
Introduction to the course, course goals and how the course is structured - including instructor-student communications and additional resources - to see if this course meets your expectations and goals as a student.
Brief overview of the five phases of film production in the Hollywood film industry - an essential primer for those who are completely new to the film industry.
Detailed look into three main phases of film production, as well as the potential job opportunities available in each phase. This is not an exhaustive list.
Following up from the previous lecture, this part examines the positions one would start with, pertaining to different departments in the three phases of film production, to get a first crack into the industry.
Introduction to self-awareness of the three essential components that constitutes any career decision - experiences, skills and passion - and how to examine yourself based on these three elements.
Insights on different tiers of experiences in the film industry and how to leverage these experiences to one's benefit or personal improvement.
Insights on different tiers of skills in the film industry and how to leverage these skills to one's benefit or personal improvement.
Introductory primer to how to draft a resume and website to host your portfolio of experiences and showcase your skills - including tips on website construction and what to put (and not to put) on a resume.
Brief overview of various networking sites and resources to use in getting additional jobs or staying connected in the Hollywood film industry.
Tips on staying in touch with colleagues and crew members via email - including email etiquette and insights on how to not be seen as an email spammer (because it's annoying).
Insights on what really matters getting in, and staying in, the Hollywood film industry - including the stuff they don't tell you about getting a job in the Hollywood film industry.
Conclusion to the course with a summary of the course content, goals and additional resources available - including instructor-student communications - ending on a positive note.
Emmy-nominated TV writer-producer (Joan of Arc, Deadliest Catch, Fast N' Loud) Graham Flashner shares his insights, tales and lessons learned working in the Hollywood scene in New York and Los Angeles.
20-year visual effects veteran, compositor and cinematographer (Titanic, Avatar, Man of Steel) Christophe Ivins shares his stories and lessons learned working in the Hollywood visual effects industry in Los Angeles.
From hotels to working at Disney and back to running his own design business, theme designer, fabricator and sculptor Mitch Mitton shares his insights taken away from working on various design projects in the Hollywood and local film industry, to interior design, and even the tourism industry. Get an exclusive glimpse of his work shed and his sculptures on display!
Transitioning from the music industry to the film industry, Vincent Levy Bryant shares his experiences that has shaped him to becoming a sought-after film and music composer in the local Georgia film industry and beyond.
BONUS: For staying all the way to the end of this course, this lecture is for you. More details inside.
Check out our new "Insiders with Insights" section added to curriculum, featuring interviews with people who have already made it, or are currently working with the "in-crowd" of the Hollywood film and television circle.
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Having worked on movies and television shows such as Guardians of the Galaxy, Alice Through the Looking Glass, The Walking Dead and Hemlock Grove in visual effects, an active professional in the Hollywood film industry will reveal the tips, tricks and steps to getting a film job in Hollywood. If you have been trying to break into the Hollywood film industry without any luck, this course will provide the tools and key takeaways you need to increase your odds of success in getting into the game.
Understand What it Really Takes to Make it in Hollywood's Competitive Film Industry.
Learn through real-life examples and personal observations about what current professionals in the industry do and what recruiters, studios and producers look for in new hires, as well as tips to preparing the resume and website for a first-timer in the industry.
Why This Course?
Taught by a real professional in the industry who worked on actual Hollywood blockbusters
Step-by-step guide with lots of in-depth information
Debunking of myths about breaking into the industry
Active discussion is encouraged between students and instructor
Networking and open collaboration opportunities with instructor and students
Coaching and mentoring on discussion boards included!
Learn How to Leverage your Current Experiences, Skills and Passion to Maximize your Chances of Breaking into Hollywood.
You will Learn How:
The film industry phases work
Various types of entry-level positions get you into different specializations in the film industry
To climb the job ladders of hierarchy
To identify your current Experience, Skill and Passion levels
To gauge where you stand against the professionals in the film industry
Recruiters, studios and producers hire candidates for most film jobs
To select the right projects and productions to work for
To create a film resume and website that makes sense for your position
Existing online resources and other surprising resources help in getting a job
To stay in touch with new connections with authenticity and good email etiquette
Hollywood myths circulate and what really matters in Hollywood
Complete with additional resources, a fun and engaging teaching style and - SPOILER ALERT - a wide unpredictable variety of content delivery methods, students who complete the course will also be awarded with a bonus section - kind of like that bonus clip is you sit through the entire credits roll at the end of a film.
If you participate in this course, you will walk away becoming more enlightened and empowered with these new insights and knowledge about how the Hollywood industry truly works, which would put you much ahead of the curve of everyone else who is trying to break into Hollywood.