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own production company and then on he started producing hi Sir Richard Attenborough was born in Cambridge England. Before he began his film What sort of jobs can you come across in the film industry? Have you ever dreamed of directing your very own film? The position of a director is very important and it is the driving creative force in a film's production. In order to succeed in this position, you will need to build successful relationship with production, technical and creative team to sure the production will run smooth. Working with the scriptwriters will help you visualise and structure the scenes. Once you become a director, you main David Lynch is a famous American director who has worked with many notable people in the industry. He attended many arts schools during his youth in dodgy areas of Philadelphia. With all his hard work and dedication, David went onto director his first film Eraserhead. He started making one film to another, as he

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own production company and then on he started producing his very own films. Going couple of years forward, he gone onto produce many films and film documentaries which many people have found very inspirational. Sir Richard Attenborough is a man that many people look up to and aspire to be like him.

Sir Richard Attenborough was born in Cambridge England. Before he began his film career he was a member of the marriage Guidance Council and an academic administrator at the Emmanuel College. He began his film career by becoming a deserting sailor for the film In which We Serve. From then on, he has been starred in many films from London Belongs to Me, Morning Departure and Brighton Rock. In the late 1950s, Mr Attenborough created his

What sort of jobs can you come across in the film industry?

Have you ever dreamed of directing your very own film? The position of a director is very important and it is the driving creative force in a film's production. In order to succeed in this position, you will need to build successful relationship with production, technical and creative team to sure the production will run smooth. Working with the scriptwriters will help you visualise and structure the scenes. Once you become a director, you main duties are to help other production members who are working on casting, script editing and shot composition. They will need the guidance and your opinions on their ideas for the film. Directors are ultimately liable as to whether a film succeeds or fails in the market.

David Lynch is a famous American director who has worked with many notable people in the industry. He attended many arts schools during his youth in dodgy areas of Philadelphia. With all his hard work and dedication, David went onto director his first film Eraserhead. He started making one film to another, as he directed the film Elephant Head. David’s hard work and determination was recognised and then created 4 films in the space of 6 years; Wild at Heart, Twin Peaks and On the Air.

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Creative – Hair & Make-up (Pre-Production)

Just like the props and costume section of the department, hair & make-up involves a lot of creativity. If you have always had an interest in fashion, why not go out and pursue your dream. Hair & Make-up jobs may sound very straightforward and gaining, as much experience is imperative. Once you have become an established hair & make-u artist, you will have to ensure that all performers look suitable and look good in front of cameras. In a way, it is a great opportunity for you to experiment your ideas or by working according to a specific brief. Normally, make-up artist’s work on there own or work with other members of the production, but it depends on the production.

Sofia Coppola is one of the most successful and influential female directors in the US. She went on to pursue a career in acting during her youth and she made appearances in many great films The Godfather, and The Godfather Part .ΙΙΙ Sofia has also helped her father by taking part in some of his films, which include; The Outsiders, Rumble Fish, The Cotton Club and Peggy Sue Got Married. Mrs Coppola has taken part in some of the most popular films, but she keen to start directing her own films just like her dad.

Cher Coulter is a British celebrity make-up stylist and fashion designer. According to the Huffington Post Newspaper, they have described Cher as ‘one of the most dynamic names in fashion and celebrity styling of the past decade. Possessing an extraordinary sense of chic and internationally renowned reputation for forward thinking style, Cher’s singular talent has made an indelible mark on the world of fashion’. Cher studied at Central St.Martin’s University and first started off as dresser in fashion shows. From then on she has become on of the most exciting stylists to come out of the UK.

Penny Lovell, like Cher Coulter, she is one of the best make-up artist and stylist around. Mrs Lovell started working in a trendy clothing boutique and she realised that she had good fashion knowledge and a natural talent.She is much older than Cher, and you know she is very experienced; some of the most famous celebrities

in Emma Watson, Rose Byrne, Mary Elizabeth Winstead

and Taylor Schilling. As well as being an experienced make-up artist, she was born and raised as a Londoner.

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It’s Bella Hethcote! Penny Lovell has established a good relationship with her client Bella Heathcote.

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Technical – Lighting Operator (Pre-production)

Now, do you feel you are physically up for tough mandatory responsibilities? Becoming a lighting technician is by not of all means easy and you have to be ready for any tough challenges. This job role is one of the most pivotal jobs you can get in any film production. You will be expected to set lights according to the scene/location and then you will receive help from experienced electricians. While you work in this job role, the director of the film will give you the guidance as to how he wants the lights. Some of your responsibilities include; running electrical cables and getting the correct brightness from the light. Are you ready for the heavy lifting and workload?

Bernie Davis – Going back many years, Bernie Davis was attending a lighting course to become an official lighting operator. After the lighting course, he became a freelance some years ago and now dedicated himself to lighting OB events and performances including the Royal Variety, the Proms and the Royal Wedding.

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Lee Allen – Mr Lee Allen is a very experienced moving light operator who became a BBC staff LD a few years ago, according to his friend Martin Kempton.  Currently, he is now freelance and rapidly building a list of satisfied clients. With all of the experienced gathered through his time as a lighting operator, Lee has the capabilities of stepping in for people.

Nigel Catmur - Nigel is one of the highest-regarded moving light operators in the UK.  He has also worked as LD on a few series and has much theatre experience.  He combined the two when he recently lit the Royal Variety Performance

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Donald H. Walker, an American international, is a man who is very versatile. He is an established financial controller, as well as being an experienced production manager. He is best known for his financial work for mangy great films like The Avengers, 2012 and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Currently, Mr Walker is working on the up-coming film The Avengers: Age of Ultron.

Financial – Financial Controller

As reported by the Charter Selection, all financial controllers supervise the day-to-day activities of the finance team and ensure the companies finance function is organised and efficient and produces accurate financial and management accounts.

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Administrative – Film Production Assistant

Are you the sort of person who likes working with people and very organised? Well if both descriptions apply to you, then you should try getting the job role of being a Film Production Assistant. Some of your day-to-day duties include supporting the director and all the departments of the department team. Most importantly, your job is to look after all the administrative and organisational tasks, as this will ensure the whole production is run professionally. Many production companies look for people who are very enthusiastic, a good learner and have previous

Dan Hillsdon, the Financial Controller on studying finance at university. According to ‘was Applying to the course and leaving work in an area that was completely different and have a new challenge. My greatest satisfaction is starting off at the beginning of the production process when we have the script and the budget and being involved in the development process. I love this job because I am always working with different departments, people and at different levels.

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Administrative – Film Production Assistant

Are you the sort of person who likes working with people and very organised? Well if both descriptions apply to you, then you should try getting the job role of being a Film Production Assistant. Some of your day-to-day duties include supporting the director and all the departments of the department team. Most importantly, your job is to look after all the administrative and organisational tasks, as this will ensure the whole production is run professionally. Many production companies look for people who are very enthusiastic, a good learner and have previous

Rosie Coker – A young talent that is predicted to be one of the best production managers in the future, is Rosie Coker. She is currently the production Assistant at for Harry Potter. You may have heard on the news, that bother Rosie Coker and Daniel Radcliffe have been dating for a period of time.

Future couple!? Daniel Radcliffe seen with Rosie Coker in October 2012

Shawn Afradi – She has worked with Twilight since the day it started. The reason for working with the Twilight set is because she loves movies that are thrilling and exciting.

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Organisational – Health and Safety Advisor

Are you the sort of people to put people ahead of you, in terms of risky situations? Well the job role of a Health and Safety Advisor requires you to cover all health & safety and risk assessment responsibilities within the production. As you may know that all responsibilities hang on the shoulders of the director, but are there to put some pressure off him/her. If an accident were to occur, you may have to consult the paramedics if something serious were to happen. So, making sure that all insurance policies are filled out will be very important. The following statement will include all of the information

David Deane, an established health and safety advisor and he is well-recognised. He first started off as with health and safety while working at the Group Station Commander in the fire and rescue section. After this job, he then went onto work at Eon Productions as a health and safety advisor. Mr Deane is still currently working at Eon Productions and he is now looking to employ many more people.

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