USC Film Production for Fall 2011

[baba3288]

Hi guys, has anyone started preparing for the fall 2011 program on Film Directing / Production? If so, hop in and share with us how far you've managed to start. Because i am starting now. Not sure when the deadline will be for the 2011 class. USC website stated no later than December 1st. I wonder if this is for last year or the coming year.

 

[Insearchof_]

I am a production applicant. Currently, I have finished my portfolio list and I am working on my personal statement. If you look at the NYU thread you will find several others who have started the application process for 2011.

And yes, the dates listed on the USC website are the deadlines. I believe these deadlines don't change.

Are you applying to any other schools?

 

[VideoGuyATL]

I have started preparing. I am debating whether or not I want to take the GRE. I know it's not required anymore, but someone said it may help with scholarships sooooo...lol. I know that if I am accepted, I will need some scholarship money.

 

[Insearchof_]

I just checked USC updated website, and the rumor is half true.

The Peter Stark Producing Program and the Writing M.F.A will require applicants to take the GRE exam.

However, the Film Production program is safe. Thank God!

 

['K' Chang]

I'm a Peter Stark program applicant. It seems that not many people in this forum are talking about producing program. Is that true Peter Stark program requires GRE? I was studying, but dropped it to make myself focus on the application process. If it's required, I should at least take the exam, but I just can't see where USC website mentionin GRE is required.

And, I have another question.
Is pre-interview or tour required?
I'm in a different country.

I wish I could go there n have a tour or interview with some people in USC, but well... I live 6k miles away.

Please let me know if it's required for the producing program.

I am also into production, and I worked as a Program Director for a Television affiliate. But, now, I want to learn/experience different aspect of doing Film/Television. I mean.. as a Producer...

 

[Insearchof_]

Yes 'K' Chang, the Sparks Producing Program will require applicants to take the GRE exam. Here is the link: http://www-cntv.usc.edu/prospe...ation-procedures.htm

In regards to your second question... yes the producing program will also require an interview. However, if you are not able to conduct your interview in person, you can do it by phone.

Lastly, a tour of their facility is not require, so you can go about the whole application process without leaving Korea.

 

['K' Chang]

Thank you for the link, Insearchof!
They finally updated their website. I thought still admission info for 2010 was up. For 2010 admission, GRE wasn't required as you know.

Do you know what they would ask on the phone interview? I don't understand why they would wanna do the phone interview while I haven't done any of application process. Probably some typical questions...

It will be long journey... competitive... tough... well, I wish I could be in the U.S, and share all the info with people who are on the same page.

 

[VideoGuyATL]

Insearchof, are you going to take the GRE? Also, are you as nervous about your visual submission as I am? lol.

 

[Insearchof_]

To answer your question VideoGuyATL, I am not taking the GRE. I am still a student and along with classes, applying to grad school and making films, I will not have enough time to prepare for the exam. Also, out of the 5 schools I am applying to, none of them require the GRE.

And like you, I too am nervous about my visual submission. I plan to cut out a 5 minute scene from a 10 minute film I shot back in January. I believe the scene will be able to stand on its own. Personally though, I wish they would have extend the time limit or gotten rid of the visual submission altogether.

 

[lilat]

I've started working on the personal statement and the writing sample. I'm planning on take the GRE, I heard that it can help with financial aid. Maybe it's a little crazy, but rather than using any of my older stuff, I was thinking of shooting something new for the 5 minute visual submission. But I have a lot of old stuff I'm proud of too, so who knows? It makes me nervous too, but I'm more worried about the personal statement. I'm not one to really open up to people, so the idea of doing it on paper for a ton of strangers is a little freaky. :S

 

[One_Girl_Revolution]

I agree with Insearchof, I wish they got rid of the visual sample requirement and focused on personal statement and creative writing materials.

Hmm, I had a video I was thinking of submitting, but it is 27 seconds longer than what they are asking for. I guess it's back to the editing room when I head back to school.

There was something I was a bit confused about. They did not ask for a dvd but a URL. Meaning I can just send them a link from you tube?

 

[Insearchof_]

I don't think they would mind that your visual submission is over 27 seconds, especially if it's credits.

And yes, they want us to submit our visual submission online. The only thing the want us to mail is our transcripts.

 

[One_Girl_Revolution]

Originally posted by Insearchof_:
To answer your question VideoGuyATL, I am not taking the GRE. I am still a student and along with classes, applying to grad school and making films, I will not have enough time to prepare for the exam. Also, out of the 5 schools I am applying to, none of them require the GRE.

And like you, I too am nervous about my visual submission. I plan to cut out a 5 minute scene from a 10 minute film I shot back in January. I believe the scene will be able to stand on its own. Personally though, I wish they would have extend the time limit or gotten rid of the visual submission altogether.

Other than USC and Columbia, which schools are you applying to?


LMU is the only one that requires a GRE. I signed up for the GRE practice test at University of Hawaii to see how I do. I am studying for that test while working on essays for applications. Depending on how well I do on the practice GRE, I will decide if I will go through with the LMU admissions process.

 

[Insearchof_]

Originally posted by One_Girl_Revolution:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Insearchof_:
To answer your question VideoGuyATL, I am not taking the GRE. I am still a student and along with classes, applying to grad school and making films, I will not have enough time to prepare for the exam. Also, out of the 5 schools I am applying to, none of them require the GRE.

And like you, I too am nervous about my visual submission. I plan to cut out a 5 minute scene from a 10 minute film I shot back in January. I believe the scene will be able to stand on its own. Personally though, I wish they would have extend the time limit or gotten rid of the visual submission altogether.

Other than USC and Columbia, which schools are you applying to?


LMU is the only one that requires a GRE. I signed up for the GRE practice test at University of Hawaii to see how I do. I am studying for that test while working on essays for applications. Depending on how well I do on the practice GRE, I will decide if I will go through with the LMU admissions process. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>


Other than the two you mentioned, I will be applying to NYU, UCLA and AFI.

When are you taking the practice test? And if all goes according to plan, when do you figure you'll be taking the actual exam?

 

[Insearchof_]

Are you allowed to send your GRE scores after the December 1st deadline?

 

[One_Girl_Revolution]

You have to ask the school. LMU's deadline is February.

 

[R. Sid]

Anyone who has finished applying for fall 2011? Postmark deadline is Dec 1st right?

 

[Gordino]

Everyone get their apps in on time? Just got mine submitted this morning.

Now begins the long wait where I second guess my choices

 

[FilmClassicGirl]

Gordino, I sent my application off a couple of weeks ago. SO glad that part is over. As for the waiting, I don't think it'll be as long a wait as we think. Just try to forget about it

Good luck!!

 

[M Dawg]

When's the latest we can send in our application? I know the deadline is tomorrow, but like what's the cut-off? Tomorrow noon? Tomorrow midnight? EST? PST?