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    After visiting Cal's website I realized that someone here has some talent in writing as well as many other people here do too.

    Unforturnately for most people seeking work in Hollywood and finding a steady job is not easy unless you are either:

    A: rich
    B: Have a family memeber in the buisness.
    C. Or both.

    But you guys and gals shouldn't always look at the big picture. Trailer companies and promos (commericals) companies have staff writers also as well as assistant writers...along with editors (that where i fit in [img]smile.gif[/img] ) and are always in need.

    So if anybody is looking for a job as a writer or perhaps an editor don't forget the lesser options which pays just as good.

    Find a listing of every post production house for trailers and promos and go visit them. Make your face known. Good jobs as writers/ editors can be found...

    And best of all, once you get your foot in the door its solely up to your where you want to go and how much money you want to make.

    Trust me on this one.
    The higher the medium the more money you get paid but...

    as you move up the medium the more stress is involved and even worse, less work is available.

    When Im rested I'll talke more. Im sleepy, its 4am.

    Scott

    <font color="#a62a2a" size="1">[ November 09, 2002 07:00 AM: Message edited by: Hanthx ]</font>

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    I must admit, I hadn't thought of those avenues for employment.
    I'm not sure how interested they would be in someone who's sole experience, was writing 5 feature screenplays though.
    I would think you would have to have that specific type of experience.
    I mean, I have no idea how to write a feminime hygeine commercial.

    Matt Pacini

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    I'm sure you could look into it!

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    Writing spots for television shows (such as The Practice, Everybody Loves Raymond) and trailers are all formulaic.

    Watch a few commericals/trailers and you will begin to see a pattern.

    If you don't have any experience (I didn't, I was just ambitious) but have written anything that pertains to film or television...use it. If you can dedicate yourself to actually writing 5 features that means you're serious.

    Most people only have one script...that sucks.

    And...if you really want a awsome job and have a voice or can get vocal lessions for cheap...doing
    voice-overs for a living pays wonderful!

    More to come, it's Saturday and I need a beer [img]smile.gif[/img]

    Scott

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    Hanthx, I'm curious, have you actually gotten these gigs?
    If so, on what projects, how did you get the gig, what did you give them, etc.?
    Because I'd love to work in TV, or anything in the industry actually, until I take over the business and become hugely famous (laughing lightly here).

    Anyway, I'm still planning my move back to L.A. (I lived there for 11 years), and the plan is to try to set up some connections & strategy, instead of just showing up broke like I did last time.
    I would certainly pursue this, if I thought I stood a chance of getting in...

    Matt Pacini

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    One of the jobs I take upon myself is to write some scripts for a show I will be working on.

    Most editors have the "know how" to write the scripts for the spots but the staff writer usually does the job.

    I landed my job in a weird way...I shot some super 8 for my current company and then called them back telling them I wanted to broaden my horizions. My ambitiousness landed me a job as an assitant editor.

    I take it upon myself to cut as many spots as I can and write as many as I can...although its not required of an assitant editor.

    Getting a job is tough, but people only look at the major companies. Do as I said, get a listing of ALL the trailer and promo production houses and call them, visit them, make your face known.
    If they like you, they will give you a trial run sometimes...have you come in and write or cut some spots. Ask and see if they need any assitant writers, be willing to work night shifts...etc.

    A great way to get your foot in the door is to become a runner at a trailer/promo house. The companies are usually small so the chance of moving up the ranks is almost guarnteed if they like you.

    If you can make it on your own merits opposed to knowing someone it will help you significantly.
    Earn their respect and you're golden.

    Scott

    <font color="#a62a2a" size="1">[ November 10, 2002 04:39 PM: Message edited by: Hanthx ]</font>

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