Study Media Arts Production at LBC
Bringing Performances to Life
Are you a behind-the-scenes kind of person? If operating cameras, lights, sound and staging is what excites you, learn how to make it your career.
Studying live production at LBC and gives creative Christians the chance to become an integral part of the performing arts world. Through this major, you’ll get a hands-on learning experience with state-of-the-art audio, video and lighting technology used in live events and studio production. Plus, there so many chances for students to use their newly acquired skills right on our campus!
Come and learn the ins and outs of what it takes to produce performances, both big and small.
Why Study Media Arts at LBC?
- Get hands on experience in producing on-campus events, Lancaster-area churches and other local businesses.
- Learn from experienced professionals who have helped to produce events for big names like David Crowder, Jeremy Camp, Jars of Clay, Brandon Heath and more.
- Interact with state-of-the-art equipment.
- Learn to work and collaboratively and thrive alongside other creatives through our program’s integration into the Music, Worship & Performing Arts department.
- Earn your degree from an accredited Bible college in PA.
Program Specializations
- Live Audio
- Live Video
- Stage Management and Lighting
- Film and Video
- Audio and Music Recording
A Closer Look: Media Arts Production
Hands-On Experience
Get hands-on training with experienced professionals to prepare for careers in broadcasting, journalism, advertising, public relations, digital marketing, show production, video production, and graphic design.
You may also enjoy this music video written, performed, recorded, filmed and edited by our Worship Arts and Media Arts Production Majors.
Meet the Faculty
Ryan Geesaman, MS
Assistant Professor, Chair of the Communication & Media Arts Department
“When you take all of your skill and combine it with all of your available resources, the result is excellence. Our goal is to develop your skill and increase your access to resources so that you can be excellent in your field.” – Mr. Geesaman
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Sample Course Outline
PRO 120 – Live Sound I
This course introduces the student to a biblically-based and theoretically-effective use of live sound reinforcement based on broad technical knowledge within the context of professional ministry. The fundamentals of sound, acoustics and live audio production, with particular focus on ministry applications, are taught with a hands-on approach. Instruction includes experience in analog and digital hardware and related software.
WPA 102 – Introduction to Worship Arts
A foundational understanding of a biblical theology of worship is introduced. Additionally, an overview of the art of worship from early Christian times through the current post-modern trends is included. Practical implications for worship situations in today’s church are drawn from both the biblical and historical context.
PRO 220 – Live Sound II
This course introduces the student to a biblically-based and theoretically-effective use of live sound reinforcement based on broad technical knowledge within the context of professional ministry. The fundamentals of sound, acoustics and live audio production, with particular focus on ministry applications, are taught with a hands-on approach. Instruction includes experience in analog and digital hardware and related software.
THR 310 – Staging and Illumination
An introduction to the art of staging and illumination: the course will teach the fundamentals of stage lighting, including the history of lighting, illumination, lighting equipment, projection principles, color, elementary electricity, and light controls (digital and analog). Basic stage design will then be taught and related to the concepts of proper illumination.
HIS 224 – History of Christian Song
An investigation of the origin and development of sacred song from its beginnings to the present, with special reference to the relation of sacred Christian song to historical, sociological and theological trends, and the biblical principles and historical trends inherent in the use of sacred song in personal and corporate worship. Sacred song in Western civilization will be the central focus, though not to the exclusion of other world music movements and influences.
PRO 305 – Live Video
This course covers video fundamentals including analog and digital technology, video signal analysis, HDTV, and evolution of the technology. Students will learn digital camera operation, basic shooting and lighting techniques, and basic editing and exporting. An introduction to video editing by working with audio, transitions, titling, and motion graphics in their productions is included.
THR 210 – Stage Management
This course introduces the student to the principles and practice of stage management, with particular emphasis on the role and responsibilities of a professional technical director. Dialogue on the impact of a biblical worldview to the technical arts is inherent in the course. In addition, discussion of leadership principles, resources for character development, and discussion of administrative process are included. The course includes exposure to technical directors serving/working in the professional world of ministry and/or public venues.
PRO 336 – Video Editing
This course will focus on video post-production including the basics of editing, compositing and motion graphics. Concepts and techniques of non-linear editing, compositing layers of computer generated imagery and live action video, special effects, camera movements and cinematic points of view be addressed. The development of portfolio materials will demonstrate the student’s ability to design and communicate effective messages.
THR 420 – Stage Technologies
This course introduces the student to technologies required for effective staging of live events, from hardware to software applications, building on the equipment discussed and learned in the Staging and Illumination course. A good portion of the course is spent observing and researching common practice in live production venues, permanent and touring.
PRO 430 – Acoustics
A scientific study of sound and its behavior as it relates to the live production environment. Additional application to the recording environment is included. Basic acoustic principles and practice are discussed and observed in public and private venues.
WOR 402 – Administrative Process in Worship Arts
TThis course is an in-depth investigation, with practical application, of the administrative process involved in a worship arts ministry. Basic areas covered will include the supervision and management of people and resources, vision-building, leadership development/staffing, planning of worship events, budgeting, and administering the use of electronic media/technology in worship.
PRO 221 – Media Technician
This course is an applied study working in the Technical Department. A student will receive hands-on training in stage lighting, media/projection, and sound reinforcement. Experience will follow a typical employment model, working under a boss and alongside a Tech Crew. (NOTE: The student’s Program Director/Coordinator, or delegate, will be denoted as the “LBC Internship Supervisor.”)
Featured Courses
PRO 405 - Audio Engineering
This course will be an in-depth study of the operating procedures of modern audio recording, putting into practice many of the fundamentals of sound, acoustics, and production taught in pre-requisite courses.
PRO 305 - Live Video
This course covers video fundamentals including analog and digital technology, video signal analysis, HDTV, and evolution of the technology. Students will learn digital camera operation, basic shooting and lighting techniques, and basic editing and exporting. An introduction to video editing by working with audio, transitions, titling, and motion graphics in their productions is included.
A Closer Look: Communication & Media Arts Alumni
Featured Alumna: Evelyn Stauffer (’14)
Evelyn is a graduate of our communication program and now serves as the Deputy Press Secretary for a major U.S. government agency. Read her story here.
Careers and Jobs in Live Production
- Audio Engineer
- Church Technology Pastor
- Lighting Engineer
- Live Production Supervisor
- Production Manager
- Stagehand
- Technical Director