Master Degree: Film & Television Degree and Programs

A lot of career training in the film and television industry takes place on the job, no doubt. You've got to be there to really be there. But that doesn't mean that you can't distinguish yourself in the classroom as well. Earning a master's degree in film and television through online education means that you can learn on the job during the day and in the (virtual) classroom at night. The film and television industry is a stratified job market. For example, entry-level film and video editors made an average of $11.87 per hour in 2007. The top ten percent of film and video editors, however, made $54.61 per hour. It's who you know, but it's also what you know. A master's degree in film and television shows potential employers that you know about production, both technically and in the real world. Most of these programs require a student film. Online education allows you to pursue your dream without forfeiting a regular paycheck.