LARS Live – August 2024
Join us for our end of the summer student showcase at the historic Ivar Theatre in Hollywood! Student performers will bring original beats, songs, dance, and spoken word for an inspiring night of up-and-coming artists!
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Q+mmunity Club Meeting
Join the Q+mmunity Club! Dedicated to the LGBTQ+ community, encompassing all queer and questioning individuals. We also open the door for those who are allies to the queer community. The next meeting will be held on Zoom on Friday, 8/30, at 6:00pm PT / 9:00pm ET. If you have any questions or want us to add you to our email list, contact Hunter Luis (he/him/his) at b.cummings1@lafilm.edu or Tori Maxwell (they/them/theirs) at t.maxwell-pasanen@lafilm.edu.
Library Pop-Up at LARS
Stop by the Library booth at LARS to check out books, learn how to access our resources, and get answers to any questions you have about the Library. We look forward to seeing you there!
Spotlight Photo Booth
The photo booth for Spotlight Week is live and ready for action! Whether you're on campus or in the comfort of your own home, you can join in on the fun! Show your school spirit and enjoy snapping some epic pics.
Spotlight Week
Spotlight Week is a celebration that brings students and alumni together to experience creative workshops with industry leaders like SONY, Record Plant and Google. You won’t want to miss our biggest week of the year!
Platinum Record Celebration
In-Person Event
Join us for a special unveiling of a Platinum Record for recording and mixing engineer Mark Lowe for his work on the Black Panther soundtrack. Mark has worked with an impressive roster of artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q, Paul Wall, Rich The Kid, Vince Staples and more. Exclusive Q&A available to attendees, with a music panel to follow, featuring Mark and other distinguished alumni.
Panel: Behind the Music Mix
Hybrid Event
Get ready to dive deep into the world of recording and music production with our upcoming panel featuring a star-studded lineup of distinguished audio, music, and recording alumni! Whether you're an aspiring producer, a budding engineer, or a music enthusiast eager to learn the secrets behind your favorite tracks, this is your chance to gain unparalleled insights from industry trailblazers who have shaped the soundscape of modern music.
Portfolio & Reel Review
In Person Event
Featured Alumni: Cedric Chabloz, Jessica Sterling, Vicente Pena, Nato Lopez
Moderator: Freddy Giorlando
Join us for an opportunity to receive personalized feedback and insights from industry veterans. Current students and alumni will have the chance to showcase their reels, portfolios, and most recent projects to a panel of accomplished alumni, each with extensive experience in their respective fields. This is your moment to gain constructive critiques, refine your work, and network with professionals who can provide guidance and inspiration as you embark on your career journey. Don’t miss this chance to make connections and polish your portfolio!
Critical Thinker’s Society Presents – Student of the Month
Hybrid Event
What does it take to be a student of the month? Come and meet our 2024 LAFS Student of the Month recipients. Come and learn a fresh perspective on how these students stay motivated and achieve success. Is it the budding artist whose doodles and notes turn into films, music, or social masterpieces? Maybe it’s the student who always volunteers and participates in campus events, ensuring that other classmates don’t miss out on the school events. Whether you’re reminiscing about your Student of the Month glory days or eagerly awaiting this month’s announcement, know that you’re part of a tradition that celebrates effort, kindness, and the little things that make school life memorable. Could you be the next student of the month? Panelist include: Ariel Harris, Steffanie Kleiman Palatchi, Gaby Manzanares-Vargas, Katrell Platt and Oliver Boon. Attend, stay until the end to win a prize!
Free
Critical Thinker’s Society Presents – Student of the Month Mixer
In-Person Event
Come and meet our 2024 LAFS Student of the Month recipients. This is a great networking opportunity! We will have free food and sodas. Then stay and watch as the red carpet prepares for the next event, when they greet luchadores and WWE members!
“Love, Blood, & Aztec Demons: The Lost Films of Juan F. Moctezuma II”
In-Person Event
We’re excited to invite you to “Love, Blood, & Aztec Demons: The Lost Films of Juan F. Moctezuma II” – a special screening that will take you on a cinematic journey through the lost works of this legendary filmmaker.
TRAILER: https://vimeo.com/994903326
Career Development Presents – Behind the Sync: Profiting from Music Licensing in Film and TV
Join The Los Angeles Film School for "Behind the Sync: Profiting from Music Licensing in Film and TV," a virtual event where industry music licensing experts will reveal how to maximize earnings through music sync. This panel will cover strategies for negotiating deals, understanding the value of placements, and navigating the sync landscape. Attendees will gain practical insights and have the opportunity to submit their music for live review by top music supervisors and licensing professionals. Don’t miss this chance to learn how to profit from placing your music in film and TV.
Gear Day + Rooftop Bash
In-Person Event
GEAR DAY
Join us for the fifth annual Gear Day, where you’ll experience insider access to some of the biggest brands in gear today! Enjoy one on one conversations, detailed product overviews, demos and exclusives that have been personalized just for our students. Companies include Sony, Red, Titmouse & more!
ROOFTOP BASH
Say hello to the ultimate hang out at the LAFS Rooftop Bash! This event is the perfect opportunity to wind down after finals, connect with other students and soak up the summer vibes.
Sony 360 Virtual Mixing Environment – Session 1
In-person 10-minute sessions with Sony! Experience Sony's 360 Virtual Mixing Environment technology. This is a custom HRTF (hearing profile) measurement that accurately reproduces a studios acoustic environment in headphones. Then join us for pizza in the student lounge. https://www.sony.net/Products/create360RA/360VME/
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