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Tell stories that move people.
Whether you're directing a film, producing a live broadcast, editing a documentary, or creating digital content, you'll build the technical skills and creative confidence to bring stories to life. With a TV and film degree from SEMO, you'll learn by creating from your first semester, using professional equipment while building a portfolio employers want to see.
In mass media production as a TV and film major at SEMO, you’ll gain incredible real-world learning experience in a program accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (ACEJMC).
Work in studios, control rooms, editing suites and on location.
Graduate with films for the Fault Line Film Festival, broadcasts with ESPN+ and professional work that demonstrates your skills to employers.
Gain experience directing, producing, shooting, editing, writing and managing productions so you're prepared for a changing media industry.
Faculty with professional experience help you develop both creative and technical skills while preparing you for internships and careers.
Your education is just one piece to launching an extraordinary career. Once you’ve mastered the material, you still have to find the job you want, make the right connections, sell your knowledge and experience—and if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. Our boldly supportive faculty will provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time.
Television and film skills are valuable across entertainment, sports, advertising, corporate communications, education and digital media. Whether you want to work behind the camera, in the editing suite or lead an entire production, you'll graduate with practical experience that prepares you for a wide range of creative careers.
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$83k
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a video editor is $83,530.
$85k
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a writer is $85,780.
$80k
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a camera operator is $79,870.
As a TV and film major, learn how to be successful in today’s ever changing media industry. Complete a minimum of 120 credit hours to complete this degree, including the general education requirements and at least 39 senior division hours. A minor is required.
Some requirements may be fulfilled by coursework in major program.
Any student wishing to be formally admitted into the Advertising, Multimedia Journalism, Public
Relations, or Television & Film options within the Department of Mass Media must complete the
Declaration of Major form and meet the following criteria:
Milestone: Admission to the Mass Communication program after the second semester.
Milestone: Maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA and 2.25 major GPA.
Milestone: Maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA and 2.25 major GPA.
Milestone: Maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA and 2.25 major GPA.
A “Milestone” signifies a significant stage for a student in the completion of a degree.
“Critical Courses” are italicized and bolded. Data shows that students who have completed this course in the first two years and have earned the noted grade are most likely to complete this program of study.
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Each academic year Department of Mass Media students spend hundreds of hours writing, producing, and directing student-produced short films.
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The Fault Line Film Festival is the annual narrative short film competition for university and high school students held on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University.
70+
The Department of Mass Media produces over 70 public affairs and feature programs that are broadcast in the local television market.
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TV/film majors stream more than 80 sporting events on ESPN+ as well as more than 70 local TV programs annually.
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Explore frequently asked questions about getting a TV/Film degree at SEMO.
The media industry values experience as much as technical knowledge. Hands-on learning opportunities help students build production skills, create professional portfolios, learn industry-standard equipment and software, and gain experience working as part of a creative team. These experiences help graduates enter the workforce with the confidence and practical skills employers are seeking.
Luckily at SEMO as a TV and Film Major you will get hands on learning from day one.
With a multimedia journalism degree, you’ll be prepared for a career in media. And, working with our student paper, The Arrow, you might just win a few awards while you do.
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Bachelor's Degree
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Main Campus - Cape
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