Things To Know If You Want To Become A Film Producer

[@jamesmediaportfolio3279]

"Don't bother going to film school" Me, on the 3rd year of my Media studies degree: "Oh."

[@DBProds96]

media studies? lmao

[@jamesmediaportfolio3279]

@@DBProds96 Yep..pretty self explanatory

[@ExoticalsUnited]

lmao

[@moreafterthistime]

LMAO wtf is media studies

[@aliviasimpson6078]

I'm trying to get into a media production course in Uni (Uk) it's not just flim production, it's also radio and TV production as well. For me it's a little bit of all media 😁

[@emilthilsing]

"Don't go to film school" * Laughs in free education *

[@serotonin21tv]

I'm a film producer and he's totally right. I didn't realize i was a producer until suddenly i was. and i thrive doing it.

[@mikemike1779]

Do you enjoy it? cause I need some advice I'm about to go to high school and I'm trying to figure out what I truly want to do I have a list of careers but I feel like I would love film production

[@mic_derin]

How do you become one , how do I get a job ?

[@n0_70v3]

I was wondering how do I start because I'm 17 and I should be planning early

[@andyshistorylessons8278]

Are you still a film producer? I’m not trying to be stupid, this comment is 1 year old and anything can happen over that time. I hope you don’t mind me asking.

[@alexhein1738]

@@mic_derin he said you have to first start of being a production assistant and build your way up to becoming a film producer. you also have to always and must be a conversation starter so that people know that your confident and that they know what you want.

[@soniann969]

I was literally planning to go to film school. You just saved my life.

[@camila4918]

Soni Ann yes oh my god film school is such a waste of money I always want to tell people who are planning too but I don’t wanna sound too harsh

[@GanggsterR]

And a lot of money

[@epicdreamkid]

same

[@akiraholland457]

@@camila4918 why is a waste of money?

[@positivetrading4861]

What are you doing now?

[@user-ko3rx2ps7t]

Wow. "You don't get to wake up and be king". I love it.

[@jackknight7377]

i must disagree. Some people just do wake up and ARE king.

[@lanadavis8238]

Or QUEEN ☺️👑

[@anthonythegreat72]

Best advice I've heard from any film professional.

[@luckyboypictures]

The best advice I can give anyone, is not to look at yourself as what am I? But who am I? I am a mentor, a writer, a producer, a director, and entrepreneur! Don't let one title defy who you are. If you look at the most successful people today, nearly all of them well say, that nothing came easy! They had to create their own opportunity, by putting on many hats. Take a look at Tarantino, a brilliant filmmaker, that broke all the rules, by creating his opportunity. Look people, if you want to make it any industry including this one, don't wait for permission just to do something you love, or wait just to get on a set. There are two ways you can start, create your opportunity or start at the bottom and wait for a number of years just to get the opportunity in position like if you where starting out to create your own.

[@luckyboypictures]

Let this new year be the start of making your opportunity. Don't wait for permission from society or yourself to get started. Do it now.

[@Pinay.Diaries]

Marcus Bodington could not agree with you more!

[@barrydaryle7817]

True

[@Jaymellyz]

When he said "there is a lot of talented unsuccessful people" that hit hard I know a few personally....facts !

[@whengrapespop5728]

Film School was quite beneficial for me - *however, I went to a upper vocational film school,* meaning we did real productions and everything was in our hands, while the lecturers were actual in-industry workers who served as our mentors for our production and doing their own productions on the side. This allowed us to work in the industry while having the safety net and high-end equipment provided by our school. The school insured our productions, but we had to create the productions from A-Z (including financing them). The lectures were brutally honest for our best interest, and didn’t sugar coat anything as if they were parents hanging their kid’s drawing on a fridge. They provided insight about the industry in our country (Norway), and were even open to include us in their own (or other’s) productions outside of study if we “qualified” for it (they didn’t invite anyone, especially not the ride-along students). If students got project-offers outside of study that would prevent them from being able to meet up, the school would still count it as related to the school. At the time, I was quite unsure whether it was valuable to me/us or not, but in retrospect it truly was. Once you’re done, however, everything is still up to you - you have to make your own way.

[@WednesdayAddamsPastiche]

I seek a (co)producer for a crime/comedy movie (50 minutes). I have a film almost ready in post-production, but need a helper to find the best way to market that movie

[@Boshman_Motion]

I really like his closing statement " And you will learn if you want to"

[@Asylum247]

Easy to say when you walk into a career because you know someone. What advice is there for someone that has vision but not fortunate enough to have connections?

[@landovcomedy]

MAKE. CONNECTIONS.

[@Pinay.Diaries]

Asylum I may not be the best person to advice but I would start on looking for PA jobs then build your connections from there. Also, I practice, research, read books, watch videos and build my portfolio.

[@buzwallick8073]

Where do you currently reside? Location does indeed help. Do have a background in another field? My advice would be to go on staffmeup.com and see if there's anything filming near you and apply for some jobs. Also can check craigslist or another job posting site of your choosing. Your best bet is you want to get on a set, whether it be for a student film or short or maybe even a music video and start building out your resume and meeting people. As the fellow before me said, Make your Connections. Hope that helps!

[@MrsTruthTeller]

Build the connections….easy answer here

[@breanamalloy137]

Him: don’t go to film school Me 3/4 of the way through film school wanting to be a producer: ...

[@shaynwalker4787]

did you finish?

[@victoriafedorova8567]

Sameee lol

[@breanamalloy137]

Shayn Walker I finish next semester! I’ve got a lot of great opportunities from film school and already have things lined up for after school. So I wouldn’t say this is completely accurate! There’s no one way. I even gave a short I produced out now!

[@breanamalloy137]

@KASHMAER you can go through different distributors to get your films on tv and in theatres. Another route is online streaming platforms! Prime is an easy way to get your films out there easily.

[@DaleGribble1]

​@@breanamalloy137he was near LA in San Diego. That connection he glossed over is the difference. Its a massive thing others don't have.

[@jakerochford]

As a student that goes to SDSU right now and is contemplating whether to drop out and become a PA in LA with the hopes of becoming a producer and this opportunity has been opened for me by people I met when I was 15... this video has changed my life

[@leticiateixeira4896]

OMG! Did you went to San Diego State University? Did you liked? I was thinking about applying for there and listening him I was like: "Holy crap"

[@twkfield1682]

Hello Everyone, I'm a working professional in the industry who went to college and jumping off of this point I think it is very important to understand what is being said here. If you want to work in production (producing, gripping, gaffing etc.) you do not need film school and most film schools will not teach you these things except the bigger ones. HOWEVER, if you want to be a creative, not just a regular commercial and music video director, but someone who has a singular voice that people look to for inspiration, I highly recommend college. Yes we can all name big directors who skipped school but I would argue that one of the best places to try new things and find your voice is at school. You do NOT need to major in film, this is key! BUT I would recommend taking a few film courses and getting as many jobs on real sets outside of school that you can. As writers/directors/creative producers I highly recommend taking courses in literature, history, art, and science. Again we can name directors who make movies that talk about other movies but we all need to remember writers and directors are highly intelligent people for the most part and they got there by studying a lot of stuff and that stuff translates itself into the types of media they make. In short you do not need school to do anything in the industry, but if you come from a low income, low education family like I did, college is one of the best places to find what interests you most.

[@happyjanicki2868]

Hey there, I have a few questions, do you mind sharing you Instagram so that I can DM you ?

[@lightpointfilms3798]

How do you even start becoming PA on sets? i find that the hardest part.

[@michaelbretten3363]

1000% correct. I started doing none union bg in the early 2000's and PAing. I now Produce. No one ever asked me where did I go to film school at.

[@jackknight7377]

I can relate: i.e. If you've got the natural talents and ambition of a chef, do not go to school. Just do what you love long enough and you will be loved back tenfold.

[@oliviaenglish8051]

I see a lot of people on here talking about how his big break was "luck". It's not luck to have good connections. MAKE. THEM. Get on Linked In, and make connections. If you're in an area that has a film industry, attend events! Just talk to people, and make good impressions. Don't just attend the talks, a lot of times, the after party events at bars are much are more important for meeting people. (Though this is all ridiculously difficult through COVID) Talk about things other than work, or what you want to do (It'll come up I promise!). Ask about THEM. not just their jobs. If people feel like you're just talking to them for their connection, they'll lose interest. (And its just more fun to talk to people like people!) Unless you have a stupidly impressive resume (which how could you if you've never had a job in production) making connections is the way to go with ANYTHING in the entertainment industry.

[@danielneeds836]

this is awesome advice mate! thanks for sharing

[@barrydaryle7817]

I would still go to Film School or recommend Film School if you want to be a producer. It all depends on what school a person attend to.

[@nagalocalproduction]

How to start Film, if i have no Digital camera and Microphone???

[@shontaiblye9104]

I would say don’t go to a film school where you won’t be on set daily and building your portfolio consistently. Almost every director I admire has a degree related to the arts in some way.

[@아인-d8n]

Im a 14 year old girl who wants to become a producer

[@yinghu9563]

intaenetcrush same

[@lacasadehonor9408]

Me too, let's work together and make awesome films

[@naviiroy9419]

Most welcome dude

[@xhoodiex7995]

XD me too!!

[@icedynamite1560]

intaenetcrush I’m a 20 year old guy who needs a producer. Let’s work together

[@melaniebuford]

Watching this as I have aspirations of producing quality films people can be inspired by. My “film school” was acting in short films a film for Disney and a commercial. Not interested in directing but as an actor I just would like to also produce to give aspiring filmmakers a chance to work on set.

[@angeldelatorre3252]

I was thinking about going to film school just to get the ideal of it but thanks you saved me money

[@kawiineko8667]

I am not sure what i want to do for my job. But right now i really like the idea of film producing, I think this video has helped me clear up some things I was unsure about. thank you! im very late but im still thankful for the tips and advice :)

[@20questionsfilm]

Make sure you know WHY you want to be a producer. If it's just for the money, there are better ways to make money. If it's because you love movies and get a kick out of making things happen - then movies can be very satisfying. ALSO - there are a ton of people out there who want to be directors, actors, DPs - and they all need a good producer because they don't want to do that part. There are only a few serious people who are focused on being a producer. That means you can pick the very best talent to work with. Don't screw around with people who do follow through with what they promise. Good luck - Joe Crump

[@edwardmartinez4507]

@@20questionsfilm Joe, I just produced a low budget music video. I was stressed during the fund raising part and people actually to show on set. This video helped a lot. What part is the most stressful for you in terms of producing?

[@ashleyjohnson3158]

I think I was more so looking for specific things you could do to prepare to be producer.

[@buzwallick8073]

Such as? Finding funding? Financing? Setting up escrow and bank accounts? Casting? Building a budget? State and tax incentives? Development?

[@christopherpurcell9880]

@@buzwallick8073 yes

[@casualprince8779]

Buz Wallick exactly. Something for those of us at only point 1.

[@7777voyles]

Excellent information thank you

[@frankmigliore9240]

What if I specifically want to be a producer but go to a small college that won’t put me in debt. I still plan on learning from as many other sources as possible (online classes, books), but I don’t think it’s possible to replace things that in-person film school can offer such as cooperative experience, connections, internships, and industry studies. Please help 😕

[@barrygold4013]

You made my dream come true...Thanks and God bless

[@RamiroGarza]

This is THE advice

[@nolashdemon]

Cool. I didn’t go to film school, and I’m actually making okay money, just starting out tho :)

[@AhmadShah-jn8hi]

How much do u make?

[@evand2686]

did u go to college or no school at all?

[@leopard--]

@@evand2686 i don’t think it would matter. Like if she went to college to get a certain degree but then she wanted to become a producer then basically the degree she get from college is useless.

[@PhunnyConflicts]

I wish I had this kind of talk when I was younger. Not really having these wealth of information when I was younger, I too thought that all there is too be was a director, actor, and producer. Now I wish I was a set designer or making iconic props

[@antomarkunovic]

So, would a legit way to learn, by "just get on a set" be - if none available, make one, try to make a short film, 2-5 minutes, prepare it well, plan it out, budget it, cast actors, get gear, shoot it on location, cut it, add audio and deliver it ? Seems like it could work, since that's how I did it, I shot a short web series, first episode like that.

[@yzfilm8220]

Why learning practice doing a job instead of just practice the job.

[@saulalejandrogv]

"Don't go to film school" *Watching this video to found inspiration to write my motives letter.

[@RolandDeschain1]

PA work is as valuable as a film school, because you get to watch and learn the mistakes people make that can cost productions money and time. Stephen Soderberg said that any reasonably intelligent adult can direct a film. But to run a set and know how the dynamics of a crew works is something you can only learn by being in that environment. So fetching coffee or pulling cable for a few years will teach you an enormous amount. And, most importantly, you will learns whether you actually want to do it or not.

[@theo.jovitch]

I always here that "you just have to get on set" , but how? If you don't know anyone to get you there how are you supposed to find your way? It's like being told: "yeah if you want to work in movies you just gotta talk to Shannon - Shannon who? I don't know any Shannons - Yeah man, just talk to Shannon." Can someone please tell me where to find Shannon?

[@camila4918]

Search up PA jobs near you on literally any site. Then from there start building your portfolio

[@endlesseverything460]

I love the example! You can look for work as an extra in films or shows. At least you're on set.

[@DNOJ]

I've always thought of producing as funding films/projects And if they do good you get back your investment with a profit

[@barrydaryle7817]

Indeed, concur

[@ificandoitucandoit1]

I like what you said, because it isn't easy. I have been doing filming and editing over 10 years, went to school for editing- got certified and still looking to get into my dream job. Do you have any positions open, I would like to become apart of your creative team, I have unlimited energy and creativity. All I need is a chance??

[@noellymo5759]

ificandoitucandoit1 hi can you check me via what's app [phone]

[@jcliff6247]

Hi, im Cliff I have a few production in the works. Message me: [e-mail]

[@ArunYadav-nh3lg]

Really great to hear you hi i am arun yadav from Mumbai bollywood. I Worked hear age line producer .

[@charliegoldson]

thankyou so much! really helped me!

[@AceHardy]

Keep it up 🔥🎶

[@brooklyn.z34]

Well then if not go to film school then where do I go for college if I want to be a producer?

[@UnbreakableRukawa]

clearly you should go to mcdonalds, because he already explained it in the video with basic english and you still didnt get it.

[@ghostridergunship]

Brooklyn 1358 I think he's saying that the set of a production is the best classroom, and any other relevant info you can probably find for free on the internet.

[@AndresGarcia-rz2zd]

for security and liability, your best bet is to go to school for media communications.

[@buzwallick8073]

@saikyoMog Resurrect Whew, a lot of vitriol being spit! You're right in many of your points though. It is 100% up to YOU to make stuff happen. I think that's what I was saying in the video. My connection that led me into the industry (which I went into detail about but was cut I believe from the interview) was stemmed entirely from the fact that I bought a digital camera and was making short films on my own. My friend knew I had a camera so when he was asked if he knew anyone that had a camera that could shoot an interview he passed it onto me. That's it. That was my connection. It was for the Pumpkinhead dvd bonus features. Nothing too glamorous. My point being that I worked hard on my own and a friend noticed and he passed info to me. If that had not happened I would have started applying for any and all jobs that I could have to get connections. Everyone's path is different, but the clear common denominator is working hard for yourself and not waiting to be discovered by anyone. Never wait for life to come to you, you come to life! Thanks for watching, hope this clears up some stuff! @SaikyoMog Resurrect

[@barrydaryle7817]

@@buzwallick8073 Indeed right on

[@davidzuzunagarossi8421]

Hola alguien abla espanol estoy interesado en estudiar director de peliculas de Hollywood pero tambien ablo bien mi ingles vivo en Australia Brisbane soy de peru y quiero ser yo un director de peliculas que consejos me dan oh recomiendan

[@EduVillarroel91]

I finished film school and have to say it, he’s right. Learned many many things but I’m kind of stuck in this shitty mindset

[@yansngeceler4172]

He has a great voice. He should do VO :)

[@LoiselsPhotography]

So my question is, how do you get on to a film set with out a degree?

[@DaleGribble1]

Make some short films and music videos for people. Get a good camera 4k or 6k or 8k, and work for cheap. Make connections. Being in LA or Atlanta or NYC or Vancouver is huge as well

[@simplymelo8579]

His name?

[@CyberGmr]

im going to film school for connections and i won't have much if any student debt.. is that fine???

[@20questionsfilm]

Film school is a great place to learn your craft. It's also good to go through the core curriculum that most universities offer - so find a school that has good academics. It's also a great place to grow up and be around people who love film. BUT, it probably won't get you into the business - that comes because you make movies. A lot of the people I went to film school with forgot to make movies. Don't lose focus on what matters. - Good luck - Joe Crump

[@barrydaryle7817]

While going to Film School, I would tell a person to do an internship while attending Film School, that way you get the education and experience at the same time. I know I'm late but that's my opinion.

[@isabellar1956]

@@barrydaryle7817 what are some examples of internships?

[@rashuneknight3939]

The film school I plan to go to is way less than a thousand dollars

[@barrydaryle7817]

Exactly; it depend on what Film School. Not all film schools operate the same. I believe Film is a great way to network and learn about the industry as well.

[@feliciarickyfela2915]

beautiful★thank you

[@movealongjohn]

I literally just got accepted to film school and now idk how im going to tell my parents im not going

[@onelife00369]

Thanks

[@moreafterthistime]

I’m a PA and I did not go to film school.

[@WednesdayAddamsPastiche]

I seek a (co)producer for a crime/comedy movie (50 minutes). I have a film almost ready in post-production, but need a helper to find the best way to market that movie

[@amonifinau4048]

Thanks!

[@nicclarke1151]

I agree about film school, it was definitely a waste of money and time. Although I disagree about how easy he makes it out to just "get" a PA job. Been trying for 8 months.

[@buzwallick8073]

The industry changes every few years and obviously it was a while back that I was starting my career begging for PA gigs where I could get them. If I might ask, where have you been applying for jobs? I always recommend using Staffmeup, LinkedIn, and craigslist for people starting out for low level positions, but I'm curious if those aren't working for you or not. Let me know!

[@DavidLLambertmobile]

Be flexible & realistic. You can get jobs in GA, VA, PA, NC, NM too. Many people think its Hollywood or NY but in 2019 its not.

[@movie_maker_mike]

This is good!

[@dx7689]

I actually do want to move to LA to be a producer

[@joshrhoads9419]

and there it is, "fortunate enough to meet a few people who cracked a door open for me"

[@alchemicvisuals3695]

I love this!

[@soundguy_znclark1919]

The good thing with me is yes I want for film school for my bachelors and going into my masters but sadly I lost my dad due to Covid he has a federal line of duty death that I got some money to help me go to college basically I’m going to have no to a little coming out of film school. Put the pretty cool thing with the College I’m going to is there is a lot of hands on and they try to recommend you to put together a short film with Flangel other people from different classes and do short films on campus to get more experience. In my masters I’m going to have to make a short film to graduate I have to be a director or producer to say this is what I did for my masters

[@GoldF4TE]

Thank you!

[@BD-qc8zz]

perseverance !!!

[@mallorykimiya8739]

I’m talking film making in highschool

[@derekp13]

Great words of advice

[@livrose1019]

I mean its not technically film school but i wanna study media production at university...is that bad? 🥴

[@ChazFenwick]

Love this!

[@martyh8830]

Good advice

[@teletemoignage467]

Great advice

[@brownjovi]

Real talk. Nice.

[@thaifood1387]

thank u man

[@mocny01]

very nice,,thanks

[@keepyourfamilyclose]

Could you take a look at some of my work I'm new to this and I think what I'm doing is OK what movie I do it always has a story behind it

[@matonamagopeni8366]

Good day Sir, I am currently at a film school in South Africa and I'm pursuing Producing as my major, I've Produced a Documentary that won best Doccie for first year. I would really love your assistance in this field. Producing consists of so much paper work, could you kindly help me with Production paperwork templates. Or if anyone in the comment section can assist, I'd appeciate that.

[@landovcomedy]

Perfect insight!

[@davidzuzunagarossi8421]

Hi all my name its david Zuzunaga i speak Spanish i am from peru lima but i was raised more in Queensland Brisbane Australia so i wanted to be interested in filmmaking can i do it anytime

[@WalkrFilms]

BIG FACTS

[@Ze_borgz]

Hi their I'm 21 years old , from Australia and want too pursue a gaming industry career/ Tv Career I was curious on how I should start this journey , do I become a game designer first or game artist or general producer , I'm not sure programing is right for me , but thought maybe you could give me some guidance , thanks. One day I would like too produce and go to events like E3 and comic con , supa nova and show off a new game I been producing. Don't know where or how I should start this journey , interested too see where my career path starts and what courses I may need too study too pursue these careers.Thank you looking forward too any response. Thought this video would relate too gaming and fil , which I'm still deciding which I want too do. Kind regards

[@rikirex2162]

just get out of Australia if you can..unless is fishing gaming...in WA...sorry... joke.

[@Ze_borgz]

yeah that's true , hoping too move too America when I'm older or get visa , currently got not much money ,so struggle a bit but working on it.

[@rikirex2162]

all the best

[@hardhustlamuzik]

🙌 Dope af!

[@madvillainy6845]

Going to film school or any post-secondary school 99.99999% financial quick sand ⏳

[@Joy35]

"you dont get to wake up and be king"...ha i knew that but the way he said it..CLICK

[@mychalsimmons4177]

Great Advice!!!!!!!!!!!!!OMG!!!!

[@s1xeyez]

wait .... but if you dont go to film school then how are you going to be a producer officialy?

[@NgaraWamambo]

Your body of work makes you an official producer. Anyone who sees the work you've done, if it's any good, will not question your abilities as a producer.

[@hollydonald5032]

Film school in nz is like $8000

[@MineLetsTalk]

Hey Guys, im fron Germany and I want become a film producer, does somebody know a good company where I can start to become one? I just wanna learn whats need to know about everything, but as a German one its hard to know about foreigner companies

[@MineLetsTalk]

Thank you very much :) hope it will work

[@WednesdayAddamsPastiche]

I seek a (co)producer for a crime/comedy movie (50 minutes). I have a film almost ready in post-production, but need a helper to find the best way to market that movie . Ich spreche Deutsch

[@Jayvante]

I don’t want to be a producer, I just want to build film studio(s) and be an actor

[@alexhein1738]

take theatre classes

[@roythousand13]

To be a successful producer, you need a lot of capital or have access to people who have a lot of capital.

[@admenad6542]

Is my wish

[@alexandergriffiths3615]

I’m about to graduate from film school and he’s damn right about not going. Total waste of time and money.

[@candymeltproductions5392]

TO ANYONE READING THIS HE IS 100% RIGHT 😂 EXAMPLE : RAPPER DRAKE THAT DID NOT GRADUATE HIGH SCHOOL NOR GO TO COLLEGE EXECUTIVE PRODUCER OF TV SHOW EUPHORIA . THANKS 4 READING AND GOD BLESS

[@auroramothergoddess]

Keywords “somebody cracked a door for him” well fuck I’m screwed then

[@Guest-x8n]

It is 80 thousand dollars

[@thakidreese6043]

Can you become a P.A. after high school

[@warehousemouse69]

* me starting film school on monday * .......... :p okay

[@OBnice777]

damnnn that was good

[@starbright6579]

Why spend $80,000 to be in a classroom having a teacher teach you film producing when you can join the film connection for $13,000.00 be in a real film studio and have a real film producer teach you instead of a college professor.

[@alexhein1738]

well actually you learn a lot more and better in college. its cheaper.

[@thenew30303]

Ah, shit. Im going to an arts highschool lmfao

[@moreafterthistime]

No one gives luck enough credit

[@nunyabusiness757]

This really didn’t answer anything specific.