Express your creativity while building a strong foundation in the arts.
This associate of Art in Fine and Performing Arts Degree is a transfer degree designed
to be the first two years of a bachelor's degree at a four-year college/university
or develop the needed skills to work in the creative industry. This degree gives you
the ability to select one of the Visual Arts or Performing Arts concentrations.
Next Steps
Apply See Program & Courses in Catalog Request Information
Career Outlook in Michigan
| Career Title |
Median Salary |
Annual Openings |
| Producers and Directors |
$59,902 |
246 |
| Dancers |
$46,626 |
45 |
| Choreographers |
$41,163 |
7 |
What do Producers and Directors do?
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Plan details such as framing, composition, camera movement, sound, and actor movement for each shot or scene.
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Communicate to actors the approach, characterization, and movement needed for each scene in such a way that rehearsals and takes are minimized.
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Direct live broadcasts, films and recordings, or non-broadcast programming for public entertainment or education.
What skills do Producers and Directors have?
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Active Listening:
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Monitoring:
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
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Speaking:
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Did You Know?
Programs for Producers and Directors can lead to other interesting professions, including: