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Break Into Hollywood: Your Complete Guide to Starting a Career in Film & Television


Want to work behind the scenes in the entertainment industry but don't know where to start? Industry veteran Dorez Douglas shares over 30 years of insider knowledge in this practical, no-nonsense guide to launching your career as a Production Assistant.

Inside You'll Discover:


  • How to land your first PA job (even with no experience)
  • Essential skills, equipment, and etiquette for on-set success
  • Walkie-talkie protocols and film industry terminology
  • What to expect on your first day and how to avoid rookie mistakes
  • Insider tips on networking and building industry connections
  • The difference between Set PA and Office PA roles
  • Health, safety, and professionalism best practices

BONUS SECTIONS for Entrepreneurs:


  • Get your products placed in movies and TV shows
  • Rent your home or business as a filming location
  • Sell your food products to craft services companies

Whether you're a film school graduate, career changer, or aspiring filmmaker, this comprehensive handbook gives you the real-world knowledge you need to start working on actual productions. Written by a producer who's worked with ABC, MGM, and Warner Brothers, this is the mentor-in-a-book you've been looking for.


Your Hollywood career starts here.

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Careers In Film - eBook

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