USC - MFA Film Production - Fall 2012

[vantheman1790]

No I didn't end up getting an interview even.. I attended the summer program at USC last summer and it's interesting bc they tell you it gives you an edge and everything so I woulda thought they would like to at least talk to me or interview me haha... I think I will resubmit new materials since they obviously didn't like something I submitted.

 

[Che Gray]

@vatheman1790 yeah that's too bad but to be honest getting into any film school is part talent and part luck. If your application falls into the hands of someone who has different tastes and experiences it works against you. What are you interesting in focusing on? Editing, Directing, Writing? Good luck with the reapplication!

 

[vantheman1790]

Yea I hear ya that's the part that is frustrating. I have excellent grades, a good resume, (I thought) well written samples, and good letters of rec (including one from my professor at SCA) so it really is confusing why I didn't even receive an interview.

Personally I'm toggling between a directing/cinematography emphasis, I had put cinematography for my app though and I submitted as my visual sample, my final project from my summer course there. I made no enemies there haha so I don't know what the deal is.

I called the admissions office and of course they can't discuss individual applications so I really will have no idea what I need to improve on for spring.

I'll just have to give it another shot in the dark I guess and hope for the best. Really the tough part is having to wait til end of October beginning of November to receive news. So tired of Waiting! haha

 

[Che Gray]

@vantheman1790 I really do wish you all the best. I think I have advice for you though I noticed that you didn't mention your personal statement that gives me the feeling that while you have everything on "paper" then maybe the problem was that you didn't dig in deep enough into who you are as a person. Maybe you rec should be someone who knows you only a deeply personal level so that the way you present yourself intimately will inform what kind of storyteller you are. Maybe the personal statement is what you'll want to focus on for this next time around.

 

[Skinner]

Hey Guys-
I went to USC today and sat in on a third semester production class and met up with my mentor. I met a few of the faculty and everyone was pretty cool. They introduced me as a guest who had just returned from Africa where I directed a feature documentary. Everyone thought I was previous alumni...lol...it gave me great insight on what to expect in the Spring. I'm flying back to NYC tomorrow, but can't wait to start this program. As someone who went to Columbia as an undergrad, USC's facilities makes Columbia's facilities look like that of a community college. Hands down. Absolutely the richest film school in the world.

 

[ffranks]

is it true that you have to prepare 4-8 hours and ACT in two scenes to be filmed in first semester 507??

 

[GnarDog]

Question, I applied for the program and haven't received rejection or admission. Are they still processing applications?

 

[Mexicanafilm]

vantheman1790 Don't give up! And I'm sure all of us will need help in any production outside or inside USC so...we should all keep in contact anyway. We never know what new door may open.

Speaking of which....did anyone ever start that facebook group?

 

[Josh Litman]

I can start one if you guys would like What should I call it?

 

[Mexicanafilm]

NICE! How about USC Film Production 2012-2013?

 

[loveleslie]

Hello everyone, has anyone here receivied information about the Admitted Graduate Student Day on Friday, March 30, 2012? Scince I am an international student from China, I cannot be present. So I wanna know if any of you can be there then, will you please keep in touch with me after the event and tell me something about something like Financial Aid, Fellowship and so on. Thank you very much!

 

[secret_riddle]

USC Film Production 2012-2013

https://www.facebook.com/groups/367344066620817/

Here's the group guys!

 

[JKL]

Originally posted by loveleslie:
Hello everyone, has anyone here receivied information about the Admitted Graduate Student Day on Friday, March 30, 2012? Scince I am an international student from China, I cannot be present. So I wanna know if any of you can be there then, will you please keep in touch with me after the event and tell me something about something like Financial Aid, Fellowship and so on. Thank you very much!

Hi Loveleslie, I'll be going and would gladly provide info about the event if you still need. If you can PM your e-mail or any other contact info, I'll keep in touch.

 

[Mexicanafilm]

Can you keep me updated too? I won't be able to attend either.

 

[Josh Litman]

Originally posted by secret_riddle:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">USC Film Production 2012-2013

https://www.facebook.com/groups/367344066620817/

Here's the group guys! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Ah, never mind then

 

[JKL]

Originally posted by Mexicanafilm:
Can you keep me updated too? I won't be able to attend either.

Sure! I just joined the FB group that Secret_Riddle started, and my name is James, if you want to keep in touch.

 

[Mexicanafilm]

cool!! I am Mayra. I'll keep in touch.

 

[loveleslie]

Originally posted by JKL:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by loveleslie:
Hello everyone, has anyone here receivied information about the Admitted Graduate Student Day on Friday, March 30, 2012? Scince I am an international student from China, I cannot be present. So I wanna know if any of you can be there then, will you please keep in touch with me after the event and tell me something about something like Financial Aid, Fellowship and so on. Thank you very much!

Hi Loveleslie, I'll be going and would gladly provide info about the event if you still need. If you can PM your e-mail or any other contact info, I'll keep in touch. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Thank you very much. My e-mail is shibowen19900418@hotmail.com and it is also my MSN. If you have QQ which is widely used by Chinese, that will be better, but the MSN is fine. My qq is 674755758. Thanks again!!

 

[HI FILM]

did anyone get rejection letter in US?

 

[psufilmgirl]

Hey guys-

I just remembered this place because some one PM'ed me. I'm in my third semester in the program.

Skinner-the doc class and faculty here are amazing. I'm in it right now and it's hands down my favorite experience at USC so far.

To those who got accepted-CONGRATS! Get ready for a wild ride.

To those who got rejected-if USC is what you really want, keep on it. I was rejected twice before I got accepted. Everything happens at the right time and for the right reasons and I'm a firm believer in that.

Anyway, I'm working at school now and I have free time, so if you have questions, I will hopefully remember to check back and answer what I can!

FIGHT ON!