I've had a disagreement with a few wannabee production assistants about compensation. Now, perhaps I'm wrong on this. But let me tell you what I'm thinking. I'm new to all of this --- film-making. I'm focusing on screenwriting because I've always been a writer. I've decided that I need to learn more...
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Everyone starts at the beginning and when you start – you know nothing so you must be willing to gain enough experience to become worth paying something. I started working for free more than 40 years...
Expand commentEveryone starts at the beginning and when you start – you know nothing so you must be willing to gain enough experience to become worth paying something. I started working for free more than 40 years ago. Mostly, I was a star-struck wide-eyed wannabe that was overwhelmed by all the Hollywood glamour and glitz. I made some very valuable connections (most of whom have passed on) that served me well over the years. There is no shortcut to success so quit trying to start at the top only to work your way down. No one (even you,) is entitled.
All of this is worked out before 1 thing is shot
Another reason why I like to make films in third world nations
Todd – just one simple question. Do you think that elevated labor costs are linked in any way to the film industry’s exodus from California?
Todd, your post disappeared so I really can’t respond to it except to say that we seem to at least be on the same page.