Thomas Seffernick '14
One of my favorite memories I remember was the nights we spent in the editing suite trying to finish up our assignments.
Film and Video Production Career Guide
Explore Options: A Menu of Major-Specific Experiences and Sampling of Related Career Paths
Explore our film and video production academic resources, designed to support your academic aspirations.
Curriculum Guide
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Career Resources
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Menu of Experiences
Sample Film and Video Production Internship Sites
Internships provide a way for you to get hands-on, supervised experience in the world of work. You are able to apply the concepts you are learning in the classroom to a work environment.
- Flavorlab
- Mosaic Film Experience
- WKTV
- Allied Productions
- Feel Like You Belong
- River City Studios
- Frederick Meijer Garden and Sculpture Park
- Susan Mast ALS Foundation
- ESPN
- Cannes Film Festival
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Get involved with a student organization related to your major. Student orgs are a great way to get connected and explore career options!
Relevant Courses and Certificates for Building Skills
Developing the relevant skills that employers seek is an essential component of a student's education. GVSU students should consider strategic elective courses and certificates to pair with their major in order to gain additional skills.
Community Service Opportunities
Seek volunteer opportunities related to the field you're exploring as a way of testing out future careers.
The Civic Engagement Center keeps a list of current volunteer opportunities updated on their website. There are ongoing opportunities on a continuous basis, as well as on-campus and off-campus opportunities posted as they become available.
Civic Engagement Center
Film and Video Study Abroad Options
Through study abroad you’ll also set yourself apart from other job-seekers and graduate-school applicants in an increasingly competitive market.
Imagine filming on location in the bustling streets of Tokyo or the serene landscapes of New Zealand, capturing the raw beauty of diverse cultures through your lens. Imagine working with local crews and gaining firsthand experience in international film industries, learning new techniques and storytelling traditions. Imagine collaborating with filmmakers from all over the world, sharing ideas and perspectives that challenge and expand your creative vision. Studying abroad offers film and video production majors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in global cinema, honing their craft while experiencing the world through a different lens.
Undergraduate Scholar Engagement
Pursuing academic, creative, and research experiences and projects outside the classroom is an excellent way to learn new skills and build a body of work in your field.
The Center for Undergraduate Scholar Engagement (CUSE) provides opportunities for undergraduate research and scholarship.
Film and Video Production Career Spotlights
Film and Video Production
Katie Dehn '06
My favorite experience was working on the GVSU Summer Film Project: The Gospel According to Roy. It was a unique experience that was just like working on a professional set with professional actors and crew.
Hannah Scout Dunaway '24
I had countless amazing experiences while at GV, but I will always hold my Fiction Filmmaking I experience close to my heart. I not only was able to make a film that I was passionate about, but met people who felt the same way.
Breana Malloy '21
One of my fondest memories at Grand Valley is working on my first short film as the Producer. I had no idea what I was doing yet I felt so empowered as a filmmaker. I ended up making friends that are still a part of my life and my film crews!
Where Alumni Have Landed
- Freelance Graphic Designer – New York City, New York
- Academic Advisor – Grand Valley State University
- Digital Advertising Specialist – Deksia
- Customer Success Manager – DealerOn
- Social Media Coordinator – Resurrection Life Church
- Assistant Golf Professional – Petosky-Bay View Country Club
- Sales Executive– Zillow Group
- Assistant Event Manager – Gilmore Catering
- Service Advocate– Farmers Insurance
- Media Buyer/CRM Planner – Lake Michigan Credit Union
- Videographer – Spring Meadow Nursery
- Director, Audio-Visual Services – Bluewater
- Production Coordinator – Point Studio Inc.
- Art Director – Publicis Sapient
- Senior Video Editor – 52 Watt Studios
- Creative Director – Freshwater Digital LLC
- Media Production Specialist– Michigan Department of Education
- Media Consultant – O.D. Apparel
- Senior Executive Assistant – Mercantile Bank of Michigan
- Project Manager – BizStream
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Beyond Undergraduate: Graduate or Professional Programs
Congratulations on mastering the world of undergraduate film and video production! Now, you're ready to take your skills to the next level and explore advanced opportunities in the creative industry. Consider these graduate school options for film and video production majors:
Master's in Film Production: This program dives deep into the art and craft of filmmaking, covering everything from screenwriting to cinematography. Students engage in hands-on projects, honing their technical skills while exploring storytelling techniques and production management. Graduates emerge as proficient filmmakers, equipped for careers in directing, producing, or editing in various media platforms.
Master's in Film Studies: This degree offers an in-depth exploration of film theory, history, and criticism. Students analyze films across genres and eras, examining their cultural impact and artistic significance. This program prepares graduates for roles in academia, film criticism, or curatorial positions in film festivals and cultural institutions.
Master's in Screenwriting: Focused on the art of storytelling for the screen, this program guides students through the intricacies of writing compelling scripts. Emphasizing character development, dialogue, and narrative structure, graduates are equipped to pursue careers as screenwriters for film, television, and digital media.
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