Career questions tagged film-production
What are some challenges you might have to deal with being in the filming field?
I'm currently a 11th grader in San Francisco.
San FranciscoWhat are some skills film majors should know beforehand?
I'm a 11th grader located in San Francisco.
San FranciscoHow do I find internships that are fit for film major?
I'm located in San Francisco.
San Francisco
What are some good opportunities to get into the film industry?
I am in the 11th grade looking for ways to get more involved in the film industry, I am interested in the behind the scenes work.
San FranciscoWhat was the process to get to where you guys are today?
I'm a 11th grader, and I'm also interested in the film field because I think it's fun to make stories through a movie or shows.
San Francisco
how do I become a feature film director?
what is some schooling required for the job, what are some ways to break into the industry, what are common starting points for directing, what are popular film schools to look into
Elk River
How can I begin acting at my age (15)?
Hi, I'm a sophomore in highschool and I'm interested in acting and/or filmmaking, but I have no idea where to get started with either of those aspirations. For a while now I've always been interested in playing characters, whether it'd be putting a little too much effort into reading out loud, or acting in school plays. I'm not a stranger to writing either, I've been doing for a loooooong time. It's to the point my family, mainly my mom, are pushing me into a writing career or something in the same realm. I'm in Theatre currently and next year I'll be in Digital media motion graphics, tv film and cinema production, and a dual enrollment class on writing and rhetoric. (I'll be busy to say the least...) Any and every piece of advice is appreciated. Thank you and have a nice day or night
United States
What education and experience requirements are there for basic backstage theatre/entertainment jobs (ie. prop assistant, set assistant, PA, set painter, etc.)?
No offense to any of those jobs -- I'm currently in a remedial school and not very confident about graduating, let alone any type of college. Not exactly in the spot to pay for certifications either. Do I need a diploma or training to compete for those jobs, or do I have a chance at a local theater/low-budget production? Is volunteering at a local theater worth my time currently, or should I just focus on school?
La Verne
What kind of good paying jobs are out there for a media communication major ?
I am pursuing a degree in media production, but does this degree realistically open up opportunities to get a good paying job ? I love the degree and learning about and doing media but wanted to know am I wasting time on a non-useful degree.
Birmingham
How do I enter the entertainment industry through hard work and talent?
I want to become a director of some sort of entertainment media but I often get the sense that to even get an opportunity you have to be well connected to powerful or influential people. I know talent isn't always the most important factor to getting noticed, but, is there a way to become a leader in the entertainment industry through self made opportunities? If so, what are the most effective steps to take?
Mexico City
How to become a producer?
Share your journey & guide aspiring producers on their path! Note: We've seen a lot of interest in this career, so we're looking for guidance from our community of professionals.
Palo Alto
How much money can I expect to make doing short film movies in high school?
what type of GPA do I have to maintain to be able to do acting, in school or out of school?
Temple Hills
I am interested in the world of cinema, and I created a wonderful movie story that I worked on for months. I am creative in making stories and I have a passion for turning this story into a movie. But how can I communicate with international production companies to present the idea to them I am looking for a reliable person to help me?
if you are interested, pleas contact me
Aakkar El AatiqaHow do I start off if I want to get into the filmmaking?
Hello, I'm in my junior year of high school and I am interested in being a film director in the future however I don't know a lot about film so how should I start off if I want to get into that?
Kansas City
What inspired you to choose your current career ?
I’m torn between pursuing a career in film or graphic design. I’m currently taking filmmaking and photojournalism classes and genuinely love both, but I feel like I need to choose one path.
Omaha
What degree should I major in if I want to be a Creative Director?
I am currently working in healthcare administration looking to pivot my career to creative directing. I have no clue where to start. I have interest in musical theater, production design, graphic design, and creative writing.
Atlanta
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.
Ohio City
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.
United States
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.
Macon
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?
Macon
How do I get started in the film industry?
I am a Sophomore at DePaul University studying film. I'm still deciding what i want my concentration to be, but I want to start working in the industry to better understand it and get some experience. I would love any advice on what the industry is like and what is the best way to get into the industry and move up in the industry; so I can work the job that I want when it comes time for that.
Fort Wayne
Where should I intern if I’m interested in film?
Where should I intern If I want to have a job in cinema. I live in a small town but would really want some background experience to help in college and to put on my resume.
Satellite Beach
How do I get my screenplay to be produced and do I make profit off of it ?
I’m writing a screenplay about a married couple. The husband cheats on his wife with his assistances and his wife finds out and kills them. After killing her husband and getting caught she kills herself. I honestly think that the screenplay is good so far and I think it could do well. I just don’t know how I can sell it to producers or even make profit from it due motivated my age (14). Is this possible?
New York
How do you get your first job on a film crew (likely as a PA) ?
I know it's hard to get there, but then most people say it snowballs to further jobs.
AtlantaHow do I become a film writer. Such as someone who makes a comic book movie?
Some one who can create movies based off their own thoughts.
New York
How can teenagers realistically portray adults when acting? #Sping2024
I am a 16 year old interested in making my career in film acting, directing, writing, and producing. I am creating a TV sitcom set in 1950s New York. All of my actors will be high schoolers, who will be portraying adults. How can I sell the idea to distributors such as Tubi, even though adult characters are being played by teens.
Traverse CityHow can I get funding for a high school student run TV show? #Spring2024
I am a 16 year old making a TV sitcom set in the early 1950s. Our theatre department, which I am involved in, has costumes and props, but I need money to build the sets. How should a high schooler get funding for such a big project?
Traverse City
How do other people get so good at photography?
How do other people get so good at photography? I want to learn how take beautiful photos and I want to be a photographer but I have no idea where to start and how I can improve
Hanoverwhere should i start to get into the film industry?
please help
New YorkWhat are some ways/tips or what general direction should I take in order to pursue a film career?
I'm currently a sophmore in highschool and I've been interested in taking film as my major in college. Firstly is it worth it to pursue this path or this particular major (as college is quite expensive) and also what are some ways to find employment after college? Also for some more context I already have a fairly entry level grasp on film basics via my school production studio (EX: Camera, Mic use, editing, filming, and some studio work/directing).
New York