Media Arts Production Degree
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Credits
120
Course Length
16 weeks (semester)
Delivery Method
Traditional, On Campus at Lancaster, PA
Study Media Arts Production at LBC
Are you a behind-the-scenes kind of person? If operating cameras, lights, sound and staging is what excites you, learn how to make it your career.
Studying live production at LBC and gives creative Christians the chance to become an integral part of the performing arts world. Through this major, you’ll get a hands-on learning experience with state-of-the-art audio, video and lighting technology used in live events and studio production. Plus, there so many chances for students to use their newly acquired skills right on our campus!
Come and learn the ins and outs of what it takes to produce performances, both big and small.
Program Specializations
Students can choose to take the general degree, learning the foundations of all areas of production, or they can choose a specialization in Audio Specialization, Film & Video Specialization or Stage Management & Lightning Specialization. See details below.
Program Cost & Financial Aid
Admissions Process
Where LBC Students Have Interned
- Production Technician, Megachurch in Lancaster
- Production Technician, Local Theatre Troup
- Lighting Specialist, Rock Lititz
Can I Transfer Credits?
Yes! Read about LBC’s transfer policy
Other Media Arts Production Program Options
Associate of Arts (AA) – 61 credits
Minor – 17 credits
Media Arts Production Program Scope
Bachelor of Arts (BA) (120 Credits)
LBC Foundation Studies Courses 4 Credits
Bible & Theology Courses 30 Credits
Arts & Sciences Courses 31 Credits
Major Courses 49 Credits
Exploration Studies Courses 6 Credits
View the Academic Catalog for the complete curriculum plan, course descriptions and program details.
Get hands-on training with experienced professionals to prepare for careers in broadcasting, journalism, advertising, public relations, digital marketing, show production, video production and graphic design.
What makes the LBC Media Arts Production program unique?
- Get hands-on experience in producing events on campus, at Lancaster-area churches and for other local businesses.
- Learn from experienced professionals who have helped to produce events for big names like David Crowder, Jeremy Camp, Jars of Clay, Brandon Heath and more.
- Interact with state-of-the-art equipment.
- Learn to work and collaboratively and thrive alongside other creatives through our program’s integration into the Music, Worship & Performing Arts Department.
- Earn your degree from an accredited Bible college in Pennsylvania.
What are career paths with a Media Arts Production degree?
The Media Arts Production bachelor’s degree prepares students for a wide range of technical and/or ministry contexts. Here is a sampling of careers and opportunities this degree affords:
- Audio Engineer
- Church Technology Pastor
- Lighting Engineer
- Live Production Supervisor
- Production Manager
- Stagehand
- Technical Director
LBC students and alumni have worked at these companies:
Media Arts Production Program Goals – In this program, students will…
- Integrate a biblical worldview and servant mindset into the practice and evaluation of media arts.
- Demonstrate proficiency in basic production technology in audio, film/video, lighting and general electronics, as you learn to troubleshoot issues and train others.
- Acquire production leadership skills, informed by a biblical and cultural understanding of the nature and the purpose of media arts production.
- Develop a professional etiquette, maintain professional relationships and communicate effectively with peers, artistic teams and technical staff.
- Participate in a media arts production career field to further develop skills, knowledge and experiences.
Core Courses in the Media Arts Production Program
COM 100 Communication Seminar
COM 102 Introduction to Communication
COM 201 Communication Ethics
COM 230 Interpersonal Communication
COM 400 Cross-Cultural Experience
PRO 101 Introduction to Media Arts
PRO 120 Audio I
PRO 132 Musical Theater Technician
PRO 133 Musical Theater Technician
PRO 220 Audio II
PRO 221 Media Technician
PRO 222 Media Technician
PRO 223 Media Technician
PRO 224 Media Technician
PRO 240 Introduction to Filmmaking
PRO 310 Staging & Illumination
PRO 321 Co-Curricular Credit
PRO 322 Co-Curricular Credit
PRO 323 Co-Curricular Credit
PRO 324 Co-Curricular Credit
PRO 420 Stage Technologies
PRO 460 Internship
PRO 499 Senior Project
THE ____ THE 315 Theology of Media & Technology, THE 380 Creativity by Design, or The 3XX Theology of Popular Culture
Other Media Arts Production Program Options
Media Arts Production Associate Degree Program Plan
| Credits | |
| LBC Foundation Studies Courses | 4 |
| Bible & Theology Core Courses | 15 |
| Arts & Sciences Core Courses | 15 |
| Major Courses | 21 |
| Exploration Studies Courses | 6 |
| Total | 61 |
View the Academic Catalog for the complete curriculum plan, course descriptions and program details.
Minoring in Media Arts Production
These are the required courses for a minor in Media Arts Production (17 credits)
- PRO 101 Intro to Electronic Media (3)
- PRO 120 Live Sound I (3)
- PRO 221 Media Technician (1)
- PRO 222 Media Technician (1)
- PRO 240 Introduction to Filmmaking (3)
- PRO PRO Elective (3)
- PRO PRO Elective (3)
Meet the Media Arts Faculty
Ryan Geesaman, MS
Academic Dean of Arts & Sciences, Communication & Media Arts, Music Worship & Performing Arts, Associate Professor
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Customize Your Media Arts Production Major with a Specialization
By combining the core course plan with one of these 18-credit specializations, you can customize your course of study to better meet your educational goals.
Audio Specialization
COM 100 Communication Seminar
COM 102 Introduction to Communication
COM 201 Communication Ethics
COM 230 Interpersonal Communication
COM 400 Cross-Cultural Experience
PRO 101 Introduction to Media Arts
PRO 120 Audio I
PRO 132 Musical Theater Technician
PRO 133 Musical Theater Technician
PRO 220 Audio II
PRO 221 Media Technician
PRO 222 Media Technician
PRO 223 Media Technician
PRO 224 Media Technician
PRO 311 Electronic Media Devices
PRO 321 Co-Curricular Credit
PRO 322 Co-Curricular Credit
PRO 323 Co-Curricular Credit
PRO 324 Co-Curricular Credit
PRO 405 Recording Techniques I
PRO 406 Recording Techniques II
PRO 460 Internship
PRO 499 Senior Project
THE ___ THE 315 Theology of Media & Technology, THE 380 Creativity by Design, or The 3XX Theology of Popular Culture
PRO Elective
Film & Video Specialization
COM 100 Communication Seminar
COM 102 Introduction to Communication
COM 201 Communication Ethics
COM 230 Interpersonal Communication
COM 400 Cross-Cultural Experience
PRO 101 Introduction to Media Arts
PRO 120 Audio I
PRO 132 Musical Theater Technician
PRO 221 Media Technician
PRO 222 Media Technician
PRO 240 Introduction to Filmmaking
PRO 303 Media Production & Distribution
PRO 321 Co-Curricular Credit
PRO 322 Co-Curricular Credit
PRO 323 Co-Curricular Credit
PRO 336 Video Editing
PRO 337 Advanced Post-Production
PRO 425 Advanced Film & Video Production
PRO 460 Internship
PRO 475 Senior Film
THE ___ THE 315 Theology of Media & Technology, THE 380 Creativity by Design, or The 3XX Theology of Popular Culture
PRO Elective
Stage Management & Lighting Specialization
COM 100 Communication Seminar
COM 102 Introduction to Communication
COM 201 Communication Ethics
COM 230 Interpersonal Communication
COM 400 Cross-Cultural Experience
PRO 101 Introduction to Media Arts
PRO 120 Audio I
PRO 132 Musical Theater Technician
PRO 133 Musical Theater Technician
PRO 210 Stage Management
PRO 221 Media Technician
PRO 222 Media Technician
PRO 223 Media Technician
PRO 224 Media Technician
PRO 310 Staging and Illumination
PRO 315 Stagecraft
PRO 320 Advanced Lighting Design
PRO 332 Musical Theater Technician
PRO 333 Musical Theater Technician
PRO 334 Musical Theater Technician
PRO 335 Musical Theater Technician
PRO 460 Internship
PRO 499 Senior Project
THE ___ THE 315 Theology of Media & Technology, THE 380 Creativity by Design, or The 3XX Theology of Popular Culture
PRO Elective