Portfolio Preparation

The following are general requirements for preparing your media-specific portfolio for the Department of Transmedia. You may either submit by mail (see "Submitting Your Portfolio") or, if you visit in person, please be prepared to leave a copy of the portfolio with us. Art photography applicants do not need to leave a copy of their portfolio.

We encourage you to submit a media-specific portfolio; however, if you do not have a media-specific portfolio, we will accept a traditional portfolio for all transmedia programs except film.

All work must have original concepts. Traditional artwork is also acceptable.

Art Photography Applicants

  • Twelve to 20 prints. Formats include prints, slides, CDs, or URL.
  • Video or film transferred to VHS videotape.
  • You must also submit any writing about your creative ideas in addition to the above.

Art Video Applicants

  • Original work done in the medium of video is preferred.
  • Submit a series of video works that demonstrate technical competence and strong conceptual development. Submissions must be made on one DVD or VHS tape.
  • A written fact sheet must be attached to define the title, running time, and the student's role on the recording (director, camera, editing, etc.) for each work included. 
  • Accomplishments in other media art forms, especially photography, film, computer art, audio art, and performance art may be submitted.
  • Photography may be submitted as 35mm slides or as digital prints. Films should be submitted on video (see formats above). Computer art should be submitted on DVD, VHS or as digital prints. Audio work should be submitted on CD or audiocassette.
  • In addition, art video applicants must submit a written essay on subjects such as media literacy, critical approaches to music video, personal media versus corporate media, etc. This must be typed and double-spaced.

Computer Art Applicants

  • Submit time-based media such as animation, video, interactive media, and/or traditional work.
  • Applicants should also submit a one-page statement of intent.
  • Preproduction materials such as storyboards are encouraged.
  • You may submit the following media: DVD, VCD, CD-ROM, slides, photos, and prints. Web sites should be sent as an active URL. Digital media will be viewed on a Mac, so please check compatibility.
  • Please note that students interested in computer animation should have strong drawing skills. Strong math skills are critical for special effects.
Film Applicants
  • Submit a five-minute film transferred to VHS videotape only (not a CD). A five-page written script for a five-minute film is acceptable if you do not have a film. If you have both, please submit both. Please label your videotape with your name.
  • In addition, film applicants must attach a paragraph stating why they wish to study film.