Minor Available
125 credits
125 credits
required for program
Minor Available
Department of Communication
Media Production
Department of Communication
Media Production
- Bachelor of Science
- Undergraduate
The Media Production major is home to the Media Entertainment Lab (the MEL) and is designed to prepare students not only for careers in traditional media such as radio, television, journalism, and film, but also in emerging paths like churches, ministries, production houses, small business, and Fortune 500 companies. As students pursue Christ, they pursue the creative craft of audio and video production, visual story-telling, writing, editing, producing, and on-air performance.
Media Production may be right for you if you
- enjoy working with technology
- are interested in writing
- have a natural ability to be creative
- editing audio or film recordings sounds fascinating to you
- are interested in a career that explores various media platforms
Why study media production at Northwestern?
You’ll learn from experienced Christian professors to develop a critical understanding of media production. Our small classes allow Northwestern faculty members to mentor you towards a track that will best fit your strengths. While growing in faith and seeing God’s gifts flourish within you.
When you choose the radio & recording arts track you'll have the opportunity to study for a semester at the Contemporary Music Center (CMC) in Nashville, TN. When you choose the film & video track you'll have the opportunity to study for a semester at the Los Angeles Film Studies Center (LAFSC) in Los Angeles, CA.
With campus so close to Minneapolis and St. Paul, students can take advantage of opportunities in Minnesota’s thriving business and media production industries.
Northwestern media production alumni have found careers as anchors or hosting radio programs, managing, investigative reporting, and running their own production companies.
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Available Media Production Tracks
Careers in media production
There are a variety of career and academic pathways that begin with a degree in media production.
What types of work are related to this degree?
- Programming and production
- Television news casting
- Directing
- Media advertising and sales
- Advertising production
- Reporting
- Public Relations
- Producing and Editing
- Promotions
- Audience analysis
- Audio, video, or television production support
- Speech and copywriting
- News Videography
Who employs people with this degree?
- Internet-based companies
- Companies specializing in webcasting services and technology
- Nonprofits
- Corporations
- Public relations firms
- Media outlets
- Major networks
- Web application companies
- Government and corporations
- Freelance or private video production companies or videographers
- Universities and colleges
Strategies for success:
- Internships are crucial for breaking into the field of electronic media and broadcasting. Complete as many internships as you can during college.
- Develop excellent technical and computer skills, especially internet proficiency and knowledge.
- Consider shadowing or informational interviewing as a means through which to gain information, develop contacts, build mentoring relationships, and gain entry into a competitive field.
- Be willing to start at the bottom doing entry level tasks before moving up to larger markets or organizations.
- Understand that geographic flexibility and a willingness to relocate are important in finding job opportunities.
- Study all aspects of the industry and stay up-to-date through continuing education or training.
- When conducting your job or internship search, consider searching for keywords such as software you are well-versed in (i.e. Final Cut Pro). This will produce positions you may not have thought to search for but will give you valuable experience.
- Consider gaining experience in a corporation or non-profit. Many companies use media of all types to communicate internally and externally.
Professional associations:
- Public Relations Society of America
- National Communication Association
- International Communication Association
- Health Sciences Communication Association
- The Association for Women in Communications
- International Association of Business Communicators
- American Advertising Federation
- American Business Women’s Association
- American Society for Training and Development
100%
of media production graduates found employment
The Remnant
is a student run radio station
1,300
people attended the Five16 Film Festival hosted by Northwestern students
What will I learn?
You will gain an appreciation for technology and develop your communication skills.
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