Jim Westrick

Jim Westrick is an Assistant Teaching Professor at the Bellisario College of Communications, Pennsylvania State University, specializing in film production and screenwriting. With 16 years of industry experience in Los Angeles, he has contributed to over 200 TV episodes and numerous films as a director, editor, and cinematographer. He joined the faculty in 2021, focusing on nurturing student voices and storytelling skills.

Educated at Chapman University, he earned an MFA in Film Production with an emphasis in directing. His thesis film, *We Two Have Wandered*, screened at festivals like LA Shorts Fest and the West Chester International Film Festival.

His expertise spans film production techniques, post-production workflows, and digital media trends, shaped by both academic and industry perspectives.