Rate My Professor Jason Santelli

Jason Santelli is an Associate Professor of Film & Video Production at Frederick Community College, where he joined the faculty in 2004. He holds a B.F.A. and an M.A. in Broadcast Media & Motion Graphics from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Previously listed as an Assistant Professor, Santelli teaches key courses including FILM 152, FILM 251, FILM 256, and GRPH 132, equipping students with practical skills in video production, editing, motion graphics, television studio production, graphic design, and web design. His instruction emphasizes proficiency in industry-standard software, use of video cameras and microphones, editing techniques for effective storytelling, and application of transitions, special effects, and quality shot lengths.

As Faculty Lead and Program Manager for the Film & Video Production program within the Visual and Performing Arts division, Santelli oversees the Area of Concentration in the A.A. in Arts & Humanities and the standalone Certificate program. These programs prepare students for careers as video editors, producers, and camera operators through hands-on training in pre-production, production, post-production, motion graphics, directing, lighting, equipment operation, and field production projects. Santelli prepared the final report for the third assessment cycle (2012-2015) of the Digital Media Design program's Television Production track, evaluating general education competencies in technological competence and critical thinking. The assessment involved student projects with research on international films using resources like IMDb and AFI, script development, and production execution, yielding proficient average scores (e.g., 3.17-3.26 for critical thinking, 2.98-3.15 for technological competence). He organizes the annual Student Film Festival to showcase student work and exhibited his artwork "CROW" in the FCC Art Faculty Exhibition from November 5 to 30. Santelli also facilitates internships for workplace integration, portfolio reviews for photography and graphic design, and serves as a contact for student clubs and organizations, promoting professional behaviors, ethical communication, and problem-solving in digital media.