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Movie Development Careers

For many aspiring filmmakers, movie development careers are the dream. Here's where you can discover how to become a Director, Producer, or Screenwriter.

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Production Art Careers

If you've got art and design skills, Production Art is the place for you. Learn how to combine your passion for film with your love for art through careers in set design, props management, and costuming.

Film Editing Careers

Film Editing professionals shape a film's story long after the Director has called "that's a wrap!" Here's what you need to know to get a foot in the door as part of this challenging but rewarding field.

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Production: Supervisors Careers

Are you a natural leader with a knowledge base in how to handle locations, script continuity, or keeping crew organized and on track? You might find your dream job listed here in Production: Supervisors.

Performers Careers

Lights, camera, action! If you're curious about how to become a working Actor or how to get on set as an Extra, you're in the right place.

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Special Effects Careers

Create explosions, build atmosphere, and generate otherworldly visuals as a member of the Special Effects department! These behind-the-scenes careers are responsible for some of the coolest elements of filmmaking.

Film Lighting Careers

The Film Lighting department is filled with experts on how to create realistic light, build atmosphere, and operate the lighting gear that makes the magic happen with ease. Can you see yourself as a Gaffer, Best Boy, or Grip?

Production: Camera Careers

Learn how to fuse your artistic skills with your camera expertise to create unforgettable cinematic images as a member of the Production: Camera department. Here's where you'll get all the details on working as a Cinematographer or in an Assistant Camera role.

Film Sound & Color Careers

Sound effects and color correction take visual storytelling to the next level. Learn how Colorists, Foley Artists, Sound Designers, and more use their craft to help create stories that impact viewers.

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Production: Specialty Careers

If you're intrigued by onscreen visual effects, drone piloting, safe weapons handling, and more, there might be a place for you in the Production: Specialty department.

Hair & Makeup Careers

Do you have hair and makeup skills? Here's how to get on set to help performers look their best (or scariest).

Marketing Careers

Marketing is one of the most creative behind-the-scenes departments in film. Learn how people working in film marketing create compelling campaigns and ensure audiences are in their seats on opening weekend.

Film Distribution Careers

The people who makes movies want their work to be seen. As a Film Distribution professional, you're here to help them reach deals with streaming services and get their pictures into movie theatres.

Education & Film Festivals Careers

Professionals in the Education & Film Festival category help filmmakers connect with audiences, whether it's through attending a Directors' panel at a prestigious festival or studying the oeuvre of legendary Screenwriters in a college classroom.

Representation Careers

As part of the Representation field, you make things happen for your clients. Learn how to become an Agent or Manager and start working with Actors, Writers, and Directors!

Production: Sound Careers

As a sound expert, you're integral to the success of a film, TV, or commercial project. Learn how to bring your technical know-how to careers in Production Sound.

Film Finance Careers

If you've got a knack for raising money and getting others excited about film projects, there's a place for you in Film Finance.

Film Music Careers

Where music and film intersect, magic happens. Discover how to bring your music-making abilities to the movie industry through a career as a Composer, Music Supervisor, or Music Editor.