Film and Photography Society provides experience, community for aspiring creators

The Film and Photography Society is shining a spotlight on creators of all skill levels alike.

Located in one of the film and media capitals of the world, the Film and Photography Society (FPS) at UCLA aims to provide firsthand industry experiences to filmmakers and photographers regardless of experience level. In addition to providing experiential opportunities for members to enhance their skills, FPS hosts a variety of workshops and speaker panels for members to learn more about film and media from alumni and professionals in the entertainment industry. FPS President Samantha Umbay, a fourth-year film student, said the club enriched their film education by providing them with both a dynamic network of creators and a safe space to grow their filmmaking skills.

“FPS has been really involved in getting people who are really new to the industry into film and photo in-person productions,” Umbay said. “We’ve been really focused on doing productions as close to industry standards as possible but also making sure members have the opportunity to learn and develop.”