For those in the NYC area, how can I get in the film business? I try applying for jobs, networking and still am having issues getting in the film business.
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Or you could get a camera and put yourself in the business.
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I used to find freelance work through Mandy.com back in the day. You'll earn crap wages, if anything, but that's how you network and eventually find much better jobs.
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The few people I know in NYC are teaching and theatre while things are quiet. Start reaching out to smaller theatres perhaps. Start socialising with these people.
Build a network.
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Hi @Josiah! I second Dan MaxXx on what you mean how you want to break in. Are you trying to write? Then you can be using Stage 32 to submit to professionals and feedback. If you're looking to be an assistant at a production company, I would check out entertainmentcareers.net. If you're looking to work on a crew - entertainmentcareers, Stage32, Mandy, and Craigslist (though be very careful with this last one). Production assistants on set, much like any other job, are all about who you know and the more crews you work on the more people you'll meet. Also keep connecting with people here and in private groups in New York as a way to keep your ear to the ground. When I was in college on the east coast I would PA in NYC and Philly and every gig I found was online, started off getting paid nothing or minimum wage and if you prove yourself on one set you can quickly get recommended for another through your supervisor. Hope this helps!