Cinematography and Film/Video Production

CIP 50.0602 Associate Certificate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

98 total including inactive

States

Across 23 states

Graduates (2023)

796

Total completions

Cinematography and Film/Video Production is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 23 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Michigan and Florida.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$80,190

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Job Growth

+1.7%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$2,400

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary. In-state tuition ranges from $1,104 to $9,872, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for creative individuals who value originality.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 531 (66.7%)

Female: 265 (33.3%)

Degree Level Distribution

Associate: 404 (50.8%)

Certificate: 392 (49.2%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Enterprising

Artistic

Conventional

leading, influencing, and persuading others; creative expression and innovation; organizing, systematizing, and working with data

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Leadership roles
Sales
Creative design
Artistic expression
Organization
Data management

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Confident

✓ Persuasive

✓ Creative

✓ Imaginative

✓ Organized

✓ Detail-oriented

💡 Interests

● Leadership roles

● Sales

● Creative design

● Artistic expression

● Organization

● Data management

⭐ Work Values

♦ Speaking

♦ Instructing

♦ Active Listening

♦ Coordination

♦ Achievement

♦ Creativity

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you enjoy leading, influencing, and persuading others; creative expression and innovation; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?

Do you value speaking?

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:

• Creative individuals who value originality
• Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
• Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

• Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
• Those who avoid public speaking or sales
• Those who dislike repetitive tasks

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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.