WHY SHOULD YOU GO TO FILM SCHOOL?

Film making is a competitive profession and entering the film industry well armored is no small task. To be able to stay in business with a firm footing and stay clearly ahead of all your competitors, it is advisable to be formally trained not only in the techniques of the job, but also learn the ropes of staying in the job.Hollywood, with its competitive standards, has created the need for formal training in film making. The "Big Five" film schools, mainly on the West Coast with a few exceptions on the East Coast are attractive passageways for film students looking forward to entering the Film Industry.The Famous FiveSome of the top rated Film Schools in the country are On the West Coast, such as The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), The University of Southern California (USC) and The American Film Institute (AFI) along with The New York University (NYU) and Columbia University on the East Coast in New York complete the big five.Of the Big 5, each film school specializes in a certain field.It's a win-win situation when every film school offers a great experience with quality education and established professionals from the industry for guest lectures. While UCLA ... [more..]

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FILM SCHOOLS

For those looking to create exciting visual works, film schools can provide the basic education, training and specialized skills needed for filmmaking and video production. Film students learn how to produce radio and television news, studio programs, documentaries, sporting events, music videos, and especially feature films. The training will include classroom lectures and hands-on coaching to develop an understanding of the various media production processes.Film schools offer a broad array of classes and specialties for students looking into occupations in the media and film production industry. They can prepare students for careers in animation, broadcasting, television production, and filmmaking with educational courses in media arts.Film Schools can help students develop a sense of which role they might choose to pursue: production, performing artist or support. The industries of film, television, video, and radio generate literally thousands of jobs, both behind the camera and in view. Vocational, technical, and trade schools often provide courses in visual communications and media communications, as well as computer animation, writing, casting, acting, directing, and producing. They also provide courses in the technical aspects of filmmaking for positions such as gaffer, key grip, editor, and many others.All skills for the film industry can be gained in ... [more..]

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