Kevin Hanson, M.F.A.
Head of the Division of Film Studies; Associate ProfessorPhone: (801) 581-5127
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Kevin became Head of the Division of Film Studies in February of 2007. Kevin’s teaching career has included teaching Film production at Wright State University, Ohio University, and the University of Utah and teaching history/theory courses for the Masters of Professional Communication program at Westminster College. He began his teaching career as an NEA Artist in the Schools and recently finished a term as Director of Graduate Studies for the U’s Film Division. He holds a B.A. in Fine Arts from Westminster College and an M.F.A. in Art (filmmaking) from the University of Utah.
Kevin brings an eclectic mix of professional film credits to the position including video production work for business and industry, promotional videos for arts, management, and high tech organizations, as well as narrative and documentary production credits. He is currently completing Colours, a digital video documentary that focuses on innovative teaching and the creative processes at The Children’s Dance Theatre, the performing arm of the U’s Virginia Tanner Creative Dance Program.