Department of Cinematic Arts and New Media

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Introduction

We live in an era of technology that is rapidly changing the way we interact with the world around us. All forms of communication and creative expression are being enhanced by the power of ever-advancing digital technology and artificial intelligence. This development has provided an unprecedented opportunity to transform oneself and the world through Cinematic Arts and New Media.

The Department of Cinematic Arts and New Media offers a unique opportunity for students to meditate and create. At the heart of our teaching at MIU is the Transcendental Meditation technique, a practice that gives students direct access to the source of creativity within, the wellspring of all human potential. Every course encourages a holistic, sustainable routine founded in an authentic relationship with the Self. Our programs are set up for people who are passionate about change-making and communicating something extraordinary that speaks to people on a deep level.

Special Features

The Cinematic Arts and New Media curriculum at MIU is intentionally structured as a flexible way to make it easy for students to work in-depth, and to incubate their career in the classroom. Through project-based learning students see their unique personal projects through from conception to completion. Human beings are hard-wired to understand the underlying patterns of life, and perhaps this accounts for our intrinsic attraction to stories, and the ever-demanding need for storytelling. The BA and BFA CANM curricula emphasize gaining a deep understanding of storytelling in all forms of media and include opportunities for real-world internships where students can apply their skills, develop their portfolios, and gain valuable experience and contacts for launching their careers.

In addition to storytelling, students build competencies in artistic skills, technical skills, deep connection to creative process, and the ability to share their work with the world. Students in our program explore in detail the fundamental patterns, structures, and components of the story as powerful tools for engaging audiences in whatever media they choose to communicate. Simultaneously, they engage in their own journey of awakening to greater creativity and intelligence through daily practice of Transcendental Meditation. To complete their Cinematic Arts and New Media degrees, our students are encouraged to take electives through the Department of Art, the Department of Creative Writing and the Department of Business Administration.

Graduate Career Paths

Students graduate as well-rounded professionals who are competent in any of the following career areas:

• Cinematic Arts: producing, directing, cinematography, lighting, video editing, documentary production, narrative short film production, motion graphics, stop-motion animation.
• Sound Design & Music: digital music production, music technology, creative musicianship, music for film, post-production sound design, podcasting.
• Digital Arts: digital image editing and compositing graphic design for print media graphic, design for interactive media, digital photography, typography, graphic design, interactive design, digital publishing, AI graphics

Degree Programs

• Bachelor of Arts in Cinematic Arts and New Media
• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Cinematic Arts and New Media Online
• BAAS Specialization in Cinematic Arts and New Media
• Minor in Cinematic Arts and New Media

Certificates in Cinematic Arts and New Media

• Essentials of Filmmaking
• Digital Music and Sound
• Digital Arts
• Motion Graphics
• Smartphone Content Creator

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