Careers in Film Studies
Cast a Wide Net
Transform your degree.
Everything we encounter is touched by media. It shapes our society and cultures in ways we might not realize. Misinformation is ever-present and its spread through rapidly changing technologies and media platforms has led to a decline in media-literate adults and young people. Media literacy is a survival skill that helps you identify and confront misinformation. It’s also a necessary professional skill. By adding a minor in film studies, you’ll gain core skills that translate to any career, from film and media production to politics to law to journalism to marketing to business.
Career Options
Discover where you can work with this degree.
As a program that marries technical skills in production and performance with critical thinking, media literacy and communication, you can explore a wide arrange of careers. Depending on your majors, jobs include:
- Director
- Video Editor
- Web Designer
- Art Director
- Industrial Designer
- Teacher
- Marketing Analyst
- Film Critic
- Journalist
- Digital Illustrator
- UX Designer
- Event Organization
- Television and Radio Producer
- Theatre Manager
- Projection Specialist
- Sound Designer
- Writer
- Video Game Developer
- Visual Artist
- Brand Manager
- Social Media Manager
Meet a
Phoenix
"For me, the study of film is not only an interest but one of vital importance. Films are not solely entertainment; they can act as mirrors of society and are highly intentional in societal and personal messages. Through studying film, you are gaining literacy of not just film but of the world. Involving myself in film studies has allowed me to deeply invest in the topic while also learning valuable life skills."
Alex Lopez '27
Ask an Expert
As an independent writer, filmmaker, and professor, Zack Kruse understands the importance of pursuing a career that allows you to follow your passions while achieving professional goals. If you have questions about careers, he can help!