Moving to LA to make Films

[@bandamountcinematics]

I’ll be there this year 🙏🏾

[@charlesedmundadams]

Thanks so much for making, hugely helpful. Making the move out there this summer after I graduate from film school.

[@novembersterlind1316]

this video helped me make up my mind about a few things..thanks for posting!

[@madihjorth8164]

I always wanted to move to LA because I want a career in the film industry one day!

[@johnstrong9744]

It's the most important to build your own path and self generate. I like what he said there about that... No one is going to find you. Write your own stories. Be your own architect. (And nowadays you can do that from your computer.)

[@Musiquedecor]

Thank you

[@hernanjimenez9345]

Man again you are posting so great information about filmmaking living! thank you so much your videos are awesome!!

[@Crimsonengine]

Thanks Hernan! I appreciate the support

[@calihighqualityfilms3351]

Took me a while to figure it out but I decided I was lucky enough to even be born close to Los Angeles

[@AdamBrianDada]

Lots of solid honesty here -- thanks for that. On the flip side, it's really difficult to imagine how The Scene will change as collaborative options accelerate online. I hate the internet from a production standpoint because it creates a lot of lazy daydreamers. They want to "film" but they don't show up. I think the thing I see the most whenever I visit friends in LA is that the fact that people made the move is a HUGE sign of a certain amount of diligence and focus. I know how hard it is to get actors to show up in Chicago (even paid actors!), I can't imagine how difficult it is to get folks in Fargo, ND to show up. But if they're making a huge move to the West coast, it's a sign that they're at least investing in themselves.

[@Crimsonengine]

Its very true. Actors often think you're assessing their talent, but half the time you're just wondering if they'll be there on the day :) I like to work with people on small projects if I can, the move to bigger things.

[@DuyNguyen-bh1of]

Thank you for sharing. Very helpful tips!

[@PrinceChris93]

I'm trying to decide between Atlanta,LA,Texas,New York but before I move I need to get all my equipment my biggest fear is crime rate, cost of living, but once I get my equipment my goal is to do just about anything to make those connections. I have an ENTIRE UNIVERSE OF CHARACTERS, I HAVE A PRODUCT AND LINE OF MERCHANDISE CREATED I EVEN WRITE MUSIC THE PROBLEM IS JUST MONEY, CONNECTIONS EQUIPMENT AND A TALENTED CREW WILLING TO BRING THINGS TO LIFE UNTILL WE MAKE A PROFIT I often wonder if every filmmakers starting out.. fears LA as much as I do I just feel like the crime rate,cost of living traffic and other bus there isn't worth it I'm considering Atlanta, Texas,NYC more just because the cost of living and rising movie community there seems to be better

[@hussainbellal]

Great topic to touch on, I am actually moving to LA at the end of August from DC to continue pursuing and expand on my film career as a solo filmmaker but more so as a DP. This was great advice and pretty much erased any doubts I had for moving. Ive been planning on it for about a year now. I have a ton of questions but Im sure you wont be able to get to all of them. Ill ask anyways. First, would you suggest joining a union/guild as a DP or even Director? And what are your thoughts on working for a company as a full-time videographer while still pursuing a career as a DP? Thirdly, what are the chances of getting signed to an agency as a DP or Director? Is it worth pursuing? Sorry for the incessant questions im just super curious 😅

[@hussainbellal]

Also wanted to go back to financing for features, Would you say that LA is the best place to raise funds for a feature? Maybe you can touch on a video that talks about the best ways to raise funds for a film?

[@hussainbellal]

Thanks Rubidium

[@Anglesandacid]

How interesting - I've been subscribed to your channel for months and never picked you to be a fellow Aussie! I'm finding that location can be a real inhibitor when it comes to renting equipment. Not much choice for rental houses in Brissie, (plenty in Sydney or Melb by the looks of it) - so I can imagine moving to L.A. or any of the other major capital cities can open even more doors than the connections you speak of in this video.

[@sols9449]

What lens are you using in this video. Do you do wedding films to subsidize your income. Coming from Australia California prob feels more like home. If you like to surf plenty of waves.

[@Crimsonengine]

Canon 50mm 1.4. Never shot a wedding, but I do direct commercials. Can't say I've surfer much these past 10 years, but never say never.

[@sols9449]

Crimson Engine oh! commercials are even better because it’s prob more related to film making in a sense and I’m sure it can pay well. 😎

[@laurengray4885]

Did you go to college or university in order to get jobs. I’m really passionate about film but I don’t have the money to attend schooling.

[@Crimsonengine]

I didn't go to film school. I got a BA in Philosophy and supported myself through school making films on the side.

[@DUST35]

I was wondering how you got the permission to live and work there, since you're from Australia?

[@Crimsonengine]

The US has a special visa for Australians called the e3. I had two of those, then got my Greencard. It was still a massive pain in the arse but nothing compared to what others have to go through.

[@DUST35]

I see, thanks for the reply! Great channel BTW :)

[@TheRabbitHole]

Your video is very insightful and true from what I've experienced in NYC. I went to film school in New Jersey and its always been a tough call to move out to LA or stay near NYC. NYC does have a lot of TV.

[@JitDawgBruhDang]

Where do you find jobs whether it be from Director - P.A. I live in Miami and I cant find a single job here that is paying or relevant. I’ve made music video, KZbin videos, promotional content but I havent really found any luck

[@DaleGribble1]

Clout9Cinema Atlanta/Georgia (close to you and popping) Louisiana, LA, New York, Chicago, Vancouver

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