Actors...

I haven't posted anything in a while, it's been a little crazy. So I wanted to write a post to you guys. First of all: happy holidays, I hope everything was happy and awesome!

Now down to business.

Today I'm gonna talk about actors. If you plan on becoming a director or almost anyone who is working on set with actors, has to put up with them. This can be hard. Grip, gaff, sound, or anyone who is working stick to their jobs and (usually) have a good attitude. Actors and actresses are usually picky and rude and needy. Directors can and often are also be like this. It helps that it's hard for them to get fired. You can fire any one of your crew so fast, but your main actor is acting up, you can't just fire him, or you would have to re-cast and re-shoot everything you've done so far.

Actors, can't live with 'em, can't live without 'em.

You have been warned.


-
Sirwhovian, Out!

Getting A Job In The Biz

To get a job you need a resume and a reel. In this post, I will explain what they are and how to create them.

This is my editing resume:

I put it on this paper with the film strip on it to make it stand out and interest people. As you may notice, this does not look like a normal resume. This is a resume for a film crew position, wether that be editor, cinematographer, or just grip. On the left side of the page I put the the titles of the films I've worked on along with the production company I did it for. On the right, I put the positions I did on those films. This is a simple film resume.

This is my editing reel, click the video or the link below to play:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2UuL2OOPRs&feature=plcp

This is a compilation of my editing work to show people what I can do. Don't put the full clip or film, just the best tid-bits. For a cinematography reel you wouldn't add the different songs or voice tracks. You would have lots of pretty pieces that you've shot and added to some cool music.

One of the biggest things you need to get into "the biz" is connections. These are the people who will get you jobs or who know someone who will get you a job. If you ever need help finding come connections, I have many and you can comment below with your e-mail and ask for my help.

Anything you want to know? Comment below to let me know! (tee hee that rhymed)

Production Tip #1 Being Proactive

If you want a film to be made, YOU have to do the work. YOU have to find the people who will help you with this, YOU have to get the funding, etc. But also if you're hired onto another persons film or set, give it your 100%. Even if your job is just to get a prop from another room, give it your all. Film is the most collaborative art form, and it works with bits and pieces that fit together and move. If one part stops working, it effects a big chunk of the machine that is film making. You must be urgent about your job, meaning, do it quickly and with purpose and do it well. If you slack off, you're probably not going to have a lot more job options later. So why are you still reading this? GO FILM!

-Sirwhovian, Out!