Filmmaking
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.
MORE INFO
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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.
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.
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.
INFORMATION SESSIONS
Questions? Contact Gregg Frost, Instructional & Classroom Support Technician at @email.
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.
Why Choose Olympic College Film School
- UNBEATABLE PRICE
- WORLD CLASS FACILITIES
- INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL FACULTY
- HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
- Multiple Pathways
UNBEATABLE PRICE
The most affordable filmmaking program in the country
The average annual cost of attending film schools nationwide can exceed $35,000. However, students at OC Film School will pay significantly less over the course of four years, allowing them to graduate with far less debt compared to students from other film schools.
News, Recognition & Student Films
In the Media
Awards
ALUMNX
The OC Film School Team
Timothy Hagan
Amy Hesketh
Aaron Drane
Craig Downing
Marq Evans
Gregg Frost
Faculty Advisors
Every film student is assigned an faculty advisor. The following professors are faculty advisors for filmmaking program.
Shoreline to OC
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.
Transfer, Career & Forms
Careers
PDF Filmmaking Application
Transfer Info
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.