How To Get A Paying Job In The Film Industry

Learn directly from Amanda Johnson-Zetterstrom, Producer and Independent Filmmaker (Short Term 12, Friends With Kids, It Follows)!

In this Stage 32 Next Level Webinar you will learn the answer to one of the most asked questions there is in regards to film: how to get a paying job.

Whether you’re new to the industry, trying a different line of work, or getting back into the industry after a hiatus, it can feel like walking on to a minefield – it’s tough to know where to begin, how to get your foot in the door and how to get away from unpaid positions. Your host Amanda Johnson-Zetterstrom is here to explain how she got her start in the business, how she worked her way up to a Development Executive position, and give you detailed advice about how to navigate getting a paying job in the industry.

You will leave the webinar knowing:

• If it makes sense for you to get an internship or not.
• What different jobs exist in the industry - and if they'll still be around in 5 years.
• How to get a paying job in the film industry rather than unpaid positions.
• How to write a great resume and cover letter.
• How much money you can expect to realistically make in different jobs - so you know how much to ask for.
• What makes the most sense for you, your interests, and your lifestyle when pursuing paid work in the film industry.

Your host Amanda Johnson-Zetterstrom has spent the past 7 years working in the independent film industry in New York. She’s headed up development and production at Animal Kingdom, where she co-produced the multi-award winning Short Term 12 – and worked closely on projects like It Follows. She understands how to get a job – and is working exclusively with Stage 32 to share her know-how with you.