the skills you need to tell compelling stories and build a career in a thriving industry. The first years core curriculum is devoted to exploring the past, present and future of the art of documentary film, while mastering the tools and techniques needed to tell com. School of visual arts launches mfa program in social. Master of fine arts the mfa program equips students with the skill set needed to produce professional quality films, and provides a respect for the traditions of the craft, an understanding of the economic aspects of the industry, and the intellectual discipline required to translate a creative vision into film. Gain mentorship from sva mfa social documentary film s awardwinning filmmaker faculty, make your own films, and access exclusive masterclasses with nycs prolific documentary community.
The twoyear mfa in documentary filmmaking is a program that is uniquely focused on documentary storytelling. Mfa program in documentary expression center for the. The social documentary may not be a recognizable genre, but it encompasses the sorts of films that school of the visual arts mfa program hopes to inspire and incubate. Twoyear masters degree at school of visual arts in nyc exploring documentary film in a creative community.
Applicants must have a bachelors degree, or its equivalent, from. Svas social documentary film mfa program fosters filmmakers who are technologically and artistically assured. Master of fine arts the mfa program equips students with the skill set needed to produce professional quality films, and provides a respect for the traditions of the craft, an understanding of the economic. In this program you will gain handson production experience, learn about the history and. Because the dvd was created in an interactive platform, professors can use it for classes on many different levels and because the documentary is inherently interdisciplinary, this can be used in classes. Here, youll work with image and sound, and traditional and emergent media forms. About the program a master of fine arts degree in documentary expression began in the fall of 2017 at the um center for the study of southern culture. Supports the daily operations of the mfa social documentary department by ensuring all equipment is in working order and properly inventoried. In this program you will gain handson production experience, learn about the history and aesthetics of the documentary form, study documentary genres, and learn how to develop compelling, original content through a rigorous and.
This is a parttime, summer position for candidates with a demonstrated commitment to social justice and an interest in documentary film and social media. Mfa in documentary filmmaking dodge chapman university. This twoyear conservatorybased graduate program is. Attie is now assistant professor at the university of the arts in philadelphia and was the first associate director of our mfa in documentary media program. The mfa social documentary film department will host their event at 6 west 21st street, 1st floor. Explore the expanding boundaries between filmmaking approaches, driven by choices of subject and style, and learn to take creative control with the master of fine arts in film and. Was wondering if anyone can share some insight on which mfa programs are good for documentary filmmakers. The school of visual arts, which has been shaping and nurturing the careers and sensibilities of artists for over 60 years, will introduce a masters of fine arts program in social documentary film, beginning. This twoyear conservatorybased graduate program is designed to educate talented and committed prospective documentarians in a handson, total immersion, professional and supportive environment. The mfa in documentary media does not require english language testing scores from. Mfa social documentary film application requirements sva. He is a 20 sundance documentary film program fellow and was named one of the independents 10 filmmakers to watch in 2014.
The mfa in social documentary film is a concentrated twoyear course of study with a curriculum designed to develop the journalistic skills of research, analysis and critical inquiry, while emphasizing the practical aspects of filmmakingfrom developing a budget, to making a pitch, to understanding the markets. Shapiro film program continues to present the very best of international, documentary, and independent films during the museums temporary closure. Sva mfa social documentary film 6 w 21st st, new york, new york 10011 rated 4. You will develop an understanding of film, video, audio, and interactive media productionand you will. I started to have concerns about our mfa social documentary film film making program in the first semester but was too overloaded with work to really think seriously about dropping out. Mfa in social documentary production at uc santa cruz. Mfa social documentary film online info session event january 8, 2020 when.
I really regret finishing what i started and not heeding the writing on the wall that was blatant by midway through my second semester. In this unprecedented time, we are glad to offer a thoughtful selection of groundbreaking films to view in the comfort and safety of your own home. The mfa in documentary media does not require english language testing scores from those who have earned an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution where the language of instruction is english. School of visual arts announces mfa program in social. Preparing, checking in, and returning all student and. School of visual arts launches mfa program in social documentary film by thomas white the school of visual arts, which has been shaping and nurturing the careers and sensibilities of artists for over 60 years, will introduce a masters of fine arts program in social documentary film, beginning in fall 2009. Rose vincelli gustine director of operations, mfa social. Creative documentary by practice mfa it draws on broad based anthropological and critical thinking about the social and cultural world but above all will leave you with a deep practical understanding of the craft of storytelling in factual film, culminating in the production of a mediumlength feature documentary film. The minimum score for the mfa is 600 paper 250 computer 100 internet based for the toefl and 7. The philosophy of the program is predicated on a paradigm of independent media that values artistic expression, aesthetics, social awareness, and an articulated perspective. Attie is now assistant professor at the university of the arts in. Svas mfa program in social documentary film provides a solid foundation in the fundamentals of nonfiction filmmaking, as well as an immersion into the critical and analytical process necessary to conceptualize and develop significant, socially relevant film. Jun, 2008 as the third film program at sva, the mfa in social documentary film will provide students with a solid foundation in the fundamentals of nonfiction filmmaking, as well as an immersion into the critical and analytical processes necessary to conceptualize and develop films with content of significant social relevance.
The mfa degree is designed to prepare students for professional careers in film, video, and digital media. Online registration will be closed the day of the event, but guests are still welcome to. Sva mfa social documentary film department tour 360. We prepare graduates for careers in independent media, documentary, human rights work, and creative contributions to a range of fields. As the third film program at sva, the mfa in social documentary film will provide students with a solid foundation in the fundamentals of nonfiction filmmaking, as well as an. In this program you will gain handson production experience, learn about the history and aesthetics of the documentary form, study documentary genres, and learn how to develop compelling, original content through a rigorous and creative development process. The clinic elivia shaw 18 and enforcement hours paloma martinez 18, both thesis films from 2018, were selected for the shortlist of the bafta student film awards. Tips from the trenches features new and seasoned filmmakers as they talk about technical, legal, ethical and business issues of documentary film covering everything from finding a story to shooting, editing, and considering legal and ethical issues to tackling financial and distribution challenges.
Chair, mfa social documentary film department, school of visual arts. The program in social documentary film provides a solid foundation in the fundamentals of nonfiction filmmaking, as well as an immersion into the critical and analytical processes necessary to conceptualize and develop film projects with content of significant social relevance. A 360 tour of the school of visual arts mfa social documentary film department facilities. Graduates are qualified to teach at the university level.
Applicants must have a bachelors degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited college. Mfa social documentary film online info session event. Our programs sixmonth semesters operate yearround, consecutively. Mfa social documentary film online info session event november 5, 2019 when. Located in the heart of manhattan, we are part of the most active, productive documentary film community in the world. Because the dvd was created in an interactive platform, professors can use it for classes on many different levels and because the documentary is inherently interdisciplinary, this can be used in classes beyond communications, to study the social significance of film or how film is an agent for social change. Create, challenge, inspire, and inform through art and expression in our film and media art mfa program. Mfa social documentary film at sva gives you the skills you need to tell compelling stories and build a career in. Students considering enrollment should have a clear idea of a project, a commitment to social justice and human rights, and a desire to study their subject areas in depth. Sva portfolios showcases creative work from the sva community. Creative documentary by practice mfa it draws on broad based anthropological and critical thinking about the social and cultural world but above all will leave you with a deep practical understanding of. Nottapon boonprakob socdoc alumni profile by ben wang. Mfa in social documentary production at uc santa cruz film.
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