Overview

The OC Film School offers the serious student a unique blend of film theory and practical hands-on training. Our students learn the craft and techniques of narrative storytelling while acquiring the technical skills and artistic sensibilities necessary to compete in the new emerging frontier of digital filmmaking. Our curriculum integrates concentrated classroom study of all the major filmmaking disciplines with intensive hands-on experience in student film projects, because our philosophy stipulates that the fruits of theory realize full maturity in the practical application of the art. Our Digital Filmmaking classes give students collaborative hands-on cinematography, sound, and editing experience through the creation of award-winning short film projects.

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Prospective new students contact the Welcome Center for one-on-one help applying to Olympic College.

Current and returning students contact the Advising Center to connect with a Student Success Coach or your Faculty Advisor.

Academic Programs

The OC Film School offers several different certificate and degree options. The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) allows you to earn your bachelor's in filmmaking. The Associate in Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree allows you to transfer seamlessly into our BAS program. The Certificate of Completion (CC) in Documentary Filmmaking gives you the skills to produce your own documentary film.

BAS: Filmmaking

AAS-T: Filmmaking

CR: Documentary Filmmaking

Why Choose Olympic College Film School

UNBEATABLE PRICE
The most affordable filmmaking program in the country.
The only community and technical college in Washington State that offers a bachelor's degree in filmmaking.

At OC Film School, we provide high-quality, cost-effective programs that help students save on tuition without compromising on education.

While the average annual cost of attending film school nationwide can exceed $35,000, our students pay significantly less over four years. This means they can graduate with outstanding training—and far less debt—compared to students from other film schools.

The OC Film School Team

Faculty Advisors

Every film student is assigned an faculty advisor. The following professors are faculty advisors for filmmaking program.

Filmmaking student on set

Free Gear Checkout

As an OC Film School student you'll have access to state-of-the art production equipment like RED Digital Cinema cameras. Contact program coordinator and OC Film School professor Amy Hesketh for more info.

Film instructor and student setting up a panel light

OC COMMUNITY FILM EQUIPMENT CHECKOUT PROGRAM

The Filmmaking Department’s got you covered! The OC Student Community Film Equipment Checkout Program is available to all OC students, work-study employees, faculty members, or staff to use in your multimedia projects and not just students in the Filmmaking Program.

Questions? Contact Gregg Frost, Instructional & Classroom Support Technician at @email.

Students studying on laptops

specialized Laptop Checkout

Specialized laptops are available for check out by Olympic College students in filmmaking programs. The distribution of a laptop must be authorized by an Olympic College representative. Contact  program coordinator Amy Hesketh for more information about the laptop check out program. For more info on the general college device checkout program, visit the Device Checkout webpage.

CONTACT AMY HESKETH

News & Recognition

Shoreline to OC

Film students smiling on set

Shoreline to OC

Starting in Winter 2024, students who have earned an Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences in Digital Filmmaking from Shoreline Community College can transfer into OC's Bachelor of Applied Science degree program. Continue to pursue a career in film with state-of-the-art gear and the guidance of OC's expert professors!

Contact Mia Steben for details. 

Mia steben

Transfer Information & Careers

ALUMNX VOICES

"Olympic College was especially instrumental in my success because of the people I was introduced to. Not only did I get a great education for a fraction of the cost of big-name schools, but I also got to meet stupendous local filmmakers who helped me find work and build up the courage to network on my own. Because of OC, I have the skills to make films and I know the people to make them with."
Micah Heemstra, BAS Filmmaking Class of '24
"Starting at OC, you are immediate part of a community of aspiring filmmakers wanting to learn how to make films like you. Learning from your professors and your peers offers an experience like no-other, as creativity shines bright when creativity is shared. During my Bachelor years, even during the pandemic, there was a bevy of creative efforts put forth even aside from my own. We all helped each other and offered something most films never get, an audience that wants to share and critique."
Franco Duerme, BAS Filmmaking Class of '22

Academic Division

Filmmaking is part of the Social Sciences & Humanities Division (SSH). Visit the SSH Division for more info, including support resources and services, and contact info for division staff and the dean. The Social Sciences & Humanities Division can assist you with: 

  • Advising
  • Connecting with faculty
  • Finding campus resources
  • Support for procedural processes such as a grade appeal or student complaint.