I took the part-time Digital Marketing course taught by Stephanie Michelle back when GA had a…read morelocation at The Reef in DTLA (they are now in Little Tokyo). I was a Production Assistant in the web department for a daytime talk show looking to upskill in social media marketing. I consider myself a resourceful, self-learner (I had read all the blogs and watched all the YouTube videos on the subject) so it was really important that the class was hands-on and experiential. The class was challenging for me, especially the analytics and conversion optimization lessons, but I stayed late for instructor office hours and made an effort to establish relationships with my classmates. Working overtime as a PA, driving to class, and completing assignments was not easy, but I proudly graduated with an end-to-end marketing campaign for my portfolio. Empowered by my learnings and new connections I started applying for jobs at influencer marketing companies. When the question of experience came up in the interview I mentioned that I had just finished the digital marketing program at General Assembly. Turned out the CEO of this start-up had given a talk at a GA event. We immediately bonded over our admiration of the GA culture and brand. I was sent an offer letter the next week! It was still a junior role (but actually more money than I was making at the time). More importantly, it was an entry into an industry I was really excited about. GA is a great place to grow your professional network and level up your skills, but you definitely get what you put in. The location in DTLA is spacious and teeming with diverse creative people, and they do cool free events almost every night of the week!

I heard about General Assembly classes because they list them on Facebook and it popped up in my…read morefeed as a targeted ad. I'm glad for this as that is how I signed up for a free 2-hour introductory class to coding. The class covered HTML and CSS and was designed to just a quick intro to see if you would be interested in taking a full class. Still I was surprised how much I learned in just a free intro course. Our instructor Allie covered a ton of theory so we understood the big picture and how the different developer languages (HTML, CSS and Javascript) played different roles. Much of the class was her guiding us through actually creating a mock webpage by immediately applying the coding principles and info she taught. I highly recommend bringing your computer for the hands-on portion. Also, Allie listed additional resources for us to explore on our own time, and we were promised the slide deck after. Being totally new to coding, I was able to take what I learned from the intro class and actually fix an issue THE NEXT DAY on the website that I manage for work! I rely on website templates but don't understand the HTML and CSS behind it so I was able to override the template that doesn't even allow me to change font attributes on hyperlinked text. Once you sign up for a class they send you promo emails with discounts, so I will probably look into taking a more full class. TIP: this is located right in the heart of Little Tokyo so there is plenty of sushi, ramen and snack options available before or after going to class here.

The Public School is a project run by Telic Arts exchange. Congratulations if you can find it down…read morethe alley off of Spring street in Chinatown... They offer all kinds of classes. In fact, anyone can propose a class or teach a class. I've taken a few of them and they have all been great.

Bonjour! If you're looking for a fun and an efficient way to learn French, Yes Oui Teach will be…read moreperfect for you! Cedric makes the learning process easy to understand and challenges us through conversations instead of grammar and textbook which let's be honest, we don't need in real life. I also like that Cedric gives you different options in menus for your comfort level. The 15 minute classes are a great option if you want back and forth dialogue during the week. And the group classes are fun to interact with other students. I am so happy to that I found Yes Oui Teach and would recommend it to anyone looking to learn or improve their French. Merci Cedric!

From the owner: OUI "cancelled" french grammar to focus on conversation. Most students want to speak french, not be…read morean expert in writing it and that's what OUI teach you. OUI are the only school to offer down to 15minutes private classes,very easy to put in your schedule several times a week. OUI don't care if you make mistakes in your writing, OUI want you to speak french and understand it.

Learning with Ming has been an incredible experience. He has a gift for making everything feel…read moreaccessible, putting you right at ease and handing you the practical tools you need to get out there and start shooting immediately. He truly knows his craft inside and out, and his deep technical knowledge makes a world of difference. On top of being a fantastic teacher, he's genuinely a wonderful human being. Couldn't recommend him more!

Ming photographed the most important moment in our lives - our Express Wedding…read more Getting married at the Van Nuys Courthouse wasn't the most romantic. But Ming turned it into a beautiful thrilling pictorial expression that we are proud to show all our friends and family. We asked for National Geographic style and what he delivered was exquisite! We can't thank him enough!! We were lucky to have him!

I attended the Los Angeles in-person interior design course with The Academy of Home Staging &…read moreDesign in October of 2023. This was a jam packed week full of all the necessary knowledge/tools needed to launch a successful interior design business. The coursework included a variety of guest speakers from the field of design as well as applicable field trips that proved invaluable in creating networking opportunities. Since graduation, I have received a variety of support through additional coaching via Zoom which has given me the confidence to continue pursuing my passion with fervor. Wanda, Tammy, and Kim have been my greatest cheerleaders and I am so thankful for their commitment to creating a top notch program for people interested in starting a career in home staging and design!

2/6/23 The Design Retreat in Maui with The Academy of Home…read moreStaging and Design was a continuation of what makes this school as amazing as it is. The days were thoughtfully planned out, and we touched on everything one would need to gain the confidence to start and/or evolve their business. The word that comes to mind is "clarity." I gained clarity at who I am at my core and how that expands into all facets of my business. I gained clarity on both my immediate and long term goals and how to prioritize them. And I gained clarity on what was holding me back. I arrived alone but left with 3 close friends and two mentors that I can't thank enough for helping me realize and shape a dream I had one day in 2020. 4/5/22 No matter where you are in your career and/or life, you deserve to do this for YOU. I had a bit of an inferior complex going in because I have zero training or experience in Interior Design, and this course is designed literally for every one at every level. The team has designed such an approachable program that touches on all aspects of the process. Wanda - our fabulous instructor - brings real world examples into every lesson that helps contextualize beyond the classroom. In addition, the "white box challenge" was such a fun practice run of what it's like to design in the real world. If you're on the fence about joining, just do it! You'll never regret doing this for you, even if it's just to serve a need to design your own house. I can unequivocally say that the Academy of Home Staging & Design changed my life, and it prepared me for a life where my job doesn't feel like a job at all. Oh - and I made talented, lifelong friends in the process!

The teachers are really great here. They be teaching the kids cool shit. Lunch ladies be killin' it…read moretoo. They give the kids good food.

My experience as an african american woman when i attended was i was bullied for being black. I…read moreattended when i 1st moved to cali for my 5th grade. I was jumped in the bathroom by 2 asian students and 1 white student. I saw the post about Jake in 2022 and was triggered. I was just sharing my experience here and how the school did nothing to the 3 students other than detention for 3 days. When I came back ready to defend myself, i was threatened with suspension. Shame that I attened here in 1979 and in 2025 stuff hasnt changed one bit. shame on you

The SFCA team is the best in the biz! I've been using Sharp Focus for the past three years for all…read moremy videography, editing, infrastructure, and educational needs. They are truly a one-stop-shop for all things video. In the rare instances they don't know the answer to something they hunt down the answer for you. It is especially refreshing in the creative world to be given 5 star service and have your goals put ahead of all else. I've never walked away from working with SFCA being anything less than 100% satisfied.

I'm amazed that Scott and Dave has been able to cover so much ground for those in the creative…read moremedia and entertainment career path. These guys single handedly inspire me to get better and better in the every challenging and changing entertainment field. Go just take a tour of this place and be amazed at all the work Scott and Dave have put into it. It's really remarkable and cool that you can come to a school that offers so much under one roof without all the pressure and BS most of these huge film schools put on you. Not only that, but for a fraction of the cost, I've not seen any other school that offers this in the LA area. A lot of them have folded and Sharp Focus has been around weathering the storm and providing hands-on practice for students in a small boutique environment at practically cost. You'd be a fool in the industry to not at least stop here and admire all the options and flexibility Scott and Dave provide to students. Seriously compare what you get here versus other schools and a great channel to network for jobs in many different fields. It's a small ask to say no to student loan debt... There are really some good people in the entertainment field not out to screw you - this place is a diamond in the rough.

What a beautiful space!…read more There's an artist studio in the front for this super humble artist named Amos (with great cartoon-like pieces), a little store in front, lots of art on the walls from local visual artists, a screen-printing room, a performance stage in back (weekly open mics on Wednesdays at 8pm) and walls in the back for youth to bomb (read: "itchy" graff fingers). They're open to youth during the day and it's a center for kids from all over to come by afterschool. The directors are doing some really great work there with lots of programming including freestyle Fridays and screenprinting workshops. Support much-needed community-based centers like this! They're having a hard time securing the site so please donate!!!

Leadership workshops, artist support, musician support, tied into four local high schools in the…read moreneighborhood. Occasionally concert fundraisers ($10 entrance). Art for sale. Support your youth!