i have always been interested in it, but i know nothing about it...do they expect you to know what you are doing ahead of time?
2006-11-05 06:23:22 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
It's up to you...If that is the line of work you like to pursue then it's okay, you just probably have to take more of the beginning classes...They are at the universities(e.g. USC) so they can be expensive...You have to decide whether it's worth it...Or if you have the money and would just like to learn.
2006-11-05 06:26:40 · answer #1 · answered by feanor 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to be very, very careful.
First off, learn how to make films on your own time. There are local classes at your community center, or you can research online and start practicing on your own, even if it's with a cell phone. This will tell you whether or not you like it--you may not. Also, 99% of the students at a good film school will have been doing this already, some for many years. Steven Spielberg made his first movie at 14, I think, and it was a lot harder to do it back then than it is now.
You don't have to know how to handle a camera when you go to film school. On the other hand, most good schools will be accepting people who've had practice before. If your school doesn't do that--just lets people in without experience--there's a good chance you won't get a job afterwards. Even at good film schools, most people don't get jobs. Think about that very, very carefully.
It's all very well to say "I don't want to be old and regretful." But you also don't want to be 35, broke, in bad health after years of no insurance, and without any skills. That's very common. I strongly urge you to seek out a knowledgeable person--a working filmmaker--and ask to work with him or her, perhaps in terms of paid lessons, perhaps just helping him or her out around the studio. Get an idea before you jump in.
I also suggest a minor in finance, accounting, or computer science, all of which will help you get established in the film industry or elsewhere. Success in creative industries is often a function of differentiating yourself from the competition. Having a functional minor is an easy and very effective way to do this.
2006-11-05 16:49:09 · answer #2 · answered by vanveen 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not a horrible idea. Good to be interested in what your'e studying but remember to think about what kind of jobs you can get right out of school with that degree. I majored in Psychology because it's interesting to me and I'm passionate about it. But in order to do something in that field I pretty much have to go to grad school. I'm currently working for a credit/debit card processing company. Good luck.
2006-11-05 14:34:54 · answer #3 · answered by G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there might be prerequisite classes you have to take depending on the college. look into it on your own first just to make sure you want to spend the large amount of money on college if you're not already in it. then if you really want it go for it.
2006-11-05 14:28:44 · answer #4 · answered by collgegrl11 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no it aint a horrible idea, that is why we have schools so people can learn to become what they want to,, if that is what you want to do i would say do it , give it a try,,you dont want to be 69 yrs old sitting on the front porch playing the i wish i had when i was younger game
2006-11-05 14:27:23 · answer #5 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is absolutely not a bad idea. College is for learning, and instructors should facilitate your learning, regardless of how much you know beforehand.
2006-11-05 14:26:37 · answer #6 · answered by shrimplouie 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
probably not, but ask the college, or the students in the program
2006-11-05 14:26:19 · answer #7 · answered by psycho_chic_in_training 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, if that is what you desire to do than go 4 it!!
2006-11-05 14:27:48 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋