Your Roadmap to Excelling in Film School and Beyond
Weiko Lin
Associate Professor of Screenwriting in the School of Film & Television
Loyola Marymount University - School of Film & Television Weiko Lin is Associate Professor of Screenwriting in the School of Film & Television at Loyola Marymount University (LMU). He is a writer, producer, and author whose work often centers on Asian diaspora and global narratives. He earned both his B.A. in English (Creative Writing) and his M.F.A. in Film & Television from UCLA. Lin wrote & produced the Chinese romance film 100 DAYS, develops original series and feature biopics, and authored Crazy Screenwriting Secrets: How to Capture a Global Audience. LMU's School of Film & Television is consistently ranked among the top U.S. film schools. In 2024, The Hollywood Reporter ranked LMU SFTV #5 among film schools in the country.
Associate Professor of Screenwriting in the School of Film & Television
Loyola Marymount University - School of Film & Television Weiko Lin is Associate Professor of Screenwriting in the School of Film & Television at Loyola Marymount University (LMU). He is a writer, producer, and author whose work often centers on Asian diaspora and global narratives. He earned both his B.A. in English (Creative Writing) and his M.F.A. in Film & Television from UCLA. Lin wrote & produced the Chinese romance film 100 DAYS, develops original series and feature biopics, and authored Crazy Screenwriting Secrets: How to Capture a Global Audience. LMU's School of Film & Television is consistently ranked among the top U.S. film schools. In 2024, The Hollywood Reporter ranked LMU SFTV #5 among film schools in the country.In today’s rapidly evolving entertainment industry, breaking into Hollywood requires more than talent—it demands strategic preparation, real-world experience, and meaningful connections. Succeeding in Hollywood: The Insider’s Guide to Studying at a World Top 5 Film School offers an inside look at how Loyola Marymount University’s School of Film and Television (LMU SFTV)—ranked among the Top 5 film schools in the U.S. by The Hollywood Reporter—prepares students to thrive in this competitive landscape. This interactive virtual session explores how LMU’s hands-on curriculum, mentorship-driven community, and proximity to major studios equip students for success across writing, directing, producing, and creative development. Participants will gain an understanding of how LMU SFTV’s strong industry ties open doors to opportunities at leading entertainment companies such as Netflix, Amazon Studios, Warner Bros., Disney, HBO, and NBCUniversal. The session will also highlight inspiring stories of LMU alumni whose careers span major studios, independent productions, and ground breaking new media projects—including the upcoming Netflix animated film K-Pop: Demon Hunters, written by LMU graduates.
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Loyola Marymount University (LMU) is a top-ranked institution known for its global impact and range of graduate, doctoral, and certificate programs. Located in Los Angeles, LMU is in the hub of Silicon Beach and aerospace giants. LMU offers graduate students access to industry leaders and faculty at the forefront of their fields. As a premier Jesuit university in the United States, LMU employs a hands-on approach to graduate education that seamlessly integrates innovative research with practical application. This distinctive blend gives graduate students the tools to become positive changemakers within their chosen professions.
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