Yeah, they're not replying and I would really like answers. So if anyone here can give me that, you're cool.
Email I sent to NYFA. Help?
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Yeah, they're not replying and I would really like answers. So if anyone here can give me that, you're cool.
I probably wouldn't reply either. You're asking many, many questions and telling many, many stories. I wouldn't know where to begin answering, so I wouldn't try.
Why not give them a phone call? Talk to someone in admissions. Have a conversation. Have a list of your questions and check them off when they get answered.
Or e-mail again, but one question at a time, ie "What is the difference between 1-3 week Acting program from the Acting for Film *Discount Tuition* Workshop?"
Why not give them a phone call? Talk to someone in admissions. Have a conversation. Have a list of your questions and check them off when they get answered.
Or e-mail again, but one question at a time, ie "What is the difference between 1-3 week Acting program from the Acting for Film *Discount Tuition* Workshop?"
uh..if your talking about..
http://www.nyfa.com/
http://www.nyfa.com/downloads/
Did you use the "request info" link?
Also, I think your email does not make much sense. Your asking questions that are easily answers on the web site. Your also including too much irrelevant information.
For example you ask about the 1 week program.. I quickly found this..
WORKSHOP GOAL
The intensive One-Week Acting for Film Workshop was designed to serve the needs of different types of students. For students contemplating a longer-term education in acting for film, it is an excellent introduction. This one-week course gives students an understanding of the rigorous requirements of the film actor. Many of our one-week students get "bitten by the acting bug" during our programs. They realize that one week will not fulfill their desire to learn all they can about the craft of acting and therefore return to complete a longer course of study.
Program Requirements: High School Diploma, GED
tuition: $1,000 (USD)
€792 (EURO)
You Graduate With: Diploma/Certificate, DVD Film Reel
http://www.nyfa.com/
http://www.nyfa.com/downloads/
Did you use the "request info" link?
Also, I think your email does not make much sense. Your asking questions that are easily answers on the web site. Your also including too much irrelevant information.
For example you ask about the 1 week program.. I quickly found this..
WORKSHOP GOAL
The intensive One-Week Acting for Film Workshop was designed to serve the needs of different types of students. For students contemplating a longer-term education in acting for film, it is an excellent introduction. This one-week course gives students an understanding of the rigorous requirements of the film actor. Many of our one-week students get "bitten by the acting bug" during our programs. They realize that one week will not fulfill their desire to learn all they can about the craft of acting and therefore return to complete a longer course of study.
Program Requirements: High School Diploma, GED
tuition: $1,000 (USD)
€792 (EURO)
You Graduate With: Diploma/Certificate, DVD Film Reel
If you ain't movin' to LA (or other big city where they have workshops) yet, don't bother.
It might help with job placement (for anything but the acting workshops), but you'd need to be in the area to get that job.
A friend of mine flew out from PA last year. Took one of their multi-week courses. Used 100% of the experience to jumpstart his networking; landed an editing job before the courses were over, through contacts made. As far as the actual course material, he said the most useful thing he got out of it was the complimentary duffelbag they give you on the first day.
Your mileage may vary, however. Some people prefer a semi-academic environment to learn hands-on skills. Personally, that ain't for me.
However, if you are movin' to the big smoke (and need to make some friends fast) then you'll get some value out of it. Is it worth what they charge? Hard to say.
Good luck.
It might help with job placement (for anything but the acting workshops), but you'd need to be in the area to get that job.
A friend of mine flew out from PA last year. Took one of their multi-week courses. Used 100% of the experience to jumpstart his networking; landed an editing job before the courses were over, through contacts made. As far as the actual course material, he said the most useful thing he got out of it was the complimentary duffelbag they give you on the first day.
Your mileage may vary, however. Some people prefer a semi-academic environment to learn hands-on skills. Personally, that ain't for me.
However, if you are movin' to the big smoke (and need to make some friends fast) then you'll get some value out of it. Is it worth what they charge? Hard to say.
Good luck.
Also:
No, you're not.
Zen, shut-up!
We all know that there is a hormone secreted from your pituitary gland that automatically shuts off all chances of becoming an actor if you haven't already when you turn 23 years old.
Stop encouraging the kid.
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You're pretty cool, ROC.
Sweeney, the Bay Area also happens to be a really damned-cool place to live.
You're pretty cool, ROC.
Sweeney, the Bay Area also happens to be a really damned-cool place to live.
Hahah. It's nice in most areas, but I reside in the East Bay -- which is half and half not so nice. And it's expensive rent and other stuff.
Well, I've been wanting to do this since I was a kid (like 5). And I always thought I'd be taking real steps toward it at 18 and now I'm 22. I need to do this, for myself. Especially with pressures from family to be a nurse or whatever...
I've been acting in my own little independent films, and took camera acting classes at junior college. Act in friends' short movies. But that's about it. I'm not into theater acting at all. I tried it, when I took a class in theater acting at JC.
Which co-star in Inception? Really? By the way, I can't wait for Inception... Nolan to save the summer movie season.
Thank you. I need it. Most Asian American actors working in the industry today have quoted that it's double hard for Asians to get acting jobs in the U.S. Why is that?
So, judging by the info, there is NO financial aid at NYFA? It's sweet, though, that I'd at least get a certificate after the program. But looks like I need to consider an LVN career, before pursuing a film career.... *sigh* Ahhh, money.
Well said.
So with thousands and thousands of people submitting applications and you think your questionnaire is that important that someone will take the time to answer you? Welcome to the real world my friend so take a number and stand over there until you are called upon.
Also, you had one major misspelling in one location of your letter, can you find it?
actors act, writers write, directors direct, etc. etc..
if you act, your an actor, so "act" like one and go do some acting. Act like one and spend every spare cent on learning and mastering your craft. Act like one by standing up to mommy and daddy and saying.. sorry, I don't want your money, for nursing school, Id rather flip burgers, live in my car, and act for FREE in every movie I can.. I AM AN ACTOR!
Then again, I'm a software engineer for a fortune 100 company and only make movies for fun.. my advise is worth every penny you paid for it..
if you act, your an actor, so "act" like one and go do some acting. Act like one and spend every spare cent on learning and mastering your craft. Act like one by standing up to mommy and daddy and saying.. sorry, I don't want your money, for nursing school, Id rather flip burgers, live in my car, and act for FREE in every movie I can.. I AM AN ACTOR!
Then again, I'm a software engineer for a fortune 100 company and only make movies for fun.. my advise is worth every penny you paid for it..
Okay? No, I don't care about misspelling's on an e-mail. I had to type it fast because I had to leave for my graduation dinner. And, they did reply. Moments ago. I got the same answers here. Thank you.
And so, it's easy for you to say. My family is below middle class. My mother is sick, and my father works 6 days a week for 18 hours a day. I have no siblings, so I can understand why they want me to have a career that makes a good enough amount of money once I've finished schooling.
That is my dilemma. I love film, but I have an obligation.
That being said, does anyone here know much about taking out loans? I don't. I know can research, but I'm already here and I've little time on the internet 'cause I cannot afford it (I'm at a library) and I gotta go soon.
Thank you for those who have replied with intentions of extending my knowledge on this.
For a traditional bank loan, you will need collateral, like a car, and be gainfully employed.
For student loans you will need to speak to the financial aid department of whichever school you will be a student.
For student loans you will need to speak to the financial aid department of whichever school you will be a student.
Time to do some growing.
How you CHOSE to respond to your obligation is up to you. But further discussion until you decide is pointless.
Keep in mind many people make movies for the love of it, but not as a way to make money. You wont be the only one here who meets their family obligations while at the same time finding joy in making movies.
Likely you qualify for financial aid for a college education, avoid debt when ever possible. It is the real slave master of our time.
How you CHOSE to respond to your obligation is up to you. But further discussion until you decide is pointless.
Keep in mind many people make movies for the love of it, but not as a way to make money. You wont be the only one here who meets their family obligations while at the same time finding joy in making movies.
Likely you qualify for financial aid for a college education, avoid debt when ever possible. It is the real slave master of our time.
But of any kind of debt to have, student loan debt is one of the best. It's one of the best ways to establish a credit history for the purchase of a house. Weigh your choices carefully, but know that you do have choices!
I would consider myself a fairly successful local filmmaker, I have no designs on ever moving to either coast, we have employed probably 150-200 other folks on our various productions over the years, and none of us does this solely to earn a living. We are all supporting our families with other day jobs.
No reason at all you can't BOTH go to school to be a nurse AND make movies on the side! So stop complaining, pick up a camera, write a script, get a job, and get to work, friend! Times a' waistin'...
I would consider myself a fairly successful local filmmaker, I have no designs on ever moving to either coast, we have employed probably 150-200 other folks on our various productions over the years, and none of us does this solely to earn a living. We are all supporting our families with other day jobs.
No reason at all you can't BOTH go to school to be a nurse AND make movies on the side! So stop complaining, pick up a camera, write a script, get a job, and get to work, friend! Times a' waistin'...