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From Bedroom Beats to Professional Tracks: How Music Production Has Changed

There was a time when making a record meant booking studio time, hiring engineers, and spending money you might not have on equipment you'd never own. That time is over. Today, some of the most compelling music in the world gets made in spare bedrooms, apartment closets, and converted garages — by independent artists with laptops, studio monitors, and a vision. If you're serious about building a career in music production, understanding that shift is your foundation.

Film Alum Kylie Hazzard on Her Music, Film and Photography Career

L.A. Film School alum Kylie Hazzard has a creative edge that most people only dream of discovering within themselves. A triple threat with music, film and photography, Hazzard stays busy creating all sorts of interesting side projects in her home studio in Los Angeles. We're excited to catch back up with Hazzard about working for FOX Sports Super Bowl coverage and the other creative projects she has in the works.

Meet Up-and-Coming Producer AJ Winslow

Alumni News & Interviews

Writer-director Brett Smith brings Freedom’s Path, a Civil War drama starring Gerran (1917), RJ Cyler (The Harder They Fall) and Ewen Bremner (Trainspotting), to the silver screen. The film tells the story of two young men: a wounded Union soldier and a free Black man who strike up an unlikely friendship. The pair navigate the dangers of helping runaway slaves on the Underground Railroad while escaping a ruthless slave catcher who tries to bring everything to a devastating end.

65th GRAMMYs: Alumni Work on Christina Aguilera, Mary J. Blige, & Carlos Vives’ Albums

Alumni News & Interviews

Four alumni from The Los Angeles Film School contributed their talents to GRAMMY-nominated artists including Mary J. Blige (Good Morning Gorgeous), Christina Aguilera (Aguilera), and Carlos Vives (Cumbiana II). We proudly recognize Jaycen Joshua (audio 2003), Andrés Borda Zabala (Recording Arts 2011), Jhair Lazo (Recording Arts 2012), and Julio Ulloa (Recording Arts 2015) for their contributions including vocal engineering, immersive mix engineering and producing.

Oscar-Nominated Sequels Go Head-to-Head for Best Picture. See Our Alumni Contributions.

Alumni News & Interviews

We're excited to share the five alumni from the Computer Animation Program at The L.A. Film School who worked on Oscar-nominated sequels. Both blockbuster movies Top Gun: Maverick and Avatar: The Way of Water are in the running for Best Picture. For the first time in a long time, both the No. 1 (Avatar) and No. 2 (Top Gun) highest-grossing films of the year globally are going head-to-head for Best Picture, according to Deadline.com. This rivalry could aid in a much-needed rating boost for this year's televised award show on March 12.

A Brief History of Martin Luther King Day

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Read more about the historical significance of Martin Luther King Day. At The Los Angeles Film School, we observe MLK Day as an official day off for students, staff and faculty. This is your time for reflection and service. If you are able to lend your time to the community, here are ways to devote your day off to service this MLK Day.

Top Entertainment Moments of 2022 at The L.A. Film School

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As we look forward to the New Year, we reflect on the many milestones we’ve met with the return to in-person instruction. Our students' resiliency and dedication to their education didn't waiver as we transitioned back to campus instruction. The school hallways felt more vibrant and full in 2022 as students continued their studies in an in-person setting among their peers and instructors. Read more.

Music Production Gifts Under $200

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As a film and music college, we know a thing or two about the best gear and software for students. Around the holidays, we like to refresh our top music gear picks for students or anyone who is interested in Music Production. If you are investing in new gear or software this New Year, here is our list of top items you should have in your shopping cart. Read more.

Best Gifts for Film Students According to a Film Graduate

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When film graduate Marc Peoples released his gift guide "The Most Gifty Time of The Year (Christmas Gifts for The Whole Family)," we knew he was the perfect person to reach out to for our own film student gift guide. As a former film student himself, Marc Peoples graduated Cum Laude in Film and now works as an executive assistant and writer for Harlem World Magazine. This list is curated for the film enthusiast who you know and love. These are items priced under $100 and have the film student seal of approval. Keep reading.

Best Books Written by Filmmakers That You Should Own

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Are you a film student looking to expand your film book collection? You’ve come to the right corner of the internet for all your movie and entertainment needs. We’ve curated a list of books written by filmmakers with years of experience and wisdom that will guide anyone who is curious about the craft. Even if you’ve stumbled upon our post and aren’t a film student, this list includes our favorite books that any moviegoer can enjoy.

From Bedroom Beats to Professional Tracks: How Music Production Has Changed

Film Alum Kylie Hazzard on Her Music, Film and Photography Career

Meet Up-and-Coming Producer AJ Winslow

65th GRAMMYs: Alumni Work on Christina Aguilera, Mary J. Blige, & Carlos Vives’ Albums

Oscar-Nominated Sequels Go Head-to-Head for Best Picture. See Our Alumni Contributions.

A Brief History of Martin Luther King Day

Top Entertainment Moments of 2022 at The L.A. Film School

Music Production Gifts Under $200

Best Gifts for Film Students According to a Film Graduate

Best Books Written by Filmmakers That You Should Own

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