Downtown Chicago, IL Campus

Media Career Training in Chicago, IL

The Illinois Media School was opened in 1986 to respond to the needs of area radio and television stations for entry-level positions in video production companies. The Chicago video production campus opened in 2010.

Illinois Media School, Chicago Campus is a great place to go to school in a city rich with culture, history, and entertainment.

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The Illinois Media School is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). The Illinois Media School is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocation Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education.

Illinois Media School is an Approved participant in the Department of Education’s Federal Financial Assistance Programs. Illinois Media School Federal School Code or OPE ID # is: 03101801

A Beautiful Chicago Location

The Illinois Media School, Downtown Chicago video production campus is located in the center of downtown Chicago. The School has a fully-equipped TV Studio and master Control Room with a high definition Tri-Caster Film Production Switcher and live virtual backgrounds and sets in addition to 23 video content and editing stations. The Chicago Video Production School also has 10 fully-equipped Radio Studios and 2 On-Air Internet Radio Stations.

Accessible to all major highways located in the heart of the Loop in the center of Chicago. The Loop is home to a wide variety of historic sites such as Dearborn Station where all travelers arrived until Union Station was built. Attractions like the fabulous Skydeck at Willis Tower offers you a panoramic view of the city from 1,353 feet into the air. We also have an unmatched public transportation system that features the iconic “L” trains, the Metra and bus service.

Chicago Video Production School – Make the Move to Chicago, Illinois

Our Chicago video production campus is centered in the hustle and bustle of downtown, putting you right in the middle of all the big-city action. The city serves as the perfect backdrop for your learning experiences both on- and off-campus. Lively, diverse, and rich in arts and culture, there’s no city quite like Chicago.

If you feel drawn to our film production college in Chicago, we can promise you that both the school and the city have so much to offer. Whether you hail from a hometown that’s small and rural or a busy metropolis, relocating to Chicago will be the beginning of an incredible adventure.

Where to Live in Chicago

Looking for places to live in Chicago? Home to a mix of homes, condominiums, and apartments, Chicago has plenty of options for the new resident. You can choose between buying or renting a home, and price points are diverse, making it possible to find something on varying budgets. Plus, because Chicago is one of the most walkable cities in the nation, you’ll be within minutes of amenities (including video production companies) no matter where you choose to live.

There are around 200 unique neighborhoods spread throughout Chicago, dividing up into several major sections:

• The Loop
• The North Side
• The South Side
• The West Side

The South Side is the most extensive section, making up more than half of the city as the Port of Chicago. On the North Side, you’ll find many residential options, including high rises along the lake. The Loop is the city’s business district and is also where you’ll be attending your classes at our Chicago video production campus.

Things to Do in Chicago

While you’re on-campus, you’ll be busy enjoying the challenge of hands-on film production education. But when video content class isn’t in session, you definitely won’t have to look far for great activities and exciting attractions in Chicago.

One of the best things about joining our Chicago video production campus is the positive sense of community you’ll find here. It’s not unusual for students to frequently get together before and after classes, whether it’s to grab a quick cup of coffee or do some sightseeing. Here are just some of the highlights of Chicago to look forward to when you arrive:

• The city is well-recognized for its architecture and was the country’s innovation leader during the era of skyscrapers. Today, you can spot numerous architectural highlights on even a short walk downtown, and the soaring buildings make for a stunning setting for our film production students to practice their craft. Many of the tallest buildings in the U.S. are in Chicago, including the Willis Tower (formerly known as the Sears Tower). You can also see historic buildings throughout The Loop, such as the Fine Arts Building, 35 East Wacker, and the Chicago Board of Trade Building.
• From the early 1900s, Chicago has been famous for its plethora of outdoor public art. There are dozens of monuments and statues around the city, ranging from historic to contemporary. Many Chicago greats have been forever captured in public sculpture, from statues of sports heroes like Michael Jordan and Harry Caray to media giants like Jack Brickhouse and Irv Kupcinet.
• Sample a variety of cuisines worldwide, with many of the best places to eat in Chicago found within its flourishing ethnic restaurant districts. From Mexican food in La Villita and Puerto Rican dishes in Paseo Boricua to incredible dining in Little Italy, Chinatown, Little Seoul, and more, you’ll never run out of new things to try.
• While you’re downtown for your classes, you’re never far from some of the best things to see in Chicago. Explore video production companies, museums, shops, parks, and even beaches in the area, or catch a game at the Chicago Bears stadium.
• Head over to the Lincoln Park area to stroll through the Lincoln Park Zoo, then browse the country’s largest concentration of contemporary art galleries (outside NYC) in the River North Gallery District. You can make your way to Hyde Park to enjoy more of Chicago’s parklands, including Washington Park and Jackson Park.

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