program overview
become skilled in one of the most valuable cultural and economic fields in the u.s. — the production and distribution of motion pictures and television. by studying film production at lipscomb, you’ll learn the art of storytelling and how to express your original ideas on screen, in an environment that emphasizes collaboration, compassion and care for individuals and communities around the world. here, we’ll help you make an impact for good.
you’ll plan, crew and shoot projects, sharpen your screenwriting skills and learn the business, both its history and specific application. you’ll also experiment and work with cutting-edge technology, including cinematic vr, and you will have a plethora of opportunities for practical experience and networking.
be exposed to industry professionals brought to our campus for you. our contacts in the film and tv industry combined with your developed technique and experience will lead to opportunities for a sustainable and influential career in this lucrative industry.
unlike many film programs around the country, our program emphasizes a close relationship with theatre — a collaboration that results in strong content. you will take at least one acting class and have the option to take extra theatre courses. our curriculum ensures you will have a solid foundation of storytelling — from writing to production, you will understand what makes a story worth sharing and the many aspects of successfully executing that story. this, we believe, is what will set you up for success.
express your individual voice while using ethical guidelines to find your own expression. learn to use your film production and storytelling skills to celebrate culture and influence society through visual communication. you'll also learn to use your work to confront social issues that affect each one of us, locally and globally.
capstone projects are the culmination of your learned skills to create something unique. they are all your own — your concept and story, told in your style. your work will consist of deep level storytelling, complex characters or subjects, and high-level production quality, which you will be expected to showcase to audiences in festivals and events.
