Career Guides
Considering a career in film? Here are a few quick guides on training, where to find work and tips on how to get into the industry.
Getting Started
How To Find Film Internships [6 Easy Ways]
Film internships are an undeniably great way to start your film career. By attending a film internship, you get to learn about the industry whilst
How to Build Contacts in the Film Industry
In this guide, we look at how to do your research and approach the right people to build your film contacts. It sounds cliché, but
How To Get Into The Film Industry [Ultimate Guide]
To get into the film industry you first need to understand how the hiring process works. Unlike normal day jobs, the majority of film workers
Work Experience in Film & TV
How do you find work experience in the film and TV industry? As you know, it isn’t easy to find professional training in the overly
Film Networking
Film networking… a dreaded word for many. Film networking is a huge part of building your freelance career, and you have to be ready to
How To's
How To Use A Clapperboard [Easy Guide]
As a filmmaker, it’s important to learn how to use a clapperboard. Everyone knows what a clapperboard looks like (whether it’s a digital board or
How To Write A Film Production Cover Letter [FREE Template]
In this guide, we explain the structure of a film production cover letter in detail. There is also a free cover letter template at the
How To Create A Film Resume [FREE Template]
Having a decent film resume can really improve your chances of finding work with both major studios and local film production companies. Filmmakers will find
Tips
Walkie Talkie Lingo [How To Use Radios On A Film Set]
We look at walkie talkie lingo, radio etiquette and how they should be used correctly on a film set. Walkie talkies are a key piece
Film Set Terminology [Easy Guide]
Starting work in the film industry can be both exciting and intimidating. There are so many new things to learn on a film set. Making
Film Set Etiquette [6 Simple Rules]
In this guide, we look at basic film set etiquette throughout a normal day’s filming. Student and independent film sets are a fun place to
Driving Information for Film & TV Crew in 2023
For most crew members, driving is an essential part of working in film and TV. When the hours are unsociable and the locations remote, you
Night Shoot Survival Guide
Night shoots aren’t the most convenient or comfortable working day you’ll come across, but inevitably they pop up from time to time. Some jobs (like