L.A. Film School

Advantages of Going to Film School

If you are someone who believes in the value of a bachelor’s or associates degree, then going to film school (or even a four-year college) is a good way to fulfill your personal and professional goals. We understand not everyone feels that way. Some students prefer to learn from online video resources and take the no film school route. The no film school path does take tremendous self-discipline and may take longer than opting for a more traditional approach through college. If you don’t want to earn your college degree, there are online resources that offer training certificates.
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Community Support Resources During COVID-19

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This is a difficult time for so many people and industries. A little help goes a long way, and we are here to share support during this pandemic. We hope you can find clarity in the small wins that guide us through our new daily lives.
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Emily Durkin is a Filmmaking Powerhouse

To conclude our celebration of Women's History Month, we shine the spotlight on Emily Durkin—L.A. Film staff member Emily was born in Waco, Texas and raised in Eudora, Kansas. After moving back to Waco, she graduated from Baylor University…
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Graphic Design Students Win American Advertising Awards

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Photo via National American Advertising Awards 7 Graphic Design Students Compete at the Los Angeles ADDYS The American Advertising Awards (ADDYs) are the Super Bowl of the advertising field. Every year, it draws 35,000 entries to local…
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10 Study Tips for Maximizing Online Learning

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The shift from graduating high school to starting college can be jarring. There will be new challenges and opportunities ahead, and we are here to help you prepare for your higher education journey. One unique aspect of your college admissions…
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Film & TV Trivia Game: Alumni Edition

Someone Give These Two Their Own Show https://youtu.be/Wp_5VAxfkbE Before the last alumni mixer, we asked two alumni panelists to answer some Film & TV trivia questions. To raise the stakes, we set up a bowl with more questions…
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Lost Transmissions Red Carpet Q&A

Juno Temple on the red carpet at the Lost Transmissions Screening at The L.A. Film School The L.A. Film School and Jeff Goldsmith present Lost Transmissions Screening and Q&A. This film is about Hannah (Juno Temple), a shy…
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Movie Terminology Our Instagram Followers Are Curious About

Industry Insider: Movie Terminology Movie terminology is inside baseball for most filmmakers and crews. As a film student, you should know basic movie terms even if they aren’t widely used on set. When we asked our  L.A. Film School…
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