Product Description

Nearly everybody wants to get into the movies or be on television—and here's the book that shows them how! Every year, thousands of students graduate from film schools, then settle in major centers of film and TV activity—mainly Los Angeles or New York. This book is a practical guide to help these newcomers launch their careers. Not everybody can be a star actor or director, but the closely related film and television industries offer exciting, financially rewarding careers in scores of affiliated fields. Here are just some that are discussed in this book, which also gives practical advice on how to make contacts and get job offers: Talent Agent. . . Apprentice Editor. . . Art Director. . . Assistant Cameraman . . . Assistant Director . . . Costume Designer . . . Director of Photography . . . Film Editor . . . Gaffer . . . Music Mixer . . . Production Assistant . . . Stage Manager . . . Storyboard Artist . . . and many more. In addition to career advice, the author presents true stories of men and women who tell how they launched their own successful careers. There is no clear, simple road to success in the film and television industry, but this book gives career-seekers the facts they need to develop a solid game plan and achieve their goals.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #113717 in Books
• Published on: 2002-11
• Released on: 2001-11-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 304 pages

Back Cover Copy
If you want to get into the movies or television, here?s the book that shows you how! It?s a practical guide to help newcomers launch careers in the world?s most glamorous industries. Not everybody can be a star actor or director, but the closely related film and television industries offer many entry-level positions that lead to exciting, financially rewarding careers in scores of affiliated fields. Speaking from experience in the entertainment business, author Tanja Crouch tells you how to get started. In addition to career advice, she presents true stories of men and women who tell how they launched their own successful film and TV careers. There is no clear, simple road to success in these fields, but if you?re seeking a career in television or film, you?ll find the facts you need to develop a solid game plan and achieve your goals.

By the author of 100 Careers in the Music Business

About the Author
Tanja Crouch is an agent in the music industry, and has many professional connections in the film and television industry. Her previous book also published by Barron's is 100 Careers in the Music Business.