{"id":27323,"date":"2024-11-18T21:26:46","date_gmt":"2024-11-19T05:26:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/filmconnection.com\/?page_id=27323"},"modified":"2025-06-02T21:00:18","modified_gmt":"2025-06-03T05:00:18","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/filmconnection.com\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

FILM CONNECTION FILM School FAQs<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView Courses<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Started<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

Frequently Asked Questions from Students<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t

Everyone says your school is different, how is it different?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

We are very different. Other schools put you in a crowded classroom where you will fight for attention from an overwhelmed instructor and compete with other students for lab time and time with the gear and equipment.<\/p>

These traditional diploma mills can charge you between $18 and $50,000 for education in film or film-related careers.<\/p>

We don\u2019t play that game.<\/p>

Film Connection puts you in a real recording studio where you learn one on one and privately in a working professional recording studio. With us, your classroom is where records are made!<\/p>

We also pledge to not charge you anywhere near $18,000- 50,000! Our mission is to keep you out of massive amounts of student loan debt and get you connected to employment and creative opportunities intended to help change your life for the better.<\/p>

Our extern-apprentice method is well known, tried and true, unique and, most importantly, it works!<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Do you offer programs for Film Creators or Producers or Engineers?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

All of the above. If you are a film creator and want to learn more about the creation of film as an electronic filmian, hip-hop artist, DJ, rock \u2018n\u2019 roll, country, soul, pop or R&B artist click here. We have programs in which you will be creating your film and helping you to develop your brand as an artist.<\/p>

If you are interested in a career as a technician and want to study for a career in film engineering, film production, studio owner, chief engineer, Live Sound, or film business please click here.<\/p>

Or call us and get things moving even faster:<\/p>

(866) 951-5412<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

What is the school's position on student debt and the student debt crisis in America?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

We were founded in 1983 as part of a mission to destroy the student debt crisis, that is \u2013 to keep students out of debt. It is our stated goal to find a program that will fit your budget so as to keep you out of debt. We also work hard to keep our curriculums at an affordable price that nearly any budget can afford. To be honest, we could charge a whole lot more for our programs, but we keep them low as part of our mission to keep students either debt free or manageable. Very manageable.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Why is it important to complete coursework inside a real studio?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

Great question. Learning from inside the actual environment where film gets made professionally is a proven way to acquire industry skills, experience, and connections. When it comes to getting a career in the film business, it\u2019s smart to start out from inside the business. It\u2019s what we\u2019ve been doing for more than three decades and it works.\u00a0Read about our\u00a0\u2018Disruptive Approach\u2019<\/span><\/p>

The value of interacting with professional film engineers, film producers, and their clients from within a real recording studio environment cannot be overstated. You must learn within the environment in which you want to work. It\u2019s all about being able to grow usable skills and showcase your abilities and determination to the very same people who do the hiring.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: How are you different from an ordinary school?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

With The Film Connection, you do not have to fight over lab time, experience overcrowded classrooms, or work to get your teacher\u2019s attention. With us, you are the only student. It\u2019s just you and your mentor who trains you in the studio setting to achieve the program requirements. A real recording studio is your classroom. It\u2019s within this environment that you acquire skills and knowhow in a way that makes sense\u2014hands-on.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: How Am I Learning, How Is It Structured?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

Our hands-on, project-based assignments and workshops are designed to get you attuned to working as a professional within a professional environment. You receive private classes in the studio which are reinforced with lessons in our comprehensive eBook. With us, you learn at the pace of one lesson per week. The work is intensive and structured to get you thinking and building the foundation you need to achieve your goals. Furthermore, you\u2019re training in an environment where you get to learn theory and practice in-tandem. When you have questions about something complex, your mentor is there to answer your questions, in depth. For many, this is where the real learning and understanding takes place.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: But Don't I Need A Degree?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

Like many other creative industries, the film business does not run on degrees. The studio owners, film executives, artists and producers who are hiring generally don\u2019t ask for degrees. Knowing what you\u2019re doing is generally what they\u2019re after. Having experience and connections matters because they\u2019re markers of someone who is trustworthy, hardworking, and dependable.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: My Parents Want Me To Get A Degree In Film. I'm Not Sure They Know How The Film Business Works.<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

The job of being a parent means setting your children up for success. We understand that. Degrees are necessary for people who want to work as doctors, lawyers, scientists and other such careers. But degrees are not commonly necessary when it comes to working in the film industry (as a filmian, film engineer, film producer, DJ, film business professional, hip-hop,\u00a0EDM producer, and in other areas of the business) unless you want to be a professor of film, perform with the philharmonic, or be an entertainment lawyer, in which case, getting a degree is the prescribed path to follow.<\/p>

But don\u2019t get us wrong. Education is great and so are degrees (when suited to one\u2019s goals). Having to spend lots of hard earned money on an expensive film degree is not a prerequisite for working in the film industry. The majority of recording studio owners are not going to ask you for a degree. Instead, they want to know what you\u2019ve worked on and what you can do. Degrees don\u2019t automatically get you access, connections, or real world experience you can put on your resume. So, if your parents have questions, encourage them to do their research online or contact us directly. Knowledge is power. When you understand how the film industry operates, you can make an informed choice that works for you.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: What Is The Difference Between A Mentor And A Teacher?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

Mentors usually help with career advice and guidance, while teachers teach a course. Typically, the best teachers are also mentors. With the Film Connection, your mentor is your one-on-one, in-person instructor (a working professional film engineer or film producer) and your Academic Facilitator also works with you remotely (telephonically and online) to oversee your progress and assist where needed.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: Do I Need Experience To Be Accepted?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

No. You need a good attitude, a sense of responsibility, and a hard work ethic. Your acceptance depends on you making a lasting first impression with your prospective mentor. Our admissions staff will help you prepare for this meeting.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: So What Is An Externship Exactly?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

Externs learn on the job, they learn one-on-one, from a professional film engineer, film producer, or film business professional (for applicable programs). Make no mistake, externs are students, only with externship they get:<\/p>

On the Job attention. Our students learn via our eBook, materials, and from inside a real recording studio.<\/p>

The opportunity to get their hands dirty (so to speak). We believe the way to get a job in this business is to get inside and learn from a pro. This allows students to show what they\u2019re made of, starting on their very first day.<\/p>

The ability to connect with the professionals who do the hiring. Working in film takes knowing the people who do the hiring. Our approach eliminates the searching and guesswork and places you right where you need to be to show what you\u2019re made of.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: How Long Does Your Program Last?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

Most of our programs are designed to last six months. Your length of time may vary based on the time you make available for your studies. A list of all our programs is\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: Can I Work While I Do My Externship?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

Yes. Many of our students work while they do the program. Scheduling is set by the mentor and student. Externs must do a minimum of two in-studio lessons per week, although we strongly encourage them to go into the studio as much as possible to observe, assist, and learn.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: When Do Your Semesters Start?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

We offer open enrollment, year-round, to all students. You can start at any time.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: How Many Lessons Are In Your Course Or Program?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

Our curriculums are comprised of 20 lessons. Upon completion of the 20 lessons, graduates will automatically be entered into our career services program.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: Is This Too Good To Be True?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

Nope. We\u2019re the real deal and happy about it too. None of the students or mentors are fake. These are all real people who believe in our in-industry approach.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: What Do I Get When I Graduate?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

You get three things when you graduate from the Film Connection. The first is a certificate of completion. The second is a skill set that you have used in actual recording studio sessions\u2014in other words, actual job experience you can put on your resume. The third is one year of graduate employment and job placement assistance. Helping people get themselves hired in the industry is an intrinsic part of our graduate employment and job placement success.\u00a0Read some of our student success stories\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: Once I Graduate, Will I Be Certified?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>
Yes. You will receive a certificate of completion, certifying that you have completed the workshop or graduated the program in which you were enrolled.<\/div>
\u00a0<\/div>
Graduates of the film engineering program will receive a certificate of completion which signifies to the film recording industry that you have enough experience to hold a position as an Assistant Audio Engineer or Audio Engineer. Upon completion, they will be an RC Certified Audio Engineer \u2013 Musi Producer with on the job experience.<\/div>
\u00a0<\/div>
Graduates from any of our externship along with distance education programs will have accumulated at least 6 months of real life studio experience which is something studio owners often look for when hiring.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>
\n\t\t\t\t\t

Student: If I'm Not Hired At The Studio I Trained At, How Do I Get A Job?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

There are 4 ways we help you: Your mentor is a successful producer and\/or film engineer. He or she therefore knows hundreds of people. If you have impressed your mentor, he or she can go the extra mile for you and introduce you to those colleagues and friends.<\/p>

As a Film Connection student you will be interacting with clients \u2014 clients with money and contacts. Money and contacts often lead to jobs.<\/p>

Graduate Employment Assistance & Job Placement \u2014 we have real job placement. We will call studios in our network on your behalf and we\u2019ll teach you how to market yourself with our social media and internet marketing curriculum. The Career Services Department is committed to assisting each graduate in aligning the deserved employment opportunity, no matter where the graduate is in their career exploration process. On-going assistance is available to every graduate as long as they remain in good standing with the school (RRFC).<\/p>

If you\u2019re a good student and master the material and work and there isn\u2019t a job opening at the studio where you train, you may even find they create a job just for you because they see value in what you bring to the table (such has been the case for many of our students). For example, one of our students in Los Angeles was given a job as a drum tech after proving his chops setting up for Aerosmith, whom he met as a Film Connection student. Another student got hired as an EDM and hip hop engineer so that his former mentor and another engineer could expand their offerings while maintaining focus on the work they\u2019re doing with punk and rock clients.<\/p>

Film Radio Film Connection & CASA Schools provides a distance education delivery model coupled with a program and industry specific externship. Students complete coursework online at a location of their choosing, while simultaneously completing an externship at a private place of business.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tApply Now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

Other Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t

How Old Do I Have To Be To Attend Film Connection?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

We\u2019ve had students in their early teens to well into their sixties and older. If you are under 18 you will need to have your parent or legal guardian approve your application. We strongly encourage applicants to get their parents involved so that we may answer any and all of their questions.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Can I Still Attend Film Connection Even If I Didn't Graduate High School Or Don't Have My GED?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

While we would never advocate not finishing high school or its equivalent, we would never hold it against you. As long as you can read, write, speak English, have basic computer skills and a passion for film, you\u2019re eligible to apply.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Can I Associate With My Mentor And Go Into The Studio After I Finish The Course, After I Graduate?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

Yes. If you are invited back to your mentor\u2019s studio, we have no problem with that. In fact, we encourage it. We urge all of our students to show up to every class, never be late, and to be helpful. Build a relationship with your mentor that will last a lifetime.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Do You Provide Student Housing?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

Not at this time. Since you don\u2019t have to move to attend the Film Connection, if you already have a roof over your head, your housing is taken care of. If you have a job, you can keep it and schedule your externship around your work schedule too.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

Do You Take International Students?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>

We accept international students provided they have the necessary VISA requirements. As for VISA issues, upon acceptance into our program we are more than happy to furnish a letter of enrollment for your consulate\/embassy to qualify you for a visitor visa. It is recommended, however, that you attend a community college in your city of choice as they have the necessary facility and faculty to petition F1\/J1 Student Visas. A Student Visa is valid for the entire duration of your studies at the community college and would enable you more than enough time to attend this program and take full advantage of our career services program afterwards.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

\n\t\t\t\t\t

What Is Included?<\/h3><\/circle><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/circle><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>