Recently the website DailyBeast.com posted the”20 Most Useless Degrees” report. Right in the number twelfth position is Theater; which includes acting, producing, directing and communications. This number is based on the 2012 job outlook study done by the National Association of Collages and Employers which was cross referenced with the job growth and coursework information for the…
Ok, so it’s ‘branded content’ for Kessler Cranes, but garnered a few laughs here as it isn’t actually far off the mark.
Jumping on your first set can be so romancing, especially a feature film set. For 20 or so days, you feel like you’ve discovered your place in life. You learn a brand new language, get into a nice groove, and really build relationships with most of the crew. Then… reality sets back in. The picture…
I was asked why a director shouldn’t edit his/her own films today… again. I get a lot of blow-back from my usual answer, but I’m steadfast in my belief that a director should never edit their own film. I know; never is a strong word. And there are exceptions, and those outliers are part and…
Project Greenlight, a HBO filmmaking reality series which originally aired in the early 2000s is coming back. Using tried and tested reality TV techniques, the series aimed to follow a group a filmmakers as they attempted to take their indie projects from genesis to reality. A new series is soon to be produced and HBO have re-enlisted the original…
The short answer is yes and no. Elaborated, L.A. is the center of the film industry, the Mecca if you will. All the big production companies are there. All the distributers are there. All the actors are there. Everyone is there. If you want to rise to the top of the pyramid as a director or producer…
A film reel can be the stepping stone to a rewarding career in the film or television industry. This can make or break your career. There are many opportunities for filmmakers, directors, cinematographers and editors to make a lasting impression and land the perfect job. Have you ever wondered what makes a good film reel?…
Ever wonder which career opportunities you could pursue with a film and video production degree? Finding a job with great benefits and ideal growth opportunities is important to most people who get a degree in Film & Video Production. Here are five of the top career choices for film and video production professionals. 1. Motion Picture…
How to make contacts and get your foot in the door – it’s Easier than you think. Everyone says that it’s not what you know, but who. To a large degree, that’s absolutely true. I don’t care if you want to be a PA, an editor, or the president of Paramount, you have to know the…
The word “Professional” is often bandied about by indy filmmakers, and I’ve heard and read many things I just wouldn’t expect a “Pro” to say, though the person writing or saying them claims to be one. Time for a definition of terms. Question: What qualifies a person to be a Pro? Answer: Paycheck. That’s the…
