By adding a media and performing arts minor, you’ll become equipped to create compelling content, preparing you for diverse roles in live productions, media creation, and storytelling. Through classes and performance opportunities in a variety of subjects, you’ll be equipped to not only tell meaningful stories that enhance your career opportunities—especially if you plan to enter a creative field.
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Courses and skills
What skills will I develop?
Storytelling is a valued skill in almost every industry and profession today. Acquiring the skillset to produce film, audio, and even social media content will enhance your career opportunities. Through your media and performing arts minor, you’ll cultivate skills in:
Media production
Learn video and audio production, editing, and storytelling for digital media content.
Pre-production story design
Develop scripts, storyboards, and creative concepts for media projects.
Post-production editing
Refine editing skills, sound design, and visual storytelling in post-production processes.
Acting and singing
Develop your creative skills through classes and live performance opportunities in Bethel’s vibrant community.
Technical work
Learn about stage management, lighting, sound design, and other technical elements of theatrical productions.
Creative collaboration
Collaborate with peers and faculty on creative projects, honing your teamwork and communication skills in artistic endeavors.
Academic plans
Map out your time at Bethel—from day one to your diploma. Your course schedule is designed to help you grow, gain skills, and become who you’re meant to be.
Learning opportunities
What experiences will I have?
Hands-on learning is at the core of all Bethel majors. That means you’ll find numerous opportunities to immerse yourself in our vibrant musical community and gain hands-on experiences that shape you into a skilled and versatile musician.
Professional networking
Engage with industry professionals, attend workshops, and participate in internships to build connections and gain hands-on experience.
Train in media labs
Learn to create digital media content, including videos, podcasts, social media campaigns, and more for live productions, musicals, and media pieces.
Study abroad
Participate in music ensembles that travel across the United States and abroad. Previous locations have included Singapore, Malaysia, Poland, Sweden, France, and more.
Real-world impact
How will this minor help my career goals?
The skills of performance, media production, and storytelling prepare you for diverse career paths in entertainment, media, and creative industries.
Media production
Work in media companies, production studios, advertising agencies, or digital content creation roles.
Performing arts
Pursue opportunities in acting, singing, stage management, and technical production for live performances.
Creative entrepreneurship
Start your own creative ventures, such as production companies, theatre groups, or media platforms.
Cross-disciplinary roles
Apply your skills in communication, storytelling, and performance across various industries, including corporate events, education, and non-profit organizations.
Start your journey
Explore Bethel for yourself
Visiting campus is the best way to learn about Bethel and our majors. As you try out academic and campus life at Bethel, you can attend a class, chat with students, meet professors and coaches, tour campus, and get a taste of life in our program.
Faculty mentors
Meet your professors
You’ll learn alongside supportive professors who are there for you as helpful resources. You’ll receive their guidance for graduate auditions, job applications, leadership roles, and assistant positions.
Kevin Shull
Adjunct Instructor of Music, Director of the Handbell Ensemble and Manager of Music Organizations
Accessible education
Tuition and financial aid
We want you to understand from the beginning what a Bethel education costs. That’s why we made it simple. Beginning in the 2025-26 academic year, tuition for the College of Arts & Sciences will be $25,990—down from $44,050. This more accurately reflects what you can expect to pay, empowering you to make informed decisions and become who you're meant to be.
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Find your fit
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This flexible minor will complement almost any major you choose. But here are a few examples:
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