4 tricks of the film trade
Post on 24-Jan-2018
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Don’t major in film. Filmmaking is a craft that can be learned by doing. Instead of spending that $150,000 on tuition, use it to fund your first documentary.
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Know how to edit, film, and produce. You must be extremely nimble in how you bring value to the table. That said, you can’t do everything: know your limits, what you stand for, and where your interests lie.
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If you don’t have the capital to make a film, volunteer. But let your goals be known early on! Ask your employer to look at your reels and plant little seeds with a long-term view.
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Deeds, not words. If you say you’ll be there at 7 a.m., be there at 7 a.m., no matter how small the task. People will remember that.
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