Create your foundation in film production at Columbus State University
Our film production programs are designed to help you create the educational foundation you need to launch your career in filmmaking.
Degrees & Programs
Undergraduate Certificate in Film Production
Step onto set and dive into an introduction to hands-on learning with professional equipment, industry-standard procedures, and on-set experiences.
Nexus Degree in Film Production
Our Film Production Nexus degree is your fast track into Georgia’s high-demand film industry! This 60-credit program combines hands-on experiential learning with advanced courses, giving you the knowledge and skills that top employers want.
Bachelor Degree in Communication (Film Production Concentration)
Explore everything from screenwriting to video production, learning the ins and outs of filmmaking from start to finish. With courses designed to spark your creativity and build your technical expertise, our Film Production Concentration prepares you for an exciting career in film and television.
Why CSU?
Experiential Learning
Take classes at a studio soundstage where you'll work hands-on with professional gear such as cameras, sound gear, lights and more.
Internship Opportunities
Develop film credits through internships thanks to our partnerships with professional productions right here in Columbus.
Georgia Film Academy
We are proud partners with the Georgia Film Academy, bringing you a high quality, industry-approved education.
Industry Certifications
Earn industry-recognized certifications in film & television, and digital entertainment.
With my experience in the Department of Communication, I gained the confidence and knowledge that helped me on set. The department offers the best professors at Columbus State and the GFA program prepared me for the film industry and what working on a set is like.
High-Impact Degrees for a High-Demand Career
The film industry is booming in Georgia, growing into a $4 billion industry! With hundreds of productions occurring annually in our state, this high-demand field needs skilled professionals with a strong educational foundation.
With our degrees, you’ll be qualified to work in roles such as Production Assistant, Set Dresser, Prop Artist, Hair/Make-Up/Wardrobe, Sound Mixer, Boom Operator, Camera Operator, Camera Assistants, Locations Manager, Craft Services and more!
Georgia certified film workers earn an average annual salary of $84,000, and many earn more than $150,000*!
*According to the Georgia Film Academy