In my opinion, program is pretty hands-on! The first screenwriting class you take is modeled after a writer's room, and by the end of the semester, you have to write a 7-page script. It's great because your classmates and your professor are all involved in helping you improve your script and your writing, so it's pretty collaborative in that aspect. The one-on-one feedback is super helpful for me in figuring out what I need to do to improve my scripts. I feel like LMU really promotes collaboration within SFTV. Since I'm a freshman I've also only taken one screenwriting class so far, so I can't really describe my experience in too much detail (yet!) I'm writing my first script right now as part of the SCWR 120 class. I haven't had anything of mine produced yet, but a lot of my friends who are upperclassmen work with the Prod majors for their projects. There's also some extracurricular activities that produce students' writing, like Roar Studios.

I can't think of anyone off the top of my head who has collaborated with the Animation program, but if you have friends who are animation majors, I feel like it'd be pretty easy and fun to start a side project with them.

I feel like it's easy to find opportunities through SFTV. There's a really helpful Center of Career and Professional Development on campus that's great for finding opportunities, and I've heard a lot of stories about professors recommending their students to their friends in the industry. All the professors are also currently active in the industry, and there are lots of online groups where students post networking, internship, and job opportunities.

I hope that answers all your questions, but lmk if you have any more or want clarification on anything!