How to Work on a Movie Set

Want to work on a big time movie or commercial? Don't live in Hollywood? No problem. There are many ways to get behind the scenes or even in front of the camera.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

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   Search out opportunities on craigslist. The site has a job section devoted entirely to tv/film production opportunities. Many low budget, independent film makers will post ads on this site to try and find extra help for their projects.

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   Contact a local film commission. Many cities have non-profit organizations dedicated to bringing movie/tv productions to their area. Contact these places and ask about any upcomming opportunities.

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   Search the movie extras websites. Many films get their extras through websites such as movieextras.com.

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   If you can get a job/internship/volunteer with a movie take it. If the job is not want you want to ultimately do...do it anyway. Get experience and meet people. This is the only sure way up the ladder.

Tips & Warnings

• Make as many contacts as you can and always 'suck up' when possible...it may not be pretty but its a cut throat industry.

[HandymanBob]

on 11/4/2008 I didn't know where to start. Thanks

[showpup]

on 11/2/2008 Fun. There is a big movie that is planning to film just 45 minutes from my house in a small, victorian style town. Considering we are boonies type neighborhood, I assume they will bring most of their extras with them. ;) 5 stars

[howfancy]

on 2/6/2008 Great idea. Very well explained.

[howfancy]

on 2/6/2008 Great idea. Very well explained.

[howfancy]

on 2/6/2008 Great idea. Very well explained.