<p>I'm going to go to a CC in the fall and a couple years later transfer to a nice Uni. I really love video production and want to pursue a career in Hollywood making movies. </p>
<p>I've heard this business is very tough and extremely hard to be successful in. Most filmmakers are unemployed for long stretches at a time. I don't want to be poor in the future. </p>
<p>So what kind of jobs can I get with a degree in film production from lets say..USC, NYU, UCLA, or Chapman? I know I won't immediately get handed a movie deal and I'll have to work at it but is there a stable career I can get with regular non-free lance pay? And maybe benefits...? </p>
<p>What if I minor in marketing with a major in film? Or Vice-versa? Can I get a job as a "creative manager" or work in an advertising agency, distribution or production company, or make commercials? I want something where I can have a steady job with good money and also satisfy my video production needs. I can make small independent movies on my own time and maybe land a nice movie deal. </p>
<p>So please provide me with a specific list of careers I can do with the information above, links would be appreciated. THANKS!</p>
<p>Filmmaking is like acting: never go in the business unless you refuse to do anything else. There is no specific criteria (like a teacher becoming certified or a lawyer passing the bar) for a job. Talent and connections determine how you will fare.</p>
<p>It’s OK to get a film degree, but make sure you get some experience in a more ubiquitous type of market. I’m an English major and dream of some day being a great author, but I’m also practical, so I’m doing internships right now in real estate marketing, sales, and research. There’s probably a lot of areas that revolve around the business side of film making that you could get internships and maybe even make connections to push you further towards that dream. Case in point: Get your film degree but develop practical skills, as well. Good luck.</p>
<p>I agree with the last poster. Cast a wide net. If you learn a lot about photography, you can always work as a photographer or someone who does videography on the side or for your own business. </p>
<p>I know a famous camera man who has worked on major motion pictures. He got his start doing camera work for a university and also worked on documentaries. As he tells it, he finally quit his job and moved to California where he started at the bottom and worked his way up. But his work is still month to month…everytime a picture wraps he is out of work again. It’s the nature of the business. </p>
<p>But there are all kinds of things you can do with film and media. Commercials, websites, company training films…think out of the box and always look for the next opportunity. Never burn your bridges - learn to network. and good luck.</p>