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ABOUT FILM AND VIDEO

Why Study Film and Video at Cedarville?

The stories we see shape us, and visual storytellers have the power to inform and inspire people to understand the world around them in new ways. The industry needs Christian storytellers and producers with both technical excellence and a deep dedication to their craft.

Whether it's a short film, documentary, promotional video, or digital content series, film and video are powerful means of communication.

The film and video concentration in Cedarville University's BA in media production will teach you how to plan productions, operate cameras, direct talent, capture compelling visuals, and edit footage, telling stories that capture audiences’ attention — all for God’s glory.

Whether your interests lead you toward filmmaking, commercial production, ministry media, documentary storytelling, or digital content creation, you'll learn how to communicate truth through visual media with excellence and integrity. 

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What Sets Cedarville Apart?

Program Overview

Program Highlights

Learn how visual storytelling, cinematography, editing, sound, and directing work together to create compelling experiences for audiences. 

Gain hands-on experience with planning, filming, lighting, editing, and post-production workflows used throughout the film and video industry.

Collaborate with classmates on films, video projects, multimedia productions, and creative work that challenges you to think critically and communicate effectively.

Build a professional portfolio, develop technical confidence, and gain the experience needed to pursue opportunities in production companies, ministries, marketing agencies, nonprofits, and beyond.

What Can You Do With a Film and Video Degree?

From church livestreams and nonprofit documentaries to feature films and brand campaigns, organizations rely on video to reach audiences and communicate ideas.

Whether you're producing films, creating digital content, supporting live productions, or helping organizations communicate their message, film and video skills are valuable across a wide range of industries.

As you develop the creative and technical skills needed to take projects from idea to finished product, you'll build a portfolio that demonstrates your abilities and helps you take the next step toward career, graduate school, and/or ministry opportunities.  

Cedarville graduates are working at film production studios, churches and ministries, marketing organizations, and other media-related fields all over the world.

Career Opportunities

  • Camera Operator
  • Cinematographer
  • Content Producer
  • Creative Director
  • Director
  • Documentary Filmmaker
  • Film Editor
  • Media Producer
  • Production Assistant
  • Screenwriter
  • Video Editor
  • Videographer
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Opportunities to Learn Outside the Classroom

Internship or Senior Project

Throughout your time at Cedarville, you'll work on projects that help you develop your skills in storytelling, production planning, filming, directing, and editing while collaborating with other students.

Before graduation, you'll complete either an internship or a senior project. Many students choose an internship and gain valuable experience with production companies, churches, ministries, marketing agencies, media organizations, or film studios. Others pursue a major creative project that showcases their abilities through a substantial film or video production.  

On-Campus Film and Video Opportunities

Some of the most valuable experiences happen right here on campus. Whether you're interested in filmmaking, documentary storytelling, live production, or digital content creation, you'll find opportunities to create visual media for real audiences. 

Opportunities may include:

  • Campus communication and marketing projects
  • Church and ministry media productions
  • Collaborative short films and multimedia projects
  • Production Services Group (PSG) — chapel and special events
  • Theatre productions
  • Video storytelling and promotional content projects

Program Curriculum

The film and video concentration combines foundational media production coursework with specialized study in visual storytelling, cinematography, directing, editing, and production.

Develop an understanding of both the creative and technical elements of film and video production while learning how visual media can communicate ideas, shape culture, and tell compelling stories as you progress through the curriculum. 

Start Your Degree in High School!

Save time and money in high school by taking dual enrollment classes. You'll get a head start on your degree within our Christian learning community and earn both high school and college credit.

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Program Format and Related Programs

Cedarville offers graduate and undergraduate programs with flexible completion options. You may also want to consider these related programs as you choose the degree or program that is the best fit for you.

Program Level and Format

  • Undergraduate
  • Residential
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From Our Students:

  • The class work is nearly analogous to what real broadcasting work looks like, and there are many on-campus ways to gain practical experience in the fields — Cedars, Resound Radio, Production Services Group, etc. I've learned how to act in this field and what is expected of a journalist and an audio producer.
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Program Faculty

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Jeff Simon, MFA

Assistant Chair, Professor of Communication

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Sean O'Connor, MFA

Assistant Professor of Broadcasting, Digital Media, Journalism

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Department of Communication
Robert W. Plaster School of Business

Program News

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  • Emily Tuttle in front of the Rockford Rivets Stadium.

    From the Family Room to the Press Box

    Inspired by family traditions and guided by faith, Cedarville University journalism senior Emily Tuttle is pursuing a career in sports journalism through national NCAA coverage, hands-on internships, and a passion for telling the stories behind the games.