AFI Directing 2022

[user1234]

Is it Isabella Issa? She is one of my interviewers too.

And I've heard that the interviewers would probably be poker face. Is that true? I'm a little bit nervous.

From my experience, they weren’t at all poker face! I initially thought this too! But they were super sweet and complimentary.

 

[user1234]

I don't think you should worry about their faces to be honest. If you read about other interviews people who have gotten in said they didn't think their interview went that well and some people who felt like they had a great interview ended up not getting in. So I'd say just show them who you are and do the best you can and try not to stress about it too hard. Just take some notes a few days before reminding yourself why you chose film and what you want to create

Completely agree! I think it’s also about the fact that they are trying to create a class of fellows. So it comes down to some things that are completely out of our control and has very little about our abilities and more to do with admissions making sure they have an array of different voices.

 

[colbarrios]

Yeah they were really kind. No need to worry imo

 

[colbarrios]

Is it Isabella Issa? She is one of my interviewers too.

And I've heard that the interviewers would probably be poker face. Is that true? I'm a little bit nervous.

I think it was, yeah.

 

[colbarrios]

also I just wish I didn’t have to wait so long for a response lol, but it is what it is I guess.

 

[loon]

Ah, now I'm wondering if I should've written more. I tried to do what I did with my app and tell a story But my reason for wanting/needing the scholarship is very straightforward and kind of difficult for me to talk about, so I didn't want to indulge or sugarcoat it. I think if you write something compelling, it doesn't matter how long/short it is, as long as it's not a throwaway two-sentences or something. Personal opinion

This all makes sense! Yes, I tried to do what I did with my app and tell a story too. But I agree, if it's compelling then length doesn't matter. I get the sense they are looking for more straight forward responses about our financial situation and how a scholarship will help. Thank you!!

 

[inadash]

I don't think you should worry about their faces to be honest. If you read about other interviews people who have gotten in said they didn't think their interview went that well and some people who felt like they had a great interview ended up not getting in. So I'd say just show them who you are and do the best you can and try not to stress about it too hard. Just take some notes a few days before reminding yourself why you chose film and what you want to create

You're right. Thanks

 

[simon_g]

hey all, i had my interview today for cinematography with Stephen and Denise Brassard. It went well, but it was incredibly short, 20 minutes. they were very casual and conversational, i had a clumsy answer to one of Denise's questions, but i think we all laughed it off, otherwise very pleasant

 

[Chris W]

Glad your interview went well! Don't forget to add your application too the database when you can!

 

[user1234]

hey all, i had my interview today for cinematography with Stephen and Denise Brassard. It went well, but it was incredibly short, 20 minutes. they were very casual and conversational, i had a clumsy answer to one of Denise's questions, but i think we all laughed it off, otherwise very pleasant

Congrats! Now for the month long wait

 

[JustArt]

Hello everyone!

Congratulations to everyone that has received the interview email. Does anyone have any idea when they stop sending interview emails in general?
Thank you

 

[JustArt]

Not really I have seen a lot of directing applicants who got notified from the 25th of January to the 8th of February, so there is still chance.
I say we should be patient for at least 2 more weeks, if after 2 weeks they don’t notify, then you can start making conclusions…. But again, never lose hope, some applicants are accepted without interviews.

Hello, you mean the AfI accepts students even without an interview? Do you mind explaining this last sentence? Thank you

 

[krbee]

Had my interview yesterday! It was really casual, honestly more of a conversation with a few questions throughout. I was asked what I could bring to projects that maybe don't align with what I usually like to explore, as a couple of the cycle films directors don't get to write, what I'd want my first and then second features to be, and about me outside of film. Then just a lot of talk about the kinds of films I want to make, what I like to explore, and it was with Andrew Wagner and Damiana, an alumni.

 

[Bergmanbaby]

Had my interview yesterday! It was really casual, honestly more of a conversation with a few questions throughout. I was asked what I could bring to projects that maybe don't align with what I usually like to explore, as a couple of the cycle films directors don't get to write, what I'd want my first and then second features to be, and about me outside of film. Then just a lot of talk about the kinds of films I want to make, what I like to explore, and it was with Andrew Wagner and Damiana, an alumni.

How long did it run?

 

[krbee]

How long did it run?

It was a little over 40 minutes!

 

[erikwolfman]

Had my interview yesterday! It was really casual, honestly more of a conversation with a few questions throughout. I was asked what I could bring to projects that maybe don't align with what I usually like to explore, as a couple of the cycle films directors don't get to write, what I'd want my first and then second features to be, and about me outside of film. Then just a lot of talk about the kinds of films I want to make, what I like to explore, and it was with Andrew Wagner and Damiana, an alumni.

Sounds like it went well! Mine is tomorrow and I feel like I'm going to throw up all day today, but am looking forward to it!

 

[loon]

Had my interview yesterday! It was really casual, honestly more of a conversation with a few questions throughout. I was asked what I could bring to projects that maybe don't align with what I usually like to explore, as a couple of the cycle films directors don't get to write, what I'd want my first and then second features to be, and about me outside of film. Then just a lot of talk about the kinds of films I want to make, what I like to explore, and it was with Andrew Wagner and Damiana, an alumni.

I had them too! They were super friendly and made me feel very comfortable. I agree it was more of a conversation, and they asked great questions. I got the sense they were rooting for me the whole time and really liked my application...though I feel like they were disappointed with the interview. Not sure, possibly just in my head about it. I wish I asked more questions at the end but I sort of froze. Best of luck!!

 

[Nidhi Kamath]

Hi all, I had written to AFI few days ago and they said the interviews will go till 1st week of March. So let’s be hopeful that we will get an interview call too.

I am just curious do they interview all candidates or just who make it to the 2nd round ?

And if so everyone’s results come on the same day ? Or those who don’t get interviewed are informed before ?

 

[mandrewvi]

Hi all, I had written to AFI few days ago and they said the interviews will go till 1st week of March. So let’s be hopeful that we will get an interview call too.

I am just curious do they interview all candidates or just who make it to the 2nd round ?

And if so everyone’s results come on the same day ? Or those who don’t get interviewed are informed before ?

I think they meant scheduled interviews will go till the 1st week of March, but I could be wrong. The admission decisions come out on March 14th so I don't think they would be interviewing people within a two week window.

 

[JustArt]

Hello everyone!

Congratulations to everyone that has received the interview email. Does anyone have any idea when they stop sending interview emails in general?
Thank you

EDIT: I already got an answer to this so nvm. Cheers!