Learn film production alongside an industry insider in a working Lafayette film studio. Work directly with a film industry pro. We do things different, learn in the real world and build industry connections.
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You require a career, not just a piece of paper, for your time in film school. At Lafayette Film Connection, we outfit you with a real-world, not classroom, education. You’ll also get industry contacts that Hollywood insiders would kill for. Choose our 6-month behind the scenes program to connect with working professionals in your area that will mentor you in their studios or production houses. At the conclusion of this track, you will be in control of your filmmaking future and have the kind of experience that stands out with employers. Our 8-month director track will link you with local mentors and dream mentors in Los Angeles. During the final week of this program, we fly you out to L.A. so you can pitch your idea before an industry executive. No other program anywhere prepares its graduates for a career in show business like we do.
Lafayette, Indiana is a growing town of around 65,000 people, located about an hour northwest of Indianapolis. It's currently a fast-growing area despite the recession, having increased in population over 16 percent in the past decade. A number of famous entertainers hail from this area, including rock singer Axl Rose (Guns 'N' Roses), jazz guitarist Ken Navarro, film directors John Korty and Sydney Pollack, and actresses Karen Black and Tammy Lynn Michaels. Despite its size, Lafayette has opportunities for you if you aspire to be a film director, film producer or film editor–and FILM CONNECTION can help.
Just a few of the films that have been shot in Lafayette and surrounding areas include Going All the Way, Hoosiers, Eagle Eye and others. Additionally, several television shows have done production in this area, including Rescue 911, Daily Planet, and Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Lafayette's close proximity to Indianapolis makes it a surprising alternative for film students who want to connect with film professionals.
FILM CONNECTION's unique educational approach is called the mentor-extern approach. Our six-month program places you with a local Lafayette film or television professional who instructs and mentors you, giving you hands-on experience with film and video shoots and helping you make vital industry connections along the way. You owe it to yourself to see why our system works, and why many of our graduates land permanent jobs in the film and television industries.
Some of our graduates have gone on to become film directors, script writers, and production company owners. Others are creating and producing their own films across genres like documentary, drama, comedy, action, and animation
I had a great experience with Film Connection and my mentor, Donny Baker, from ES Studios. He taught me everything I needed to know about being a director/producer and the importance of always being prepared for the shoot
Jorge Fuentes Quiroz
After working in media for a couple of years, I decided to take my skills to the next level in filmmaking. I was fortunate to have joined Film Connection; they supported me from day one with my registration and all the necessary paperwork
Noah Gonzalez
Film Connection does a fantastic job placing you on REAL sets with EXPERIENCED directors, opening doors to build meaningful connections with your mentor and ensuring ongoing learning. You truly get out of the program what you put in.
Octavio Preciado
I got great movie recommendations that gave me many creative influences. My mentor gave constructive feedback on my script. I learned about how to work on a film set and collaborate with other art departments. I enjoyed my experience with Film Connection.
Josh Chacko – Arlington, Washington
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