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Careers for Film Buffs & Other Hollywood Types (Paperback)

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The only career series designed expressly to turn passions into paychecks!

These inspiring books let career explorers look at the job market through the unique lens of their own interests. Each book reveals dozens of ways to pursue a passion and make a living--including the training and education needed to polish hobbies and interests into satisfying careers.

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Careers for Film Buffs & Other Hollywood Types

Should Ebert have chosen you over Roeper? Can you name every Oscar winner for Best Cinematography since 1928? Then you are a film buff, someone who lives for the silver screen and knows everything about its movies and its stars. You may be surprised that your celluloid dreams can earn you real cash. In Careers for Film Buffs, you'll learn how other movie and television fans make money by:

Lighting up a scene
Bringing out-of-this-world characters to life with special effects
Dressing actors and actresses for their parts
Creating an animated character
Standing in for big stars . . . and more!

Inside, you'll find all the information you need on salaries, working conditions, and opportunities for professional advancement. Written for newcomers and career changers alike, Careers for Writers gives you the advice and guidance to make your Hollywood dreams come true.

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Paperback: 208 pages
Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 2 edition (March 26, 2003)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0071405747
ISBN-13: 978-0071405744
Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #423,657 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
greens planter, scoring mixer, visual effects art director, creature designer, suit performer, film commissioner, assistant camera operator, studio teacher, prop master, key poses, first assistant director, property custodian, second assistant director, location scout, storyboard artist, sound mixer, boom operator, location manager, script supervisor, production designer

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New York, Los Angeles, Elsevier Science, Star Wars, The Simpsons, Studio City, Directors Guild of America, Jeffrey Lynch, Michael Wiese Productions, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Steven Spielberg, Chicken Run, David Cassidy, Silman-James Press

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Basics of Video Sound, Second Edition by Des Lyver on page 45
Careers in Film and Video Production by Michael Horwin on page 30
Visual Effects Cinematography by Zoran Perisic on page 121
Stage Makeup (9th Edition) by Richard Corson on page 83
The Grip Book, Second Edition by Michael Uva on page 55

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5.0 out of 5 stars An awesome reference and fun to read., October 29, 1999

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This review is from: Careers for Film Buffs & Other Hollywood Types (Vgm Careers for You Series (Paper)) (Paperback)

When I first read the book, I was in my last year of college and didn't know which directions to head towards the career I wanted in film. I found many books, but this one definitely stood out form the others. It gave me a list of every career opportunity in the film business and how to get started. I am now working my way up the ladder to a successful career. I highly recommend this to every one that expects to achieve their goals in film.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing reference AND a great read, September 29, 1999

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This review is from: Careers for Film Buffs & Other Hollywood Types (Vgm Careers for You Series (Paper)) (Paperback)

This book is a wonderful guide to all the different jobs there are on a film set. When I moved out to LA to get work in the movies, I didn't know where to start. I picked up a lot of books and this one was the best. It is concise, easy to read and has every job you can think of, as well as how to go about getting it. Highly recommended!!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great for anyone interested in movies, February 20, 2004

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When you're looking for a way into what you know will be a competitive career, it's good to know there's so many options available. With this book, I was able to line up my background to find the right point of entry. Additionally, it really helped with learning all the jargon of the film industry. It gives you a real insiders feel. The writing breezes along with humor, insight and lots of practical advice. I'm always buying copies for my friends and I go back to it often just to refresh.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Helps explain all those exotic filmworld terms like best boy, gaffer, and grip
This book was fun to read. Written in an upbeat fashion primarily for young people contemplating working in the movie industry in production-related jobs, the book describes these... Read more

Published on July 20, 2005 by Thomas J. Perrone

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This book was started and finished in one day. A very easy read full of good information on a lot of film career types. Read more

Published on November 25, 2004 by Sundance Wilson

5.0 out of 5 stars The Most helpful book I have ever read
This is a great book for anyone who wants to learn about all the jobs that are found on a film set. It gave me more options and helped me find what job is right for me. Read more

Published on January 16, 2001 by Michael

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