The focus of the film major is on digital cinematographic storytelling that tells captivating stories from classic (cinema) to cross-platform (social media) and crossover formats such as immersive games. You will be introduced to professional digital film production through practical projects. You will merge elements of dramaturgy, acting and music with advanced camera technology and explore the possibilities of post-production and visual effects. Your creativity will be encouraged by the application of innovative techniques to engage viewers in new and immersive ways beyond traditional media.
Teaching content
- Developing creative ideas
- Digital cinematographic storytelling
- Professional digital film production and camera technology
- Dramaturgy, acting direction
- Post-production and VFX workflows
- Using artificial intelligence in cinematographic storytelling
- Implementing your own film ideas in a professional film team
Till Fuhrmeister
FH Prof.
Head of Film
The trend of telling stories with moving images is growing enormously thanks to digital platforms. Classic film has changed dramatically thanks to digital technologies, the internet, gaming, and augmented and virtual reality. The digital revolution has greatly expanded film production with platforms such as Instagram and TikTok, which live off user content, in addition to the classic platforms. Artificial intelligence is using innovative technologies to promote the possibilities of cinematic storytelling for a global audience. In this era, multidisciplinary storytellers are in demand who can spread their stories digitally and cinematically.
Lights, camera, action: our new film production hall
Since autumn 2025, students in the Creative Technologies department have had access to a state-of-the-art film production hall on the Salzburg Schallmoos campus. The approximately 450 m² hall offers practical production conditions that are otherwise only found in professional studios. The hall offers:
- Modern technology: High-quality cameras (ARRI), lighting systems (LED & spotlights) and movement systems such as dollies, camera cranes and Steadicams enable professional film productions.
- Flexible production areas: Spacious rooms, production offices, meeting rooms, workshop for set construction, make-up and kitchen area for crews.
- Access & infrastructure: Electronic locking system with 24/7 access, accessible temporary storage for outdoor shoots.
- Practical work: Around 30 film productions per year, approx. 80 students work in a practical environment under the guidance of experienced teachers.
The new production hall supports practical training in the field of film and media and promotes cooperation between students, teachers and industry partners. With high-quality production conditions and modern workspaces, students are optimally prepared for the demands of the creative industry.
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