Chris Jenkins

Chris Jenkins is a Professor and Head of Production in the Department of Film and Media Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He holds a Master's degree in Documentary Film & Video from Stanford University and a Bachelor's in Fine Arts from the University of Wyoming, with additional experience as a United Nations Volunteer in East Africa and an Ambassadorial Scholar in Chile. His work spans award-winning documentaries for Netflix, PBS, and Sundance, and he is a recipient of the Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship.

Education:

• Masters in Documentary Film & Video, Stanford University
• Bachelor's of Fine Arts in Bronze Sculpture and Oil Painting, University of Wyoming
• Photography studies as an Ambassadorial Scholar, Universidád de Concepción, Chile

Research Interests: Jenkins specializes in documentary production, animation, cinematography, and environmental media. His work emphasizes hands-on filmmaking, blending theoretical foundations with practical skills such as lighting for the moving image and digital activism. Courses like GreenScreen and Crew Production reflect his commitment to immersive, industry-relevant education.

Awards:

• 2024 Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship

Advising & Grants: Jenkins co-teaches Crew Production, a competitive course where students develop scripts into films with industry professionals. He mentors through initiatives like the Coastal Media Project, which screens environmental documentaries at festivals. No specific grants are mentioned in the provided materials.

Labs/Teams: Active in the Coastal Media Project, which integrates environmental education and filmmaking, and oversees film productions that connect theory with practice.