Video and Film Production
Explore the world of cinematic storytelling and gain hands-on experience necessary to create professional video and cinema projects.
Video and Film Production, B.S.
The Bachelor of Science in Video and Film Production is offered by the Scott Borchetta College of Media and Entertainment at MTSU. MTSU's Video and Film Production degree students learn the art of cinematic storytelling and how to apply those skills to any genre — theatrical films, documentaries, television, music videos, commercials, web content, streaming platforms, instructional films, etc. An impressive array of facilities offers students boundless hands-on experience, with a large stock of professional-quality field production gear, postproduction labs and suites, foley and audio facilities, and a large sound stage.
Productions
Productions with GRAMMY-winning music artists, the Nashville Symphony, and Bonnaroo are regular class projects. Outside of class, Video and Film Production has student organizations that create film and television and a student-run TV station where students produce the programming and manage the station.
Video and Film Production Degree Concentrations
Students may choose a concentration in Filmmaking, Live Production, or Motion Design. Video and film have great power to entertain, inform, or influence. Technology has now made it possible for essentially any industry or organization to harness this power to connect with their audiences, customer, constituents, or students. MTSU's B.S. in Video and Film Production degree considers all these aspects, and reinforces them with a foundation of media theory and a 4-year degree to produce graduates who are able to successfully enter the marketplace and advance through long-term careers.
The program boasts a well-developed and flexible curriculum that enables students to focus on their strengths. Inspiring and experienced faculty deliver exciting classes inside and outside the classrooms and labs. An impressive array of facilities offers students boundless hands-on experience.
The Video and Film Production degree program offers a combination of filmmaking, video production, and live production. Students can specialize in these aspects by their choices of required course options. The program builds upon a blend of theoretical and hands-on approaches to media production. There are three concentrations offered in the Video and Film Production program:
If you live in one of these states: GA; you may be able to attend MTSU at in-state rates under the Academic Common Market program.
News Briefs
Two MTSU students awarded prestigious Gilman Scholarship for study abroad
Middle Tennessee State University students Kaitlyn Woodland, a Video and Film Production major, and Maia Dennis, an Honors Buchanan Transfer Fellow and Criminal Justice Administration major, have been selected as recipients of the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship.[ Read More ]
True Blue Tour: East Tennessee students ‘flying’ to embrace MTSU’s quality programs
As Middle Tennessee State University prepares to return to the Midstate this week in its quest to recruit prospective students for 2026 and beyond, the annual True Blue Tour made impressive inroads during recent East Tennessee stops in Johnson City and Knoxville.[ Read More ]
News Briefs
Two MTSU students awarded prestigious Gilman Scholarship for study abroad
Middle Tennessee State University students Kaitlyn Woodland, a Video and Film Production major, and Maia Dennis, an Honors Buchanan Transfer Fellow and Criminal Justice Administration major, have been selected as recipients of the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship.[ Read More ]
True Blue Tour: East Tennessee students ‘flying’ to embrace MTSU’s quality programs
As Middle Tennessee State University prepares to return to the Midstate this week in its quest to recruit prospective students for 2026 and beyond, the annual True Blue Tour made impressive inroads during recent East Tennessee stops in Johnson City and Knoxville.[ Read More ]
Video and Film Production, B.S.
Careers in video and film production are even more diverse than the endless credits of a Hollywood blockbuster film. While most traditional jobs in the industry remain, industry changes have opened exciting new possibilities. Video is everywhere now, including in your pocket. There is more serious video and film production being done than ever before. Essentially every organization now values and relies on video and film production, and they need skilled, talented, professional help.
Examples of career possibilities include
- 3D projection mapping specialist
- Boom camera operator
- Cinematographer/camera operator
- Director
- Documentary filmmaker
- Filmmaker
- Freelance video and film producer
- Gaffer
- Instructional video writer/designer/producer
- Music video director
- On-air promotions writer/producer
- Production company owner
- Screenwriter
- Staff video producer
- Steadicam operator
- Technical director
- Television series creator
- TV commercial writer, producer
- TV sports production management/crew
- Video and film editor
- Video and film producer
- Video engineer
- Video wall specialist
- Web series producer
Employers of MTSU video and film production degree alumni include
- ABC
- CBS
- CMT
- Disney
- DVL Public Relations and Advertising
- DWP Live
- ESPN
- Fues-TG
- Game Time Productions
- Gemini Production Group
- HighEndTV
- Live Media Group
- Nashville Predators
- National Public Television
- NBC
- PRG
- TNDV
- WKRN-TV
- WSMV-TV
- WTVF-TV
- WZTV-TV
MTSU’s Career Development Center
MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called Handshake.
Wondering what you can do with your major? Check out our What Can I Do with A Major In guides.
Degrees
Students may choose from five Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degrees in the Department of Media Arts.
- B.S. in Animation
- B.S. in Interactive Media
- B.S. in Media Management
- B.F.A. in Photography
- B.S. in Video and Film Production
For complete curriculum details, click on REQUIREMENTS.
Students may minor in any program that is not under the same degree as their major. Animation majors are required to have an Art minor.
A Master of Science (M.S.) degree is available in Media and Communication.
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Student Organizations
Women in Film – MTSU
We’re dedicated to the representation of women & minorities in the media industry, bringing light to those in the shadows & magnifying their voices.
For more information, email Kathy Conkwright, Women in Film – MTSU Advisor
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Blue Raider Television
Blue Raider Television is a completely student run television production organization that allows students to get real world experience producing multi-camera content of their own design. Students are able to apply their learning in a real-world environment. Blue Raider Student Television allows students to create their own television shows and express themselves through those shows.
From its start in 1988, this organization has provided key experiences for the success of many of the Media Arts Department’s most notable alumni.
Management of the MT10 TV station is now a curricular experience for students enrolled in the Media Management capstone course.
For more information, email Bob Gordon, Blue Raider Television Advisor
MTSU Cinema Club
The MTSU Cinema Club is an organization created to promote the art form of film from technical, artistic, and cultural aspects. Each week members will meet to watch a film and then discuss its strengths, weaknesses, and overall importance.
For more information, email Jerod Hollyfield, MTSU Cinema Club Advisor
MTSU Film Guild
The MTSU Film Guild is a group of student filmmakers dedicated to developing the skills necessary to pursue careers in the movie industry. The group consists of writers, directors, producers, gear heads, wardrobe, makeup, production design, sound engineers, editors, special effects, public relations, actors, and so much more.
The Film Guild brings together undergrads, alumni, and professionals to give students— who frequently begin with zero experience— the opportunity to participate in every aspect of movie production.
The MTSU Film Guild has produced over a dozen professional-grade student video projects for over the years. Directors pitch their projects ideas each semester in order to get funding and crew members to carry out their projects.
For more information, email Allie Sultan, MTSU Film Guild Advisor
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