I have a strong administrative background and I have previously worked for a production company as well as a casting director. I'm trying everything to get back into the industry and if anyone knows someone who knows someone...I'd love to work out of a development department or assist a producer.
2006-09-21 12:27:42 · 3 answers · asked by cmore8 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Other - Entertainment
cmore,
Your field is extremely competitive. Almost everyone out here has your exact same goal. You have to know someone to get in; not only know them but be close friends with them.
Volunteer for film festivals. I do that for fun (I'm not in the industry). You wouldn't believe how many job offers I get after helping out a director or screenwriter.
The smaller film festivals, will give you more exposure, however the larger film festivals will give you better contacts. Mind you, the larger ones are extremely competitive as well. You have people taking off from their day jobs in other countries to volunteer 24/7 with the hopes that they will come across some big name producer.
American Film Institute is coming up soon:
http://www.afi.com/onscreen/afifest/2006/v.aspx
Outfest (Gay and Lesbian) has some activities needing volunteers, check out their website.
www.OutFest.com
Also, look into the ethnic film festivals. They happen year round.
2006-09-21 12:49:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
do it yourself. theres lots of people out here in L.A. that qualify to work at the studios but can't get in. if your so special, tell them. then maybe you'll get hired.
2006-09-21 12:33:35 · answer #2 · answered by pete cochino 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hahahahaha...........i'll call paramount studios and tell them about you
2006-09-21 12:35:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋