Film and photography
What are film and photography majors?
In general, film and photography programs include a variety of courses on the history and theory of film and photography as well as more practical courses in filmmaking and photography. The classes you take will depend on your particular program, but some common examples include theory, techniques, composition and post-production. These courses provide hands-on experience with equipment and software used by industry professionals.
How much do film and photography majors make?
| Film and photography majors | Average salarySalary |
|---|---|
| Cinematography and video production | $55,000 |
| Animation, video graphics and special effects | No data |
| Commercial photography | No data |
| Film and video studies | No data |
| Photography | No data |
Popular film and photography majors by degrees awarded
On average, around 17,100 students obtain a bachelor's degree or associate degree in all film and photography fields each year. In 2021, the most popular major within film and photography was cinematography and video production with 6,369 students obtaining a bachelor's degree and 1,061 students obtaining an associate degree. The least popular major was commercial photography with 146 students obtaining a bachelor's degree and 338 students obtaining an associate degree. Overall, film and photography is a relatively uncommon area of study.
