Facilities and Equipment | Narrative Arts

Explore our state-of-the-art studio facilities and media equipment

HCU’s Department of Narrative Arts is dedicated to training the next generation of storytellers working in film and animation, video games, fiction and poetry, graphic design, and emerging mediums. We provide a challenging, personalized creative environment for each student to develop their artistic abilities and instincts. Unified by the transformative power of narrative across these artistic mediums, our graduates are equipped to flourish with a wide range of creative, technical, and professional skills.

From day one, students have access to:

  • High-end professional cameras and media production equipment
  • Multi-use production studio with chroma key backdrops
  • Cutting edge computer lab with high-powered 3D graphics systems
  • Advanced editing and audio studios for sound, music, and podcasts
  • Virtual reality, performance capture systems, and 3D printers
  • Industry-specific internships and job opportunities
  • Constantly growing network of alumni and mentors
  • Annual trips to the South by Southwest Festival & Conference
  • Faculty who are highly-accomplished industry professionals

Photo Gallery

[High-end professional cameras and media production equipment — Cinematic Arts Equipment Room]
[Multi-use production studio with chroma key backdrops — UAC 130 during production]
[Cutting edge computer lab with high-powered 3D graphics systems — UAC 150 Computer Lab]
[Advanced editing and audio studios for sound, music, and podcasts — UAC 205 Advanced Labs]
[Virtual reality, performance capture systems, and 3D printers — Students in VR]
[Constantly growing network of alumni and mentors — Alumni Networking Event]
[Annual trips to the South by Southwest Festival & Conference — SXSW Student Photo]

Learn More

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BFA IN CINEMATIC ARTS                     BFA IN VIDEO GAME DESIGN              BFA IN CREATIVE WRITING

BFA IN ANIMATION                            BFA IN GRAPHIC DESIGN                    BA IN NARRATIVE ARTS

MFA IN SCREENWRITING                                            MFA IN CREATIVE WRITING