Learn By Doing
Don’t just study movies – make them. At Liberty University, you’ll have access to state-of-the-art equipment that is being used in the field today. No matter what area of expertise you wish to pursue you can find it here at Liberty:
- Producing
- Cinematography
- Editing
- Directing
- Production Design
- Visual Effects
- Screenwriting
- Sound Design
- Showrunning
State-of-the-art, theatrical-grade film equipment
- Equipment quality influences commercial film success. We give our students knowledge of cutting-edge tools and technology so they can create successful films. Here is just a short list of some of our equipment and facilities:
- RED cameras
- Camera dollies and jibs
- THX-certified 7.1 dubbing stage
- 8k edit bays
- ADR and Foley booths
- DaVinci Resolve 4k Live color grading suite
- Equipment experience influences vocational success. We give our students experience with cutting-edge tools and technology to enhance their resumes for long-term hire.
Directing
You can develop the artistic and technical foundations necessary to direct a film. In Liberty’s Cinematic Arts program, you will learn a director’s duties from professors with firsthand experience in the film industry.
Screenwriting
Screenwriting is visually driven storytelling that involves creative ideas, dynamic characters, and an understanding of the target audience. Learn skills that will help you turn printed material to a visual masterpiece.
State-of-the-Art Sound Design
Sound design is a crucial aspect of any film. Working alongside professionals, you will train with top industry equipment. You'll have the opportunity to be certified in Pro Tools up to the 310 Post-Expert level.
Graduate with Real World Skills
Learn all the aspects of cinematography and gain the skills needed to create compelling motion pictures. Digital camera operation, managing time and people, preproduction, script, breakdown, and much more.
“You can see what the job looks like versus studying about the job in school. . . That is extremely valuable.”
- Lane S. '17
One of my favorite things about working on a set is the community. It is so amazing to see different creatives come together for a greater purpose.
- Noah L. '18
“They really do train you for what happens in the real world.”
- Rebecca L. '15
Comprehensive and immersive hands-on training in film production
- Our students learn all the roles in film production so when they enter the industry they can work with and lead various teams.
- Our students get immersive practice that accelerates their acquisition of industry knowledge, skills, and working-life management.
- Our students learn in a cohort of assigned classmates that support their projects and enhance their professional network upon graduation.
- Our students discover the roles they feel naturally suited for so they can pursue a specialized career.
BECOME A PROFESSIONAL FILMMAKER
Stop dreaming about working in the film industry and get the skills you need. Start your career today!
BENEFITS OF LIBERTY'S CINEMATIC ARTS PROGRAM
Take the next step toward advancing your cinematic arts knowledge, skill, and career.
Producing
Learn a producer’s responsibilities In Liberty’s cinematic arts program. Experience the producer’s role in guiding a film from development to the final phase of marketing and distribution.
Directing
You can develop the artistic and technical foundations necessary to direct a film. Learn a director’s duties from professors with firsthand experience in the film industry.
Screenwriting
Screenwriting is visually driven storytelling that involves creative ideas, dynamic characters, and an understanding of the target audience. You will learn to produce movies that impact viewers.
Cinematography
In Liberty University’s Cinematic Arts program you gain hands-on experience in the art of cinematography while training with industry standard equipment.
Sound Design
Sound design is a crucial aspect of any film. Working alongside professionals, you will train with top industry equipment and experience real-world application of sound design.
Editing
You will work with the industry’s top editing and postproduction platforms. In our state-of-the-art facilities, you apply the fundamentals to create projects that can stand with the best in the nation.
Showrunning
Successful TV series begin with a concept presented by a showrunner. Learn the process of transforming a TV series idea into a reality and steer the evolution of the story across several episodes.
Visual Effects
Organizations such as churches, businesses, governmental bodies, and non-profits require individuals to produce, oversee, and distribute audio/visual material. Discover how to handle production processes and craft compelling content that effectively reaches and informs specific audiences.
Production Design
Cultivate the skill of visual storytelling, adding depth, coherence, meaning, and personality to a multimedia narrative. In your role as a production designer, the visual appeal of your sets, locations, and props will set the scene and bring the story to life.
Christian Worldview
- Teaching the art of filmmaking equips Christians to better understand God as a creator, deepening their relationships with Him.
- Teaching the skills of filmmaking equips Christians to produce films that demonstrate the quality of art with a Christian worldview.
- Teaching the profession of filmmaking equips Christians to impact the film industry, Christian culture, and general culture for Christ.
