With a media production major, you’ll be prepared to navigate the ever-changing media culture within organizations, television, and online.
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Courses and skills
What skills will I develop?
By majoring in media production, you will be equipped to navigate the ever-changing media culture, and become a well-rounded person, not just a well-rounded student.
Broadcast programming
You’ll learn to create original programming for broadcast outlets, analyze and critique broadcast programming content, and contribute to broadcast news.
Content development and editing
You’ll become confident in developing and editing content for today’s diverse digital media, ensuring you can produce high-quality programming for network productions, organizations, and more.
Multi-platform proficiency
To reflect the state of the broadcast industry, our media production major emphasizes theories and techniques for creative content production across multiple platforms, ensuring you're ready for a dynamic media career.
Corporate and ministry production
You’ll gain the skills to prepare production content for corporations and ministries, allowing you to support organizational goals through effective media production.
Skills for any career
Honing strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills will help you in nearly any job—and graduate school.
Academic plans
Map out your time at Bethel—from day one to your diploma. Your course schedule is designed to help you grow, gain skills, and become who you’re meant to be.
Learning opportunities
What experiences will I have?
Hands-on learning is at the core of all Bethel majors. That means you’ll find numerous opportunities to get involved, apply what you’ve learned, and gain experience. And Bethel’s size and vibrant community will allow you to pursue ways to get involved right away.
Study abroad
Through this major, you can take classes abroad through trips over a full semester, January session, spring break, and summer.
Student clubs
COMMentor—a communication studies mentoring program that works closely with BethelBiz—provides opportunities to connect with experienced professionals, attend career events, and build connections as you work toward your career goals. You can also join Bethel’s Public Relations Society Student Association (PRSSA) chapter and communication honor societies Sigma Zeta and Lambda Pi Eta.
Hands-on experience
Through practical projects and real-world applications, you'll refine your ability to create, edit, and analyze media content, making you a versatile and valuable asset in the industry. The communication studies department is contracted by Bethel Athletics to oversee the broadcasting and streaming of all on-campus athletic events, giving you the chance to use a state-of-the-art television studio.
Real-world impact
What can I do with a media production degree?
Advances in technology have shifted media production from media broadcasting to “narrowcasting’’—people pick and choose when and what they want to watch. The foundation of narrowcasting is convergent digital media. This major emphasizes the theories and techniques of creative content production for distribution across multiple platforms. You’ll become the person you’re meant to be—equipped for a life of purpose in many different areas.
Production
Honing innovation and creative storytelling, you’ll be ready for producer and director roles—even on-air talent.
Diverse media roles
You’ll prepare for a broad range of careers in the broadcast industry. You’ll be ready to function as part of a production team and produce and distribute broadcast content.
Journalism
You’ll sharpen writing and editing skills across all different media platforms and be equipped for various content creation positions.
Management
Having developed cultural competence, relational empathy, and emotional intelligence, you’ll be ready for positions in media buying, employee relations, and other leadership roles.
Skills for any field
With a solid foundation of critical thinking, problem-solving, and public-speaking skills, you’ll be equipped to apply your background to almost any field, including education, ministry, and more.
Graduate school
You’ll receive the training necessary to pursue graduate degrees in studio-based network production and more.
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Visiting campus is the best way to learn about Bethel and our majors. As you try out academic and campus life at Bethel, you can attend a class, chat with students, meet professors and coaches, tour campus, and get a taste of life in our program.
Faculty mentors
Meet your professors
You’ll learn alongside faculty who are distinguished scholars and faithful Christians. They’ll know you by name and invest in your success. Professors are accessible and usually have an open-door policy so you can stop by with questions.
Student Support
Your support team
At Bethel, you’ll experience a community where you belong. And that means you’ll be able to access numerous tools for your academic success—tutoring, mentors, study help, and more.
Career coaching and preparation
A dedicated team is here to empower you to lead a purposeful life. Career coaches will help you build a resume, pursue internships and jobs, and provide support at every step of the way.
Academic advising
No matter your goals, you’ll find support from your advisor. They’ll help you plan your courses and will provide support as you complete your degree and start a successful career.
Tutoring and academic support
The Academic Enrichment and Support Center (AESC) will be your first stop for academic support. You’ll find help in building study skills, academic counseling, and more.
Faith formation
As you develop your faith, you’ll have support from our Campus Ministries team. From Chapel to Bible studies, you’ll have numerous opportunities to explore and grow in your faith.
Accessible education
Tuition and financial aid
College is an investment in your future. That’s why we strive to make your education attainable and provide you with clear and accurate information as you consider your next steps. The net price calculator is a great place to start.
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