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Bobby Chastain serves as Chair and Assistant Professor of Practice in Film and Video Production at Purdue University's Rueff School of Design, Art, and Performance, while also holding interim directorship of the film program and assistant directorship of Hall of Music Productions where he leads academic outreach.
His educational background includes:
- Ph.D. in Technology and Education from Purdue University
- M.S. in Computer Graphics from Purdue University
- B.A. in Theatre Technology from Purdue University
Chastain's research centers on experiential learning at the technology-arts intersection, with emphasis on visual storytelling methodologies and innovative curriculum development. His academic work spans the full spectrum of film production including cinematography, visual effects, directing, producing, and live event production, with particular focus on integrating emerging editing technologies into pedagogical frameworks.
Prior industry experience includes special effects work on major films like Dante’s Peak (1997), GO! (1999), and A Better Way to Die (2000) as a licensed pyrotechnic technician in Los Angeles. He maintains professional certifications as an Avid Media Composer and DaVinci Resolve trainer, leveraging this industry expertise in academic settings.
At Purdue since 2000, Chastain has evolved from stage technician to academic leader, editing landmark documentaries including Amelia Earhart: Romance of Flight and the 40th Anniversary of Computer Science at Purdue while developing the film studies program since 2004 through course creation in editing, cinematography, and live production. His dual roles bridge academic instruction with operational leadership in university media production.
