Theatre Production Introduction
Are you interested in hands–on opportunities to hone your craft while creating exciting work onstage and in the classroom? The design/tech area allows students to explore their own creative process and invites them to collaborate with others. The following list is a sampling of the coursework this emphasis area offers:
- Scenic design
- Sound design
- Costume design and technology
- Costume construction
- Lighting design
- Stage management
- Props design and construction
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Graduate Career-Ready
BYU-Idaho Graduate Salaries
Graduates from this technical program typically enter the entertainment industry with starting salaries ranging from $42,000 to $65,000 depending on their specialization in design or production management. Your earning potential increases significantly as you advance into lead designer roles or technical direction for regional theatres, film studios, and themed entertainment companies.
Common Career Paths
You will be prepared for essential roles such as a scenic designer, stage manager, or technical director within the theatre and film industries. This degree also equips you with transferable skills in creative problem solving and project management that are highly valued in event production, theme park design, and arts administration.
Preparation for Grad School
This major provides a rigorous technical foundation for students pursuing a Master of Fine Arts in design, technical production, or stage management at top tier universities. You will also be well prepared for specialized graduate paths in entertainment technology, architectural lighting, or even entertainment law and business management.
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