Hello Sunshine

A Morning with Hello Sunshine: Insights on Film, Technology, and Getting Hired 

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What a fantastic morning we had at The Los Angeles Film School! We were incredibly lucky to host two amazing leaders from Hello Sunshine, Reese Witherspoon's mission driven media company: Tiffany Phelps, SVP of Post Production & Technology, and Sam Springli, Director of Technology. They dropped by to share their career journeys with our students and alum and offer some seriously valuable advice.
NextGen Live

Student-Led, Industry Approved: NextGen Live Gives Students Hands-On Experience in Event Management

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Experience plays a critical role in landing your first gig and lets employers know that you know what you’re doing. And that’s where NextGen Live, a student-led live show, comes into play. Guided by LA Film School Entertainment Business Instructor Clayton Guiltner, NextGen Live offers students the opportunity to ideate, organize, and produce a live show under the parameters of industry-standard workflows and processes.
GSM Conference

Finding the Heart of the Story: Key Takeaways from the GMS Conference on The State of Music in Media

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We often experience the magic of music in media, but rarely do we think about the orchestrators behind it: music supervisors. We're talking about that perfect needle drop, the iconic theme song that instantly transports you to a new world, or the carefully curated soundtrack that elevates a scene from good to unforgettable. This past weekend, the Guild of Music Supervisors (GMS) held its 11th Annual “State of Music in Media” Conference, offering a deep dive into this crucial and creative field.
NAMM 2025

NAMM 2025 Recap: A Behind-the-Scenes Look with The L.A. Film School

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The NAMM Show is more than just an event; it’s a global celebration of music, innovation, and the vibrant community that makes it all possible. Held annually in Anaheim, California, this iconic trade show brings together musicians, creators, manufacturers, and enthusiasts from around the world to share their passion for music and the tools that bring it to life.
I Can't Breathe

Behind the Lens: Alumni Document History with ‘I Can’t Breathe’

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Last month, The Los Angeles Film School welcomed back two alumni, Jeff & Lauren Benjamin, to host a screening for Academy members of their latest film, “I Can’t Breathe.” The film is an intimate portrait of how the tragic death of George Floyd changed the world and sparked a powerful movement that defined a year of unprecedented social upheaval. “I Can’t Breathe” was announced as one of the 97th Academy Awards’ eligible films in the best documentary feature category. 
Golden Thesis Film Festival

A Night Celebrating Golden Thesis Film Projects in Hollywood

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The first annual Golden Thesis Awards Ceremony is an alumni and student showcase of 2020-2022 thesis and original short films with a writer, producer, director, cast or theme featuring a diverse voice. This includes creatives of all backgrounds, including ethnicity, culture, gender identity and members of the LGBTQ+ community. The festival is organized by the Career Development and Film Departments with the purpose of championing dynamic and diverse storytellers who have or are currently studying at The L.A. Film School.
L.A. Film School Annual Salute

13th Annual Salute LIVE from Hollywood

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This Veterans Day, we salute our more than 1,200 active military students and alumni who are pursuing their dreams in a variety of film, entertainment and music careers. We honor our veterans and military service members by hosting a Salute to Veterans in Entertainment event, which brings together our military community under one roof. This is the 13th year that we’ve held our Annual Salute celebration. Keep reading to see more from the special celebration.
Annual Salute

12th Annual Salute Honoring Veterans in Entertainment

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For the past 12 years, The Los Angeles Film School has paid tribute to our military students and alumni during the Annual Salute. This special tradition brings together the brave service members who have sacrificed so much for the safety and well-being of their fellow Americans. Watch the full event on our YouTube channel.
Evelyn Brito

TV Producer and Entrepreneur Evelyn Brito Talks to Students

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Evelyn Brito is a first-generation Dominican American who was born in New York and raised in Boston. Hear Brito's story about how she moved across country to pursue her degree in filmmaking and producing.