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Most of the nation's major feature films are produced in Hollywood by a few large studios. However, the filmmaking industry is slowly changing. Increases in small, independent film companies and sophisticated technology have made it easier for small producers to make movies.

Wherever films are made, studios and production companies handle finances, production, publicity, and distribution. However, an army of small businesses and contractors come on board to actually make the film. You can still have a great day job—or even a fulfilling career—while you're waiting for your big break.

Filmmaking and film production careers include:

Pre-production

• Screenwriters
• Art Directors
• Scene Designers
• Model Makers

“I do not suppose I shall be remembered for anything. But I don't think about my work in those terms. It is just as vulgar to work for the sake of posterity as to work for the sake of money.”  —Orson Welles (1915-1985)

• Carpenters
• Electricians
• Costume Designers
• Makeup and Hair Artists

Production

• Cinematographers
• Camera Operators
• Gaffers (lighting specialists)
• Sound Engineering Techs
• Film Recordists
• Boom Operators
• Multimedia Artists
• Animators
• Production Assistants

“There is no terror in the bang, only in the anticipation of it.”
  —Alfred Hitchcock (1899-1980)

• Grips (stage hands)

Post-production

• Film and Video Editors
• Dubbing Editors
• Film Librarians
• Sound Effects Editors
• Audio Recording Engineers
• Marketing Personnel
• Advertising Workers
• Sales Representatives

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