Sunday, January 20, 2013

4 ways to increase your chances of getting accepted into film school

Many aspiring film students are finding it harder to get accepted to film schools because of the high attendance rate and competition among fellow entrants. So, what are some ways to make your application stand out among the rest?
1. Get serious. This means you must stand out from the crowd. What is the crowd you ask? The crowd is a giant group of kids who just want to be famous. They see Steven Spielberg, James Cameron, or Michael Bay make some box office hit and all of a sudden they think that they can do better. This crowd of kids also thinks that because they go to film school, they will automatically be catapulted to Hollywood stardom. Another widespread misconception. So, it's time to get serious by researching and studying what you'll be learning in film school. There are many websites and apps available with good information. Immerse yourself in the world you are about to enter.
2. Make a movie. Or make several movies. If you want to be a filmmaker, you're going to have to eventually pick up a camera and edit something. So, why not start now? Once you've done a little research and feel comfortable with the basic filmmaking rules and concepts, begin your film. Start by filming something short and simple, 1-2minutes. It can be a simple dialogue scene or a quick action scene. Give yourself something to edit together, so you can practice your editing skills. Do several of these so you can see your progress over time. Film Schools love to see progress.
3. Save your Money. Film school isn't cheap. Save your money for tuition or for expenses after film school. You can never over plan enough when it comes to your future.
4. Choose Wisely. A lot of film schools will try and sell you with their flashy equipment and large facilities. This is all good, but if you follow tips 1 and 2, you'll have a better idea of what a film school really has to offer. Film school tuition rates can range from less than $10,000 to over $100,000. So, is paying an extra $90,000 really gonna get you to where you want to be after you graduate?
Ultimately, this is why I created my Online Film School Boot Camp. My Camp teaches the 6 fundamentals of filmmaking that are taught at film schools around the world. This helps you achieve a greater base of filmmaking knowledge which helps you become better prepared for film school, increases your chances of getting accepted, and will help you graduate higher in your class.
Know before you go and check out the Online Film School Boot Camp today.
http://www.onlinefilmschoolbootcamp.com/

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