Act One was founded in 1999 by a group of Christian entertainment professionals with a shared vision for widespread cultural change through film and television. It was originally conceived as a ministry at a Christian church in Hollywood before becoming an independent nonprofit in 2004. Act One’s church ministry roots are reflected today in its unwavering devotion to the truth, goodness, and beauty of the Gospel. Over the past 20 years, Act One has grown into a robust organization with more than 100 faculty members, over 1,000 program alumni, and a host of high-quality training programs and events designed to empower Christian content creators to create powerful works of art for worldwide audiences. Award-winning writers and producers guide our high-end, leading-edge programs and events and serve to support the life and careers of our alumni. In 2021, Act One became a part of the work and ministry of Mastermedia International.