directing

  1. J

    Applied AFI Directing - Fall 2024

    Pretty straightforward application. My short took much more time than anticipated. I was done with adding minute changes to edit before the deadline approached. Essays were also straightforward. I have a bachelors and masters degree in engineering and currently working in the US (but applying as...
  2. G

    Applied USC Film and Television Production MFA

    PSA: start your applications early. I'd been thinking about applying for years, and still found myself scrambling at the last minute to get my materials in. USC app is even one of the easier mfa apps
  3. P

    Denied (w/o Interview) Chapman Film Production/Directing MFA - 2024

    The process was smooth, I had materials from the other applications that overlapped and made this an easy choice as another submissioon. I enjoy that Chapman lets you upload as many narrative short films that you have completed.
  4. A

    Admitted but Not Attending (w/o Interview) USC MFA Film and Television Production

    I found the process really fun! It has the most requirements from any film school, but I really enjoyed the prompts and variety of the application. The short video was difficult to get right (thanks, millennial pause lol) but I got there in the end. I found the creative sample of writing a...
  5. DJPorras89

    Denied (w/o Interview) UCLA - Directing/Film Production MFA - Fall 2024

    This application was quite intensive, especially since there were a number of supplemental materials needed for it. This program also has the earliest deadline so be sure to work on this one as early as possible! I only decided to apply about a month out and it was definitely challenging!
  6. prodigalsun

    Attending (Admitted After Interview) UCLA Production/Directing MFA

    I struggled with writing the SOP and Personal Statement. I found this application to be a lot less "fun" than other ones (i.e. USC). But I am happy with what I was finally able to produce. I'm glad I gave myself a lot of time to brainstorm, edit, brainstorm, edit, on and on.
  7. prodigalsun

    Chapman Directing Emphasis 2024 MFA

    Hey! I haven't found a thread for Chapman 2024 MFA Directing so I thought I would start one!
  8. P

    Denied (w/o Interview) USC Film Production MFA - 2024

    Went very well, spent a lot of time preparing materials and like the short I submitted. Really enjoyed doing the supplementary materials. A lot of overlap with other applications.
  9. W

    Applying both USC and AFI - Is it ok to use the same media sample?

    Hey guys, so I am applying to both USC and AFI for the Fall 2024 semester with an emphasis on directing. I had shot a several short films over the past few years but the one that I am the most satisfied with is a rather longer one (15mins). As I was just looking at USC's media sample...
  10. P

    Denied (w/o Interview) AFI Directing - 2024

    I have been preparing all of my materials since the beginning of the year, even before the prompt was released. I'm so glad I spent so much time on them as I'm super proud and happy with both my short films, personal statement, and other supplemental materials.
  11. F

    AFI Conservatory 2024 Directing

    Hi I am Francis and I am applying for AFI directing this year. Nice to meet y'all.
  12. T

    Effective Personal Statements

    Hello all! I'm looking for examples of effective personal statements. I've read virtually every piece of advice about being yourself, staying honest to your voice, not trying to win anyone over, etc. but I would really love to see some essay examples that have successfully worked in the past...
  13. The_Witch

    Applied NFTS - Directing Fiction 2024

    A long waiting period with very little information offered to applicants about the status of their application. A few people have been invited to interviews. I haven't received one.
  14. C

    Admitted (After Interview) USC Film and TV Production BFA 2023

    The application process wasn't too bad! I worked on my application over a one month span, including making my film sample. Waiting for their decision was definitely the hardest part.
  15. jc722

    Denied (w/o Interview) USC- Directing/Film Production MFA

    Pretty straightforward application. Outside of the personal statement and creative portfolio list, they only wanted a short essay on collaboration experience, a short writing sample, a 30-60 second video introduction, and one 5 minute film.
  16. R

    Attending (Admitted After Interview) UCLA - MFA Directing/Film Production

    The application is short and straightforward. Maximize what you can in that space. The interview was also short, but very pleasant. The professors I spoke with were very nice and the conversation was very natural. Overall, no complaints.
  17. M

    NFTS 2024 - Directing Fiction Applications

    ♫ Here I go again [not] on my own ♫ ♫ Going down the only road I've ever known ♫ Attempt number 4.... when will it stop? 😅
  18. E

    Attending (Admitted After Interview) UGA - Fall 2023

    It has been going well I believe! Shared a google drive document with hyperlinks to portfolio films and other supplemental materials. Writing sample was an extended version of a short I started making specifically for graduate applications. I figured, plenty of other shorts have been later made...
  19. APANELLI

    Waitlisted (After Interview) Columbia Film MFA 2023

    Pretty good but I've been waitlisted and I don't really know the chance I have to get in. I thought I had a great interviews. The interviewers were fascinated by me, but apparently not enough.
  20. R

    Denied (w/o Interview) UT-Austin - Film Production

    Basically just silence until I got the rejection. Pretty straightforward process, but kind of underwhelming? Seems like they really lean toward experienced candidates, but of course I have not heard that from them.

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