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Career Development Presents: Crafty Apes & How to Interview for a Studio Job

Join Career Development for a conversation with Melissa Blakey, studio recruiter from Crafty Apes! Melissa will talk about best interview practices and how to prepare for a meeting at the studio you want to work for. She'll also be discussing how to best answer questions and come out looking like the perfect candidate. Crafty Apes has done VFX on notable films like Spider-Man: No Way Home, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, and Jumanji, as well as numerous TV shows and more. They have studios in Los Angeles, New York, Baton Rouge, Atlanta, and Montreal.

CTS Presents… Pride Month!

In celebration of Pride month, we would like for you to join us ON-CAMPUS for an insightful conversation on LGBTQ+ student life with LAFS alumni. Our special guests, Jessica Young and Manny Rivas, will be sharing their experiences on how they overcame personal challenges to achieve academic success.

Social Media Club Meeting

Join Social Media Club! The next meeting will be held on Thursday, June 16th at 4pm PST/ 7pm EST. We will also discuss social media trends and projects currently being worked on. 

If you have any questions, please contact Brandi Parigian at bparigian@lafilm.edu

Q+mmunity- Pride Game Night!

Come join us for a night of playing games, having fun, and celebrating pride!

Students check your email or Connect for link to join!

LARS Live: Summer Vibes

Student artists from online programs as well as rooftop performances from our local L.A. students will be showcased as we kick off the summer! 

LAFS Theatre Rewind: Barrier Breakers- Alumni Chat with Evelyn Brito, Bodega Makeover

In conjunction with Hispanic Heritage + Latinx Month, we hosted a virtual conversation with LAFS Alumna Evelyn Brito! Catch this replay to hear all about Evelyn’s experiences, from getting her foot in the door after graduating to creating and executive producing her own show. We’ll also talk about how she’s giving back to the community through The Bodega Makeover Project.

The Barrier Breakers event series highlights writers, filmmakers, executives, music industry professionals and entertainment icons - who not only excel in their industry but continue to pave the way for others by fighting for diversity, inclusion and representation.

Career Development Presents: Breaking Into Virtual/Augmented Reality Careers

Join Career Development on June 29th at 11am PT to hear panelists from Oculus (Meta), Genies, Inc. and more talk about breaking into Virtual and Augmented Reality careers. What skill sets are needed? What additional training do you need to prepare you for the Metaverse? And can today's skill sets be adapted to VR/AR skill sets? Find out what companies are looking for in today's and tomorrow’s Metaverse. Ryan Genji Thomas, a producer from Oculus (Meta), Jose M. Andres Martin, Head of CG at Genies, Inc. and more talk about the present and the future of VR/AR careers with moderator Joffery Black and host Santosh Oommen.

LAFS Career Development Presents A&R Zoe Young – How To Break Into The Music Industry!

Career Development is bringing you the A&R responsible for breaking artists like French Montana, BIA, Blac Youngsta, DDG, and more! With over 15 years in the entertainment industry, including serving as the former VP of A&R at Epic Records, Zoe has learned what it takes to set yourself apart and showcase your talents. Join us for this virtual industry panel as Zoe gives you tips, advice, and strategies on how you can break into today's Music Industry! Not only will you gain a multitude of knowledge, but you will also have the opportunity to have your music played live in front of one of the most prominent A&Rs in the Music Industry! RSVP & SUBMIT your music today!

Independence Day

Campus closed in observance of Independence Day. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!

LAFS Theatre Rewind: Let’s Get Real About Representation in TV and Film

Let’s talk about authentic representation in storytelling. Many TV writer’s rooms don’t always accurately reflect the diverse world that surrounds them. In addition to that, the character profile and storylines on these shows are often inauthentic and don’t accurately represent the culture in which the character is supposed to be a part of.

We’re proud to speak with a few Hispanic + Latinx writers who are focused on elevating authentic, accurate and intentional representation in Film & TV. This accomplished group of writers and producers have worked on multi-award winning and nominated shows including Snowfall, Private Practice, East Los High, Diary of a Future President and more.

Moderated by Angelica Figuero
Panelists Include: Danny Fernandez, Sal Calleros, and Maria Escobedo

Barrier Breakers with Marlon Rivas, Moderated by Program Director of Animation, Joffery Black

Join us for a conversation with animation alumnus Marlon Rivas! Moderated by LAFS Animation Program Director, Joffery Black. They will chat about Marlon’s career as an AE Compositor, 3D Modeler, Tracking Artist, Rotoscopy and Character Rigger. 
We will explore Marlon’s trajectory from the Military to his work on Aquaman to Where The Crawdads Sing, and his most recent work on Avatar 3: The Way of Water. You won’t want to miss it!
Marlon’s other credits include: Westworld, Spider-Man: Far From Home, Stranger Things, Fast & Furious: Hobbs & Shaw and more!

LAFS Career Development Presents How to Thrive in an Animation Career

 Award-winning director, writer, animator, and Disney Imagineer Jacob Patrick is joining LAFS for an in-depth interview you won’t want to miss. From humble beginnings to highly sought-after animator and storyteller, don’t miss the chance to get valuable industry insight, tips, and advice from Jacob and connect with fellow LAFS animators! 

Jacob Patrick has been an animator since 2003, on projects such as Marvel: Ultimate Alliance, Horton Hears A Who, God of War II, Batman, Arkham Asylum, and I am Legend. He’s also worked on effects for Speed Racer, Men in Black, Oz the Great and Powerful, Arrow, The Flash and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales. Jacob is currently a Senior Visual Effects Designer at Disney Imagineering! 

See you on Zoom!

LAFS Clubs Summer Hang Out

Explore the opportunities waiting when you join a student club! 

This summer we invite you to find organizations that interest you and participate in games where you can win prizes! 
There are over 10 student clubs where you can meet like-minded students and new friends. You’ll benefit from the community and have some fun. We hope to see you there!

Library Orientation Webinar

Want to learn about the Library? The Library Staff are excited to announce a monthly live training event to learn more about the Library and how to access some of the resources needed for your educational and professional development. RSVP in advance to receive a confirmation email containing the event details and invite link. See you there!  

More Info at: https://connect.lafilm.edu/library-live/

CreatorUp Virtual Hiring Event

Calling all creators! LAFS is thrilled to invite you to a virtual pop-up Hiring Event this Thursday, July 14 at 3pm PST with innovative production agency, CreatorUp! CreatorUp is a content creation platform and Marketplace that aims to level the video production playing field for all - and they are coming exclusively to Los Angeles Film School to meet with grads and share open opportunities within their network. Learn about jobs, the application process, and meet directly with CreatorUp's Director of Network, Nathalie Harewood! See you Thursday on Zoom!

July 2022 Campus Graduation Ceremony

We are excited to announce our Campus Graduation Ceremony for the July 2022 class! Please join us in celebrating their accomplishment. Graduates, we are so proud and can’t wait to see the incredible things you’ll do!

Grads, check your email for more info!

July 2022 Online Graduation

We are excited to announce our Online Graduation Ceremony for the July 2022 class! Please join us in celebrating their accomplishment. Graduates, we are so proud and can’t wait to see the incredible things you’ll do!

Veteran Convos: Overcoming Self-Pity

The next Veteran Convos will be held on Tuesday, July 19th, 2022, at 12:00 P.M, Pacific Time. Self-pity is a self-indulgent dwelling on one's own misfortunes. When individuals engage in self-pity, they overestimate how big their problems are and underestimate their ability to cope. During July's Veteran Convos, we will discuss the causes of self-pity and how to overcome its occurrence. A licensed therapist, Randy Brown, will also join us to support and answer any questions that you may have.

Students check your email or Connect for link to join!

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