Episode 75 · May 21, 2026

Graduating USC Film: 10 Years Later

Guest host Michael Ritter on a decade since USC SCA: who left the industry, feature directing rates, and advice for the Class of 2026.

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Runtime: 00:56:22
Released: May 21, 2026
Guest: Michael Ritter
Path: Industry & Career

Show notes

Guest host Michael Ritter joins for a discussion 10 years after graduating USC SCA:

What percentage of graduates have left the film industry, or directed a feature film?
How did expectations upon graduation meet reality a decade later?
How can one figure out what opportunities are worth pursuing?
Are there noticeable differences between the trajectories of USC film grads vs. non-traditional film schools?
What advice would be useful for the Class of 2026?

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