Filmmaking
Gain hands-on experience in all aspects of filmmaking, from video production and directing, to cinematography, screenwriting and acting at the OC Film School.

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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The OC Film School offers several different certificate and degree options. The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) allows students to earn their bachelor's in filmmaking, graduating with two degrees and several film credits. The Associate in Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree allows students to transfer seamlessly into our BAS program. The Certificate of Completion (CC) in Documentary Filmmaking gives students the skills to produce their own documentary film.
The average price to attend film schools nationally can cost upwards of $35,000/year. Students attending the OC Film School won’t pay close to that in the four years combined, which means students finish our program with far less debt than other film school graduates.
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.
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.
Every student is assigned an advising team consisting of your Student Success Coach and Faculty Advisor. Your Faculty Advisor is determined once you decide on your specific academic program. The following professors are Faculty Advisors for Filmmaking.
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: