Writing Creative Materials

Resume

Your resume is a document that highlights your education, creative endeavors, activities, travel, employment, and service work as they apply to your aspirations as a filmmaker (no longer than 3 pages).

Statement of Purpose

A 500-1000 word essay describing who you are as an individual and what past and current life experiences have motivated you to pursue a career in the filmmaking industry. Use this statement as an opportunity to demonstrate your unique voice and personality in addition to your passion for storytelling.

Writing Sample 1

A two-page non-dialogue scene about a person trying to kill a spider in his/her home. The scene should be considered the opening for a screenplay or theatrical work. Writing samples should be typed in 12-point Courier in standard play or screenplay format. Include a cover page with your name and the writing sample number.

Writing Sample 2

A three-page dialogue scene about a person trying to return an item to a store. The scene about a person trying to return an item to a store. The scene should be considered the opening for a screenplay or theatrical work. Writing samples should be typed in 12-point Courier in standard play or screenplay format. Include a cover page with your name and the writing sample number.

Writing Sample 3

A sample of original creative work, such as a short story, short play or screenplay of up to 5 pages. Writing samples should be typed in 12-point Courier and, when applicable, in standard play or screenplay format. Include a cover page with your name and the writing sample number.

3 Letters of Recommendation

Enter the names and emails for three recommenders, and we will send an email request to your recommender. All recommendation letters must be submitted online. Your recommender can include a teacher, professor, guidance counselor, mentor, employer, or someone you’ve worked with on a creative project. The recommender should be able to speak to your ability to succeed in our program and your passion for storytelling. We do ask that no close family members write a letter of recommendation for you.

All letters of recommendation must be received by the application deadline.