The interview went well, thankfully! Now's just a waiting game--the hardest part of the application process. Here are some specifics about the interview itself:
When I first got the email, they asked for my availability across the span of three different dates. I don't know how many people made it to the interview round, but it seemed like they were able to accommodate for everyone's schedules. I think it implies that there's not too many people in this final round (remember, they're looking to pick a close knit group of 12).
All interviews are about 10 minutes long. I was interviewed by the core faculty of the Writing for Screen and Stage program (three people in total). They are very familiar with your application when you are interviewed. Each faculty member asks you a different question. Their questions were quite in depth and catered to you as a writer, but here are the meat and potatoes of what I was asked:
- What is the purpose of writing and why do you write?
- What are your goals with writing and what are you working on/looking to create?
- What have you seen recently that has impacted you greatly?
- Do you have any questions?
They were focused on your vision as a writer. None of that logistical mumbo jumbo about paying for tuition and what you think about the school. Hope this helps ANYONE. I wish I had info about it prior, so I just want to pay it forward.
