Master of Fine Arts - Feature Film Production

University of Central Florida

A BA or BFA in film production is preferred, however, degrees in the following areas are acceptable if accompanied by a strong video portfolio: Animation, Art, Cinema Studies, Communication, English/Creative Writing, Game Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, Journalism, Photography, Radio/TV The GRE is not required for admission to this program. Personal Statement: In 750-words or less, provide an Artists Statement that reflects your vision for a feature film, or equivalent body of cinematic work, that explains your preliminary plans for raising funds to support your microbudget production. Please describe how the critical thinking and technical expertise acquired in our program will support the successful execution of your vision. Portfolio: Submit 1 – 3 complete short films (each being 15 minutes or less) that the applicant has participated in as a principle creative collaborator (i.e. as writer, director, producer, director of photography, production designer, and/or editor).Provide a document with links to YouTube, Vimeo, or similar platform. All submitted online links to film samples must include: The films title, The applicants role in the making of the film. Writing Sample: Please submit one of the following writing samples for the film modality you wish to complete. Admitted students may change modalities ONLY during their first two semesters of the program. Narrative Feature Film: Provide a detailed written treatment for a proposed feature film. Documentary Feature Film: Provide a detailed written treatment for a proposed feature documentary. The treatment should define the subject of the film and how it addresses the following items and your professional goals: Rationale/Thesis, Style, Content Résumé Provide two letters of recommendation, with at least one from an industry professional or college/university professor. Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide one official transcript and official certification of degree, with date awarded. Please submit all materials, with the exception of official transcripts, electronically as part of the online application. Applicants may be asked to participate in an admissions interview.