The Los Angeles Film School

This is where your story begins

This Is Where Your Story Begins

Degrees in Animation, Audio, Entertainment Business, Film, Graphic Design, Media Communications, Music Production, and Writing for Film & TV.

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Explore Your Campus

Seasonal    2 hours

FALL CAMPUS
OPEN HOUSE

Tour our Hollywood campus, see our studios and creative spaces come to life through live demonstrations, get hands-on with the professional equipment our students use every day, and meet the creative community you’ll be joining.

On Demand   Interactive

ONLINE PROGRAMS
WEBINAR

Our on-demand interactive webinar provides prospective students with details about our online programs, student TechKits®, virtual classrooms, scholarships and more!

Mon – Friday Daily   1 hour

DAILY
TOURS

Check out where the magic happens. Our film stages, recording studios, animation labs and our 300-seat theatre are there for you to see, plus so much more.

Bi-weekly   1 hour

VIRTUAL
OPEN HOUSE

A digital experience designed to give you a view of what life as a student with us looks like, whether you’re joining us on Sunset Boulevard or learning from across the globe.

Introducing The 2026 Spotlight Academy

Spotlight Academy

The Spotlight Academy recognizes the sustained and significant accomplishments of our alumni who have made exceptional contributions to the entertainment arts, including film, television, music, audio, gaming and media industries. Our legacy lives on through the distinguished alumni who have excelled in their fields and thrive in creative environments.

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Cynthia Hernandezgarcia

LA Film School animation alum Cynthia Hernandezgarcia has built an impressive career spanning DreamWorks, DreamEast Pictures, Netflix, and Nickelodeon. Starting as an intern in China in 2017, she quickly rose through the ranks, eventually managing productions for beloved Nickelodeon series like The Casagrandes and Fairly Odd Parents: A New Wish, and serving as production manager for Netflix's The Soccer Football Movie.

Lane Cheek

Emmy-winning film and television executive producer Lane Cheek has had a lifelong love of movies, escaping in their stories and characters and wondering how the story could’ve continued had it not been limited to just a standard 90-minute running time.

Brandon Harding

With studio credits that include some of today’s biggest hits, there’s a good chance that GRAMMY award-winning recording engineer Brandon Harding’s work has found its way to more than one of your music playlists over the past few years.

The 2013 Los Angeles Film School Recording Arts Program graduate’s studio credits include albums and hit singles for top artists like Beyoncé, Justin Bieber, Mary J. Blige,  Ne-Yo, Pharrell Williams, Rihanna, The Dream, T.I. Usher, and others.

Mario J. Novoa

From early work in high school theater to mentorship through Film Independent and his studies at The Los Angeles Film School, Mario built a foundation rooted in authenticity, collaboration, and purpose. Today, through Film Bliss Studios, he continues to tell impactful stories that center diverse and LGBTQ+ voices while mentoring the next generation of filmmakers.
The Los Angeles Film School

Our Programs

At The L.A. Film School, Hollywood is your classroom. We believe that true learning happens when you’re directly engaged with the craft. That’s why our curriculum is built around real-world industry workflows and taught by industry experienced professionals. It’s about doing the work, building the skills, and creating the professional network you need to succeed. To us, your success is the measure of our mission, and your impact is our legacy. Discover how our degree programs can help you begin your journey.

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Annual Film School Guide
2026
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IN NORTH AMERICA
2025
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Top Online College
2025

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