Overview:

The Cinema Mobile program is one of the pioneering academic initiatives in Palestine, offering a professional platform that enables individuals to document their daily stories through a distinctive cinematic lens. As one of the first academic programs of its kind in Palestine, it provides a comprehensive learning environment dedicated to understanding and advancing this rapidly growing field of cinematic production.

The program equips participants with the skills to produce films using mobile devices, while highlighting the importance of mobile cinema as a medium of artistic expression and innovation. It seeks to train students to develop compelling narratives and visually engaging productions, targeting learners at all levels from beginners to professionals. Through this approach, the program explores the vast potential of mobile cinema in enriching art and culture, and in shaping a more creative future.

In April 2024, the Mobile Cinema program was officially accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and integrated into the Faculty of Media at Al-Quds Open University. It joins other innovative academic tracks such as New Media and Public Relations and Advertising, further strengthening the faculty’s standing as a leading institution in media education.

Mission:

The Mobile Cinema program is grounded in the belief in the power of creativity and art as a means to address social, cultural, and personal issues in innovative ways. It aims to empower individuals with filmmaking skills using mobile devices, foster cultural awareness and social engagement, highlight humanitarian and societal issues, and encourage positive social change. The program also provides a dynamic learning environment that promotes active learning and skill development, while emphasizing ethics, social responsibility, and the promotion of positive values in mobile cinema practices.

Expected Skills and Competencies:

Students enrolled in the program will acquire a wide range of technical, creative, and analytical skills, including:

• Using mobile devices effectively to capture high-quality shots with appropriate lighting and angles.
• Employing editing software to create coherent and engaging cinematic productions.
• Developing strong storytelling abilities to deliver meaningful messages and capture audience attention.
• Analyzing and evaluating films from both artistic and content perspectives.
• Planning and managing film production processes with professionalism and efficiency.
• Leading and collaborating with production teams to realize the creative vision.
• Marketing and distributing films across appropriate platforms.
• Expressing ideas and narratives effectively through the language of cinema.

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of the Cinema Mobile program will be prepared for a diverse range of professional paths within the film and digital media industries, including:

• Mobile Film Producer – coordinating and managing production processes
• Art Director – implementing creative and directorial visions.
• Mobile Video Editor – editing and refining mobile-based productions.
• Trainer or Lecturer – delivering specialized academic or professional courses.
• Screenwriter – developing plots and scripts for films.
• Marketing and Advertising Manager – promoting and advertising film productions.
• Director of Photography/Editor – managing cinematography and editing using mobile devices.
• Digital Content Producer – creating content for social media and digital platforms.
• Production Manager overseeing and organizing film production operations.