Past Internship Sites:

• Flavorlab, New York City
• Mosaic Film Experience
• WKTV
• Allied Productions
• Feel Like You Belong
• River City Studios
• Frederick Meijer Garden and Sculpture Park
• Susan Mast ALS Foundation
• ESPN
• Cannes Film Festival

• Grand Valley Television
• GV Film Academy
• Cinesthesia
• GVFX
• Summer Film Project
• Many local film festivals

As a future graduate with an Advertising and Public Relations major or minor degree, you will be confronting global issues and will work in internationally-operated companies. "Wake up and face the earth!" T. Friedman advised us in his bestseller ‘The World is Flat’. 

• Technological expertise related to equipment and software
• Written and visual storytelling
• Decisive and problem-solving leadership
• Synthesizing information into compelling content

• Adaptability
• The ability to present specific viewpoints
• Editing
• Meeting deadlines

Meet your Career Advisor Lisa Knapp

Sample Film and Video Production Internship Sites

Internships provide a way for you to get hands-on, supervised experience in the world of work. You are able to apply the concepts you are learning in the classroom to a work environment.

• Flavorlab
• Mosaic Film Experience
• WKTV
• Allied Productions
• Feel Like You Belong
• River City Studios
• Frederick Meijer Garden and Sculpture Park
• Susan Mast ALS Foundation
• ESPN
• Cannes Film Festival

Film and Video Production

 General Information on Internship

Community Service Opportunities

Seek volunteer opportunities related to the field you're exploring as a way of testing out future careers.

The Civic Engagement Center keeps a list of current volunteer opportunities updated on their website. There are ongoing opportunities on a continuous basis, as well as on-campus and off-campus opportunities posted as they become available.
 

Civic Engagement Center

Studio Art Abroad Options

Through study abroad you’ll also set yourself apart from other job-seekers and graduate-school applicants in an increasingly competitive market.

Imagine filming on location in the bustling streets of Tokyo or the serene landscapes of New Zealand, capturing the raw beauty of diverse cultures through your lens. Imagine working with local crews and gaining firsthand experience in international film industries, learning new techniques and storytelling traditions. Imagine collaborating with filmmakers from all over the world, sharing ideas and perspectives that challenge and expand your creative vision. Studying abroad offers film and video production majors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in global cinema, honing their craft while experiencing the world through a different lens.

Film and Video Production Study Abroad

Explore Internships Abroad

Undergraduate Scholar Engagement

Pursuing academic, creative, and research experiences and projects outside the classroom is an excellent way to learn new skills and build a body of work in your field.

The Center for Undergraduate Scholar Engagement (CUSE) provides opportunities for undergraduate research and scholarship.

Center for Undergraduate Scholar Engagement (CUSE)

Where Alumni Have Landed

• Freelance Graphic Designer – New York City, New York
• Academic Advisor – Grand Valley State University
• Digital Advertising Specialist – Deksia
• Customer Success Manager – DealerOn
• Social Media Coordinator – Resurrection Life Church
• Assistant Golf Professional – Petosky-Bay View Country Club
• Sales Executive– Zillow Group
• Assistant Event Manager – Gilmore Catering
• Service Advocate– Farmers Insurance
• Media Buyer/CRM Planner – Lake Michigan Credit Union
• Videographer – Spring Meadow Nursery
• Director, Audio-Visual Services – Bluewater
• Production Coordinator – Point Studio Inc.
• Art Director – Publicis Sapient
• Senior Video Editor – 52 Watt Studios
• Creative Director – Freshwater Digital LLC
• Media Production Specialist– Michigan Department of Education
• Media Consultant – O.D. Apparel
• Senior Executive Assistant – Mercantile Bank of Michigan
• Project Manager – BizStream

Congratulations on mastering the world of undergraduate film and video production! Now, you're ready to take your skills to the next level and explore advanced opportunities in the creative industry. Consider these graduate school options for film and video production majors:

Master's in Film Production: This program dives deep into the art and craft of filmmaking, covering everything from screenwriting to cinematography. Students engage in hands-on projects, honing their technical skills while exploring storytelling techniques and production management. Graduates emerge as proficient filmmakers, equipped for careers in directing, producing, or editing in various media platforms.

Master's in Film Studies: This degree offers an in-depth exploration of film theory, history, and criticism. Students analyze films across genres and eras, examining their cultural impact and artistic significance. This program prepares graduates for roles in academia, film criticism, or curatorial positions in film festivals and cultural institutions.

Master's in Screenwriting: Focused on the art of storytelling for the screen, this program guides students through the intricacies of writing compelling scripts. Emphasizing character development, dialogue, and narrative structure, graduates are equipped to pursue careers as screenwriters for film, television, and digital media.