Alan Bloom is a Professor specializing in film and video production in the Department of Television, Film and Media Studies at California State University, Los Angeles, College of Arts and Letters. He has been a university professor for 43 years, with his tenure at Cal State LA beginning in 1981 (with a two-year leave from 1982-1984 to work as Program Director at The American Film Institute). Prior to joining Cal State LA, he taught at Temple University, West Virginia State College, and California College of Arts and Crafts. Professor Bloom's research interests focus on film and video production, with particular emphasis on documentary filmmaking and music videos. His work often explores socio-political issues, education, human rights, healthcare, and developments in film and video production techniques. He integrates his production work with teaching, using student crews for approximately 80% of his projects to provide real-world experience and networking opportunities. His creative approach emphasizes color and visual texture as lenses on performance quality and dreamlike spaces. Throughout his career, Bloom has created more than 300 films and video tapes, collaborating with notable artists including Bobby McFerrin, Peter Pucci, Edward James Olmos, John Wesley Harding, Kristin Hersh, and LaVar Burton. His recent work has focused on documentary shorts for faculty awards at Cal State LA, public service campaigns related to workplace safety and environmental issues, and music videos for various artists. His productions have been distributed through channels including The Learning Channel, PBS, and multiple international broadcast networks. Professor Bloom has been actively involved with the CSU Summer Arts program from 1986-2005, creating intensive hands-on workshops for graduate and advanced undergraduate students in professional 35mm motion picture production. These programs attracted sponsorship from major entertainment industry companies including Kodak, Fuji, Panavision, Sony, Warner Bros., and others. His teaching approach emphasizes unique learning situations and high-intensity practical experiences that bridge academic study with professional practice.