C H A P T E R 47
BREAKING INTO THE INDUSTRY
Breaking into the industry actually begins during your education as you work to build a good social network, a sound education, and competent work. When your money or your training period runs out, the transition from learner to freelance crew member will become unavoidable. Prepare for this awful day by establishing proof of your skills. Make original short films and get them into festivals or conferences—which is not as difficult as you might think. Awards give your résumé distinction, establish the foundations of a professional identity, and incline employ-ers to interview you. Whether your work is made in or out of film school is imma-terial. A degree on its own does nothing to impress media ...
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