BS in Film Production and Content Development
Create, Direct, and Produce with a Degree in Film Production and Content Development from Liberty University
Perhaps you’ve always been captivated by the magic of film and storytelling. At Liberty University, your passion for visual narratives can take center stage. The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Film Production and Content Development is more than just a degree; it’s your gateway to turning your dreams into reality. Here, your creative visions aren’t just welcomed; they’re celebrated and nurtured.
Partner your passion for film or television with our experienced faculty, Christian ethics, and cutting-edge facilities. We can help equip you with the skills to make an impact in today’s film and television industry with our bachelor’s in filmmaking.
You deserve to study at a university that breaks the traditional mold for film and television education. We’ve created our film school around hands-on experience taught by skilled professionals who have worked in the industry for decades. Create film projects with your professors and peers in an environment that instantly lets you apply your collegiate knowledge.
Imagine using your films to highlight important issues and tell stories that might otherwise go unheard. Your film degree can help equip you to be a force for good, using your talent to raise awareness, inspire change, and bring joy. Whether it’s through documentaries, feature films, or innovative digital content, you can have the power to make a difference.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Highlights
Highlights of Our BS in Film Production Degree Program
Professional Production Experience
You can participate in a large-format production alongside working professionals.
Some of Liberty’s productions have earned awards, and our program is the first at any university to produce a student-driven movie with a national theatrical release.
Comprehensive Filmmaking Training
You’ll have the chance to study all aspects and positions of filmmaking – including legal and business affairs.
This well-rounded training helps ensure your résumé stands out and provides opportunities for success in a competitive industry.
Hands-On, High-End Technology
Each student in our B.S. in Film Production and Content Development program graduates with their own film created in a theatrical 4K workflow using RED Weapon cameras and an up to 5.1 surround sound mix.
You may also pursue certification in Avid, Adobe, and DaVinci products.
Successful Alumni Outcomes
Our film production graduates have worked on blockbuster films like Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, Black Panther, and Avengers: Infinity War.
Others have used their skills in sectors like education and government – and some have launched their own businesses.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a BS in Film Production and Content Development Degree?
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Film Production and Content Development can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Animator
- Church media creator
- Cinematographer
- Content developer
- Corporate media
- Creator director
- Editor
- Marketing manager
- Multimedia artist
- Producer
- Promotion manager
- Screenwriter
- Sound effects editor
- Sound mixer
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in Our BS in Film Production and Content Development Degree Program?
Our bachelor’s degree in film production and content development degree provides training in film industry standards through hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment, world-class facilities, and professors who are experts in the field.
As a film production major, you can develop your knowledge and practice in:
- Branding and entrepreneurship
- Cinematography, sound design, directing, and editing
- Legal practices in cinema
- Marketing and persuasion tactics
- Narrative and documentary styles
Our filmmaking degree can help guide you through every step of making a movie. You can study how to write stories that capture people’s hearts. Then, you can discover how to turn those stories into scripts. And that’s just the beginning! You’ll get to use cameras and equipment just like the pros do. Plus, you’ll explore how to edit your footage, adding music and effects to make your film shine.
You’ll delve into the intricacies of cinematography and sound design, studying how to bring your cinematic visions to life. Every course is designed to help equip you with industry-specific knowledge and skills.
As a film production major at Liberty, you can study more than just how to make films. This degree can also help prepare you for your next steps and future. With courses on topics such as branding, entrepreneurship, marketing, and distribution, you can explore the business side of film, which is essential for making your mark in the industry. Whether you aspire to be a director, screenwriter, or producer, your degree can help open doors to numerous career paths in the film industry.
Beyond these skills, this program can help foster resilience, adaptability, and ethical leadership. You can graduate not just as a skilled filmmaker but as a person of strong character, ready to take on the world’s challenges.
Featured Film Production and Content Development Courses
CINE 201 – Introduction to Screenwriting
CINE 302 – Story Analysis
CINE 303 – Producing and Directing
CINE 402 – Feature Production
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Communication and the Arts
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the degree
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty for Your BS in Film Production and Content Development Degree?
Pursue Your Passion with Purpose
The film and television industry is extremely competitive, but don’t be discouraged! Get a leg up on the competition with a bachelor’s degree from our reputable, nonprofit Christian university. With our industry connections, experiential teaching style, and an array of state-of-the-art equipment, you can begin your journey to making a name for yourself in the world of film and television production.
Build Your Professional Portfolio
Our cinematic arts program allows you to work under industry professionals and create a strong network with peers and professors alike. You can also walk away with a short film you wrote and directed, a polished feature-length screenplay, a business plan for the screenplay, certifications (Avid, Adobe, and DaVinci), and a demo reel of your work created while at Liberty.
Utilize State-of-the-Art Equipment
We’ll help you build your portfolio using state-of-the-art, theatrical-grade equipment and facilities that include RED Helium, RED Epic Dragon, and RED Prime Lenses, mixing and 4K coloring edit suites, Audio-Technical Microphones and DeSisti Lights, 2 large editing labs and a THX-certified 7.1 dubbing stage, and ADR booths and classrooms equipped with 7.1 surround.
Explore Our Cinematic Arts Center
To see a full list of available equipment and explore the incredible facilities Liberty offers to its film students, visit our Zaki Gordon Cinematic Arts Center. You can find tools and environment to grow as a filmmaker and pursue your creative vision with excellence.
Admissions
How Do You Become a Bachelor’s in Film Production and Content Development Student?
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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