life after film school

  1. Zeno (Columbia University MFA '24) on Inspired Storytelling and Unlocking Networking Opportunities (Part 2)

    Zeno (Columbia University MFA '24) on Inspired Storytelling and Unlocking Networking Opportunities (Part 2)

    Exclusively for our Supporting Members, this is the second part of our 1.5-hour interview with @Zeno, a film school coach, screenwriter, and director who works in New Mexico and Romania. In 2024, Zeno graduated from Columbia University School of the Arts with a Master of Fine Arts in...
  2. Zeno (Columbia University MFA '24) on Inspired Storytelling and Unlocking Networking Opportunities (Part 1)

    Zeno (Columbia University MFA '24) on Inspired Storytelling and Unlocking Networking Opportunities (Part 1)

    After earning his Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies from UC Santa Barbara in 2003, @Zeno undertook various projects in the industry that paved the way for him to attend Columbia University School of the Arts. In 2024, Zeno graduated from Columbia’s film program with a Master of Fine Arts in...
  3. Alexa P.

    Did you attend a for-profit film school (LA film school, New York Film Academy, Full Sail)? Share your experiences

    I'm researching an article about for-profit film schools, and I would love to include your experiences about the quality of instruction, atmosphere, and more. Your feedback helps our community of current and aspiring film school students make the most informed decisions possible about their...
  4. Alan Bye (Chapman University Dodge College of Film and Media Arts MFA'21) on Building a Career in Children's Animation Writing

    Alan Bye (Chapman University Dodge College of Film and Media Arts MFA'21) on Building a Career in Children's Animation Writing

    From early childhood, Alan Bye (@alanray) knew that he would end up working in film. The medium was always integral to his passions and way of life. Bye received his BA in Theory and Practice of Cinema with a specialization in Screenwriting from California State University Long Beach in 2019...
  5. Ashley Seering (Loyola Marymount University MFA’21) on Teaching the Art of Defying Stereotypes in Film

    Ashley Seering (Loyola Marymount University MFA’21) on Teaching the Art of Defying Stereotypes in Film

    Ashley Seering (@A248) graduated from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications and went on to have a successful freelance career. But something was missing. After years of creating films about farmers, skateboarders, and other people on the...
  6. Cheyton Jain (Chapman University Dodge College of Film and Media Arts MFA’20) on Breaking Into the Video Game Industry

    Cheyton Jain (Chapman University Dodge College of Film and Media Arts MFA’20) on Breaking Into the Video Game Industry

    Cheyton Jain (@jainismyname) earned his first film degree at San Francisco State University School of Cinema. His goal: pursue his love for arts and culture. After earning his Bachelor of Arts in Cinema, he moved back to his home city of Los Angeles and spent a few years scooping ice cream and...
  7. Alexa P.

    Calling ALL seasoned film school graduates: share your story with our community!

    If 2-3+ years have passed since you've graduated from film school, we want to hear from you! I'm creating a Life After Film School interview series to help FS.org community understand what life looks like after film school at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Take a look at our previous...
  8. oshanapte

    How hard is it for an international student to get freelance work after school?

    Hi, I am planning to apply to NYFA LA Campus for 1 year conservatory cinematography course. I plan to apply for an OPT visa right after college which will be valid for 1 year. So I would like to know about two things, I'd be glad if you can help me with those. I haven't yet applied due to these...
  9. mol31203

    After Film School - How Do You Feel?

    Hi guys, so this is my first post and though I haven't heard from any schools I applied to, I want to ask those who are still attending film schools/already graduated from some questions: 1. After graduating/while attending the school you're in, do you enjoy your time there? 2. Have you...

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