Job searching in Cinema industry
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Working in film-making business usually reminds people of actors and actresses, directors, producers or some other limited positions such as camera operators, assistants, photographers, makeup artists and so on. The truth is, there are a lot more people who are involved, even more than what you see in the final notes at the end of movies. Studios, recently, have published some interesting information about the impact of movies on the economy. For instance, the movie of Taken2 was somehow connected with 14,000 jobs over 600,000 work hours.

The number of people directly involved in movies differs occasionally. In America, Close to 25% of movies are made by between 1 and 78 people. Yet, there are movies with more than 4500 people and it is estimated that this number can continue to grow. Let’s have a look at 3 areas with bright future and specific conditions you should possess to start working in these areas.

Visual effects

You should bring experience in lighting, art principles, processing and analyzing art tools. Visual effects are actually located on art and technology crossing. The need for visual edit on raw pictures is growing. This field is constantly revamping due to technological advances, so being up-to-date is always a necessity.

Sound engineering

Recording, amplifying, editing and mixing the voices require a range of experts and operators. To achieve a job opportunity, you usually must provide related certificates and experience. Advanced companies take exams in which only those with more advanced knowledge can be absorbed.

Lighting careers

Gaffer, Key Grip, Best Boy, Grip, Film Electrician and Lamp Operator are people who are directly connected. Yet, movies usually need electric designers, wiring specialists, and workers. In Hollywood, you will not get a permit to work as a lighting technician if you don’t know the exact number of voltages, of every single lamp using inside movies.