Production Design
Build the World Behind the Story
Step into the creative and technical side of storytelling with the Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Production Design at Five Towns College.
From day one, you’ll gain hands-on experience designing and building the environments where stories unfold—across film, stage, live events, and media production.
A Hands-On, Real-World Approach
New for Fall 2026, the Production Design program was developed in response to student demand for real-world production experience.
You’ll work through the full production process—learning how to translate ideas into physical and visual environments through design, construction, and technical execution.
Like other FTC programs, the focus is on hands-on learning with professional tools and workflows from the start, preparing students for real careers in media and entertainment.
Two Career-Focused Concentrations
Immersive Storytelling
Shape the story and build the world.
- Develop visual concepts and narrative environments
- Interpret scripts and communicate story through design
- Collaborate across film, theatre, and media productions
Entertainment Technology
Engineer the experience and execute the vision.
- Work with lighting, sound, video, and production systems
- Manage workflows, crews, and technical builds
- Deliver complex productions across live and media environments
Why Study Production Design at Five Towns College?
- Hands-on training from day one
- Real-world production experience
- Collaborative, cross-disciplinary learning
- Industry-standard tools and workflows
- Career preparation across film, theatre, and live events
FTC programs emphasize practical experience, storytelling, and collaboration, preparing students to move from concept to completion in professional production environments.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for roles such as:
- Production Designer
- Scenic Designer
- Art Director
- Technical Director
- Lighting or Video Designer
- Production Manager
- Live Event Technician
Start Your Journey in Production Design
At Five Towns College, you’ll join a creative community where ideas are built, not just imagined.
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