What is the single biggest suggestion you would give to someone wanting to get into this career?

“Never work for free, even at the very beginning. If you are helping out a friend, ask them to cover your gas or give you a little money as an equipment fee. You are giving your energy and time — make sure you are compensated for it.”

What’s the #1 mistake people make when trying to get into this career?

“Talking, instead of working. Many people talk about what they are going to do, instead of getting on and doing it.”

What is the question people should ask about this career but rarely do?

“They rarely ask about making the switch from ‘real world’ to the working ‘movie world.’ There’s so little time to do anything outside work so maintaining friends and relationships is a perpetual struggle. And forget about parties!”