Film at Witt

So, Wittenberg is finally introducing a new film program for this summer. This program will emphasis writing for documentary, and focus on production for documentary film. A total of 5 films will be produced that are like 10 minutes each. Wittenberg has no requirements to take the course, however you do need to submit a 10 page paper in order to be considered for admissions.

I think this is a really cool thing for Wittenberg to have! Wittenberg is an exciting place! You can really do whatever you want if you really pursude professors or work with professors on a program of study of your interest.

One thing for me: At Wittenberg the university doesn't have broadcast journalism courses- although they focus a lot of the courses on print and this course is also focused a bit on online journalism. But, what I have learned. It's all about the internships you get! Writing is so important- and that is what you learn by taking the print journalism and online journalism courses. The production part comes from the internships. Internships are your key into the industry. If you want to go into even print journalism- internships with an "s" are very important. You meet people and are able to network- but you gain practical experience in the field. In this field, your experience is the most valuable thing you need to have! They want to see that you can do it.

I'm not saying don't take journalism classes in college- definetely take those courses- but employers really want take internships very seriously and you will have a top edge over those that do not experience and worked at a business.

So, get internships everyone!!!! Those are what get you jobs! You simply cannot escape it!