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    Attending (Admitted After Interview) AFI MFA PRODUCING- FALL 2026

    The process was pretty straightforward. I submitted my application on the day of the deadline, and my two references were a college professor and a director I had previously worked with. My interview was with two faculty members from the Producing program, and it felt more like a vibe check —...
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    Applied USC Peter Stark Producing Program

    Very well, the questions seem simple but it took about a week to really get my answers where I wanted them - Had to step back and be sure the application responses really painted a wholistic picture of myself.
  3. ryanv

    Admitted but Not Attending (After Interview) AFI PRODUCING MFA

    Straight forward application. Producer questions, pitch a film or series, intro video. Also an option to include a project that reflects your work. .
  4. B.MY.CINE

    Applied USC Peter Stark Producing Program

    It went well. The process was pretty simple. 10 short-answer essay questions, 3 references, and a video introduction essay were required. I worked on my essay questions early in the process to ensure they were ready.
  5. ryanv

    Denied (w/o Interview) USC SCA Peter Stark Producing Program

    2nd time applying so I was used to the process. Questions were very similar to last years. Worked with a tutor this time around. ........
    • ryanv
    • Application
    • producers program producing mfa
    • Comments: 2
    • Category: 2026 Fall Entry
  6. ryanv

    Attending (Admitted After Interview) UCLA - Producers Program

    Attended Producers Program info session two days prior to deadline, which gave a lot of insight from professors and current students. Application questions were self explanatory, but first time creating a treatment. Which was fun, but difficult to keep under 3 pages. Worked with a tutor.
  7. Emma Lai

    Interviewed USC Peter Stark Producing MFA program - 2025

    The USC Peter Stark Producing MFA program has a unique application process, requiring questionnaire responses instead of common materials like personal statement or statement of intent. Though it’s more challenging, I find it a better way to showcase personal qualities. The interview was...
  8. Emma Lai

    Interviewed Chapman MFA Film and Television Producing - 2025

    Chapman’s application requirements are relatively easier than others. For the Transformational Moment essay, strong storytelling matters more than filming skills or materials, so there’s still a chance to make a great video. I just had a nice interview—it felt like a casual chat about producers...
  9. ryanv

    Denied (w/o Interview) USC SCA Peter Stark Producing Program

    Clear and well rounded, in my opinion. Asked a lot of essay questions that were not only about your experience in the industry, but the individual as a whole. Although the questions were straight forward, I will say I took well over 2 months writing multiple drafts and getting various feedback...
  10. Emma Lai

    Interviewed AFI Conservatory MFA Producing Program- 2025

    I just finished the interview. I may not have performed my best, but I’m keeping my fingers crossed for the best outcome. Good Luck to all those applying.
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    Admitted (Off Waitlist After Interview) USC Peter Stark Producing Program - 2023

    The process was tough for me personally as I never anticipated going back to university. I found sending a letter of continued intent to be helpful when I was waitlisted. I think it's important to keep trying if it's truly what you want.
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    Admitted (After Interview) LMU - Film and TV Production

    I liked the application process as they did in a way test us through our submissions. The 5-minute video of either an interesting person, place, or object was fun to film. It was a bit lengthy but overall do able.
  13. divya512

    Admitted (w/o Interview) Chapman University MFA in Film and Television Producing

    It was okay I believe. Nothing too out of the ordinary except for the transformational moment video essay which I was editing up till the last minute. Their letter of motivation is limited to 500 words which I personally found a bit difficult because I prefer the 1000 word limit a lot better to...
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    Apply for producing program

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    Naval Officer planning on leaving in a year to pursue one of the MFA Programs at USC!

    Hi everyone! My name’s Jake! I’m currently an active duty Navy Public Affairs Officer stationed in Busan, South Korea. Right now I’m in the process of leaving active duty to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. I received my undergrad from USC and am hoping I can go back to get my MFA...
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  16. 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...
    • Alexa Pellegrini
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    • Category: Life After Film School
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    Admitted (After Interview) Columbia University - Creative Producing Fall 2022

    Columbia was my strongest application and my favorite from the start. My two page script was based off of a conversation I had had at my Uncle’s wedding and the first ten pages of screenplay were based on a Western I wrote with my screenwriting friend from Chapman.
  18. Alexa P.

    Best Producing program in the U.S.?

    Comment with your school of choice and WHY below. Be as detailed or as direct as you'd like. We're compiling a Best Film Schools listicle and need your input! We welcome opinions ONLY from current students, former students who attended for at least 2+ semesters, and alumni at U.S...
  19. audr3y

    Admitted (After Interview) CHAPMAN PRODUCING FALL 2022

    I think my Transformational moment essay is one of the best essays I have had to write for an application thus far! Got everything submitted on time! Now the waiting begins. When you schedule your interview they also give you an option to sign up for either a virtual or in-person "Interviewing...
    • audr3y
    • Application
    • chapman chapman 2022 film film & tv producing producing producing mfa
    • Comments: 5
    • Category: 2022 Fall Entry
  20. Z

    Admitted (After Interview) AFI Producing 2021


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