I went from crew work to doing a short MFA-style course abroad, and it honestly opened more doors than I expected—mostly through connections and a few small labs.
The actual degree wasn’t as important as the people and projects I got involved with. While figuring all that out, I even stumbled...
I moved from LA to a smaller market too, and something that helped me stay active was checking local casting calls regularly. You’d be surprised how often a solid film industry audition pops up. It’s been a good way to meet other indie folks and find projects that align with what I'm into.
and guys...when I was researching options, I came across the Prague Film Institute—they offer some great programs in production design and have a pretty welcoming vibe for international students. You can check it out here: https://www.praguefilminstitute.cz.
oh..hi...I know it can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like there are fewer MFA programs specifically for production design. But remember, every application is a learning experience, so keep your head up!
Connecting with current students through forums or social media can also...
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