Film Production Design School - AFI Conservatory, Los Angeles CA, Hollywood

Overview

• The American Film Institute (AFI) Conservatory is a renowned institution for film education, particularly noted for its Production Design program.
• Located in Los Angeles, California, the heart of the film industry, providing students with industry exposure and networking opportunities.
• AFI is a non-profit dedicated to celebrating excellence in film and creating educational initiatives.

Production Design Program

• Mastery in production design is emphasized to help students create believable and imaginative worlds onscreen.
• The curriculum challenges students to visually and physically construct environments essential for storytelling.
• First-year students collaborate on at least three narrative projects and design a thesis production in the second year.
• The program is closely tied to the Entertainment Industry with many alumni working in the Art Directors Guild and related fields like Set Decoration, VFX, and Theme Parks.

Notable Alumni

• Todd Cherniawsky: Known for work on "OBI-WAN KENOBI" and "STAR TREK: PICARD."
• Theresa Guleserian: Worked on "HAPPIEST SEASON," "THE ONE I LOVE."
• Aashrita Kamath: Participated in "PACIFIC RIM: UPRISING," "AVATAR 2 & 3."
• Yong Ok Lee: Contributed to "MINARI," "THE FAREWELL."
• Javiera Varas: Known for "WILD," "DALLAS BUYERS CLUB."

Recent Projects by Alumni

• DEAD RINGERS: Erin Magill, Production Designer.
• HALLELUJAH: Esm Jackson, Production Designer.
• HARLEM: Javiera Varas, Production Designer.
• THE INSPECTION: Erik Louis Robert, Production Designer.
• THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER: David Moreau and Shamim Seifzadeh, Set Designers.

Program Curriculum and Application

• Detailed curriculum available online.
• Faculty information and application guidelines can be accessed through their respective links.
• Prospective students can apply online and seek financial aid and scholarships.
• The program includes various specializations such as Cinematography, Directing, Editing, Producing, and more.
• Campus tours and informational events are available for interested students.

AFI Conservatory Recognition

• Named the #1 film school in America and listed among the Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada by MovieMaker Magazine.

Contact Information

• Located at 2021 North Western Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027-1657.
• Phone: 323.856.7600
• Website: AFI Conservatory

Additional Resources

• AFI Catalog
• AFI DOCS
• AFI FEST
• Alumni and support resources, including a member portal and donation opportunities, are available on their website.