Megan Frieling is not afraid to tackle life’s most challenging topics. Through film, she addresses life’s toughest issues, including loneliness, depression, suicide and social pressure, while weaving in the hope of Christ.
Frieling, who is studying broadcasting, digital media and journalism at Cedarville University, believes that faith-based films are rising in popularity and that now is her opportunity to showcase her faith by telling stories of hope during difficult times. The junior from Cedarville, Ohio, is already making her mark as a young filmmaker. She produced the short film “Centennial,” which won Cedarville’s Elliv film competition last year. Her portfolio covers a range of genres, from lighthearted comedies to more serious, thought-provoking films.
As she continues to grow in her filmmaking career, Frieling is committed to creating films that resonate with everyday people. She strives to communicate messages of faith in a way that is accessible and engaging for all audiences.
“I want to create films that all would want to watch,” said Frieling. “My favorite films aren’t Christian movies, but they do have faith-based values.”
While Frieling continues to produce thought-provoking movies, she believes film is a powerful tool for sparking change and is passionate about using her talents to make a difference.
Cedarville University, an evangelical Christian institution in southwest Ohio, offers undergraduate and graduate programs across arts, sciences, and professional fields. With 6,384 students, it ranks among Ohio's largest private universities and is recognized by the Wall Street Journal as being among the nation’s top three evangelical universities. Cedarville is also known for its vibrant Christian community, challenging academics, and high graduation and retention rates. Learn more at cedarville.edu.