Career questions tagged film
Careers within the film industry aren't just limited to an actor. Behind the scenes, successful careers include writer, director, editor, and many more involved in a film crew. For more information, please read below. Read more Show less
What jobs are available for someone who is interested doing DEI research in media studies?
I worked with the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative in college and really enjoyed myself! I would love to find work doing similar stuff (assisting in research pertaining to diversity in media). I'm happy to do either qualitative research, or data input and analysis, which is what I was working on in school. It's difficult to find work pertaining to this, as most companies and organizations are smaller. How can I break into this industry?
What are some tips for trying to go into film major?
I know there's a lot so how can I choose the best type of film major for me? I am a senior who is going to go to college next year in community to figure out the programs needed to get to film when I transfer out.
How can I explore as a film maker?
I'm currently a film editor that can alsom build new concepts. What can I do to be more creative and get job opportunities in film industry.
How to network with filmmakers?
Some advice I got from a film producer was to find a more experienced filmmaker to help guide me through the development of my first project(s). I'm not in a position to start building my team yet, but I'd like some resource references for when I do. Where can I look to network with and find fired film execs from the larger-but-downsizing studios that are currently looking for work? I know they're out there, I just don't know where to start looking.
How to decide between a major in film or finance?
I'm torn because my film teacher said that you don't need a degree to work in film, but isn't that the same with accounting? My true career goal is to become a film director, but I can't practice anything without equipment -equipment is expensive and from what I know accounting pays pretty well if you know what you're doing. I'm interested in both, but don't know what I should major in - and what I should minor in.
What should I be trying to learn or teach myself if I am interested in a career as a filmmaker?
I love cinematography, I think it's a beautiful art form that we can use to tell stories to people around the world. I took a broadcast journalism class last year as a freshman, so I have a very basic understanding of video editing, but I would like to go more in-depth with it. I would like to learn about what cameras, microphones, and editing software's I should begin practicing with. I would also like to learn story telling techniques, with things like script writing and camera shots. Really the most research I've done is watching YouTube videos about film making, but I'm wondering if there are specific videos, books or online courses I could look into? Thank you!
How useful is film school. Does the degree matter?
Senior in high school, applying for colleges. Interested in film school.
How can I get into acting professionally at age 16?
I have been acting in school plays and musicals for 8 years. I have also taken theatre and acting classes.
What are the first steps to becoming a video editor.?
I'm a 10th grader and am very interested in being a film/video editor, what are my first steps to becoming one?
What is the best way to get in front of casting directors?
I have dance and theatre experience and am a performing artist. I took some time off and it is still my dream and passion to work in entertainment. I am 33 years old! College doesn't feel like the right fit at my age. I don't have transportation or much means to speak of. I was working as a data analyst in the technology industry and was laid off. It sounds ridiculous, but it was a real wake up call. I idolize artists that have made impacts in fashion, music, film, tv, and on the stage. But I am absolutely clueless on what to do.
first steps to film school?
hello, I'm 17 and I'm going to graduate high school this year I have enough money saved that I can pretty much do/go anywhere for school. Since I was a little girl I have dreamed of being a director/screenwriter I made my first ¨movie¨ when I was in first grade recently I have been thinking of Texas for one of their film schools, university, or just a community college. my only struggle right now is my high school offers nothing for film we have no clubs or classes and I'm nervous this will have a major effect on my application. what should my main focus be before applying to a film school?
What job should I get to save up for the career I want?
I'm 13 (a bit young to be thinking about these things, I know, but might as well plan this now!) and live in the Philippines. I want to move to a country with a better film industry one day because I want to write shows and films. My original plan was to do a dual degree for psychology and film, move to Singapore for a while and save up the money to then eventually move to a country with a bigger film industry. However I heard that it could take up to seven years or more to do that, which I don't think will work for me very well. I want to start my career as soon as possible. Hopefully to be in the US or some other country by the time I'm in my late 20. I can't do maths very well, so I think with the time to graduate and the time to save up to move, I would be in my early thirties by the time I get to start my career in film. Are there any other alternatives? What would be the best job for me to pursue before I start the career I want? I heard becoming an electrician doesn't take long and pays okay. Should I stick with my current plan? I also want enough time to work on side projects. (Apologies if this isn't very coherent. I am rather tired today!)
How can I make my first step into film?
I been in video production since freshmen year, only missing one year as my new school didn't tell me it had a CTAE class about film. (I'm a senior this year) Despite all this, I wish I had more experience. I bought a camera off of eBay (SonyA100) so I can get more personal experience with cameras. Yet I feel like I'm not doing enough. What was one of the first things you did as a stepping stone for going into the film industry?