Steven Apter

Steven Apter is an Instructor in the Communication, Media and Theatre unit at Northeastern Illinois University, teaching since August 2005. He simultaneously serves as an Instructor at Columbia College Chicago since September 1998, delivering courses across television, video, and film theory and production disciplines.

Education:

• M.F.A. candidate in Independent Film and Digital Imaging, Governors State University (GPA: 4.0)
• B.A. in Television Production, Columbia College Chicago (GPA: 4.0, Dean's List)
• B.A. in Cinema Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (GPA in major: 3.6)

Research Interests: Apter's scholarly focus centers on television and film theory and criticism, with deep specialization in practical production methodologies. His expertise spans documentary filmmaking, sketch comedy production, and remote broadcasting for sports/music events. He has developed comprehensive curricula covering pre-production through post-production workflows, emphasizing technical execution and aesthetic analysis of cinematic codes and conventions.

Scientific Awards:

• Midwest Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement in Documentary Program (2008) for Find Yourself a Dream: The Bob Love Story
• Houston International Film Festival Gold Camera Award (1st Prize) for Reflections From The Heart Of A Child
• U.S. International Film Festival Gold Camera Award (1st Prize) for How To Love A Smoker
• U.S. International Film Festival Gold Camera Award (1st Prize) for Our Smoking Video
• U.S. International Film Festival Gold Camera Award (1st Prize) for How To Become An Alcoholic
• U.S. International Film Festival Award For Creative Excellence for When Nobody’s Looking