My Philosophy:
“Media productions must be Biblically and theologically informed so as to accurately and truthfully reflect the real order of things. Whether dealing with a subject matter that is purely informational, or a topic that is deeply transformational, it must be uniquely Christian in its presentation so that the message, as well as process, will bring God glory.”
Experience:
I have been involved in media production for nearly 20 years. I graduated from the Moody Bible Institute in 1993 with a B.A. in Communications and from Northern Illinois University in 2003 with a M.A. in Communications with a focus on Historical Documentary Filmmaking.
My thesis was a 1-hour documentary entitled: SAVE THEM! THE LIFE OF PAUL RADER which won Best Documentary at the 2003 WYSIWYG Film Festival and received a “Commendation for Artistic Filmmaking” from the Golden Gate Film Festival 2003.
I was employed by the Moody Bible Institute from 1993 till 2010. During that time I was involved in both radio production for Moody Radio and classroom instruction for the MBI Communications Department.
“Paul Butler is an excellent producer and teacher of broadcasting. He has an ability to clearly illustrate examples of the faith in a way that is relevant and engaging to today’s audience. He has also mentored many students who have excelled in radio ministry careers as a direct result of his teaching. I have enjoyed having him as a colleague. ”
- Jamie Janoz, Chair of the MBI Communications Department
On two different occasions I taught Radio Production courses internationally, in Guatemala (2003) and Ghana (2006). In 2008 I wrote a chapter for the “Moody Handbook of Preaching” (Moody Press) entitled: “Using Technology to Enhance the Sermon.”
Over the last 2 years I have produced more than 350 short features (7 to 8 minutes) for Moody Radio’s Prime Time America program which was heard on 330 stations across the Moody Radio Network (click here for a few samples).
Features were on a wide variety of topics including family life, Christian living, creation science, history, and biographies.
I have also had the privilege of producing a number of long-format documentaries as well as live events, including concerts and special programs.
“Paul Butler is a first-rate feature producer! His stories are clear and reasoned, and always maintain a healthy balance between guest and interviewer. ”
- Greg Wheatley, Host of Moody Radio’s PRIME TIME AMERICA program
