If you are considering applying to film school, the following checklist of things to look for may be helpful. Often it is not possible to travel to every film school you apply to, so comparing a school’s bulletin against this checklist will help.
The bulletin is a booklet (or book, in some cases) that breaks down the classes and resources offered by the school. It is updated and issued to students every academic year. Bulletins are typically be mailed to prospective students upon request, but many film schools have them online.
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Graduates from a Film Studies program have a new opportunity in film & video production. Of course, with every opportunity comes a challenge – and in this case, the challenge is to find financing for your, or your employer’s, projects.
With the advent of digital equipment the scope of film & video production has widened. The usual Hollywood styled film production is no longer the only route to a career for film graduates. There are a multitude of opportunities in audio and visual applications throughout business, government and the entertainment industry. That means OPPORTUNITY for the keenest graduates to produce their own film & video projects, or to land the most interesting positions with leading film & video production companies.
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Acting seems to be one of the things many people would like to do. It can certainly be rewarding, but it’s probably one of the hardest areas of the film industry to break into. If you’re hoping to work in film or television, there are plenty of other areas to consider. For example, you might think about producing, directing or script writing. Choosing the right film school is one of the key decisions you’ll make.
The first step towards getting into the film industry is choosing the type of career you want. Almost any job in the industry pays pretty well, so be prepared for lots of competition. You also need to keep in mind that you’ll probably be starting from the bottom, commonly as a production assistant (PA) – answering phones, fetching coffee, etc. Keep in mind that you will also likely need to move to where the work is available. In the film industry, that can mean working on location for weeks or months at a time.
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