Columbia Film and TV Student Secures Sony Pictures Internship
May 06, 2026While at Columbia College Chicago’s Semester in LA program, Senior Alex Lu’s initiative—and a tube of glue—help him make industry connections.
While at Columbia College Chicago’s Semester in LA program, Senior Alex Lu’s initiative—and a tube of glue—help him make industry connections.
Students from Columbia College Chicago will engage with entertainment industry leaders on the same lot where “Avatar,” “The Sound of Music,” and other great films were made.
Jas Dunigan, a Film and Television major at Columbia College Chicago, was one of only five students selected for the Television Academy Foundation’s Fall 2025 Internship Program.
Michelle West, assistant director and adjunct professor at Columbia College Chicago’s Semester in LA program, wrote, directed, and produced the very personal film in collaboration with Columbia alums and faculty.
“The New Raymond," a Columbia College Chicago student film, will screen on September 27, vying for top honors at the Glendale International Film Festival.
Kubilay Uner leads Columbia’s Music Composition for the Screen program, which has been ranked the best in the world by “The Hollywood Reporter.”
Columbia students participate in annual Los Angeles conference featuring leaders from Warner Bros, Roku, Sony, and Mattel.
The publication recognizes Columbia for its outstanding undergraduate and graduate film and TV degree programs as well as its Semester in LA program.
The prestigious annual international festival presents important professional opportunities for filmmakers.
Columbia College Chicago seniors, twins Wyatt and Wrett Brower’s leaps of faith have brought them across coasts and closer to their dream careers.
Georgia Lee, Liberty Thomas, and Marissa Traver set their sights on careers in film and television production and find friendships along the way.
Driven by a love of music and travel, Raina Villareal ventures to LA to meet sound professionals and explore sound engineering careers.