“A world where chasing butterflies isn’t scary”: Jonaz McMillan on Writing, Representation, and Sundance
8 May 2025

“A world where chasing butterflies isn’t scary”: Jonaz McMillan on Writing, Representation, and Sundance

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Living in Los Angeles after spending most of his life in Washington, D.C., Jonaz McMillan, a May ’25 graduate from Emerson’s Writing for Film and TV program, reflects on how his program has helped him make an impact in the … Continued

Break into the Film or Television Industry through Our Writing for Film and Television MFA
20 Aug 2024

Break into the Film or Television Industry through Our Writing for Film and Television MFA

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Film and television are booming industries, but it can be difficult to break into them. Emerson’s Writing for Film and Television MFA can help you gain the skills and connections needed for a successful career in the industry. During the … Continued

Writing for Film and Television Alum Now Writing Assistant for Hit Show “The Lincoln Lawyer”
11 Jun 2024

Writing for Film and Television Alum Now Writing Assistant for Hit Show “The Lincoln Lawyer”

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If you’re looking for a career in the film or television industry, graduate school may have crossed your mind. While not strictly necessary for a successful career in the industry, a graduate degree can help you hone your craft and … Continued

Most Commonly Asked Questions About our Film and Screenwriting MFAs
15 Dec 2023

Most Commonly Asked Questions About our Film and Screenwriting MFAs

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Are you interested in filmmaking or screenwriting? Today we’re hearing from Haley Bresnahan, the admissions counselor for Emerson’s graduate film programs. During this interview, Haley will talk about all the unique benefits of studying film and screenwriting at Emerson. Q: … Continued

Students Meet Award-Winning Screenwriters at Writing for Film and Television Residency
2 Aug 2023

Students Meet Award-Winning Screenwriters at Writing for Film and Television Residency

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Emerson’s Writing for Film and Television graduate program is low-residency, meaning most of the coursework is online, but for one week at the start of each semester, students come together for an in-person residency. In today’s blog, we’re taking a … Continued

Day in the Life of a Writing for Film and Television Grad Student
23 Nov 2022

Day in the Life of a Writing for Film and Television Grad Student

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This week we are highlighting one of our grad students in Emerson’s Writing for Film and Television program. Noelle Haynes is in her second year of the program and currently lives in Youngstown, Ohio.  Why did you choose Writing for … Continued

Grad School During A Pandemic: How Students Navigate Online Learning
29 Jan 2021

Grad School During A Pandemic: How Students Navigate Online Learning

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The past year has been nerve-wracking as our campus family has been embracing lion pride from afar. Despite the effects of the global COVID-19 pandemic, we continue to connect, collaborate, and generate ideas to fulfill our call to action in … Continued

Q&A with a Writing for Film & Television MFA Student
28 May 2020

Q&A with a Writing for Film & Television MFA Student

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From her first day of grad school to her very last assignment, ’20 Writing for Film and Television MFA graduate and Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions, Haley Bresnahan, has successfully completed Emerson’s rigorous low-residency program. She’s given us the inside … Continued