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)