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Becoming a Full-Time Filmmaker: When to Quit Your Day Job.

11 years ago1 week ago07 mins

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…

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