Helena Y. Wu
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As someone aspiring to work in and produce film, along with screenwriting and acting, what are the best moves to make while in college to set up a promising career?
Will be returning to college as a sophomore, majoring in Cinema, Television, and Emerging Media Studies.
Do I need to know how to do everything to make my own show?
Now that I think about it, show producers must be really, really talented because I thought they have to know how to do everything in production to tell workers what to do, like song-writing, animation, or film tech. Are directors like "high school" teachers that tell the students what to...
What was the most challenging part of creating a capstone student film?
I am a freshman Film Major and I keep hearing about capstone projects and they fascinate me.
What's YOUR best way to stay motivated and consistent in college, or just in general
I'm not gonna lie- being in college has been EXHAUSTING to say the least. I feel like I've done enough to to earn myself a doctorate, and it's only my second year! Espically with being a film student, the late nights shooting with early morning classes can be alot for me- not to mention my...
What are some skills Directors look for when Hiring Film Producers?
I Have some experience in film making and my goal is to become a film producer. I have done internships making a few short films, I also have experience in editing and script writing. What are some other things I can do to build my experience that directors actually look for.
What is the best way to make connections in college for a career in the film industry, namely with regard to acting, writing, cinematography, and/or directing?
What is the best way to make connections in college for a career in the film industry, namely with regard to acting, writing, cinematography, and/or directing? I am a graduating high school senior with zero connections with any other filmmakers or artists. I am looking to break out of my shell...
What's the best skill to learn for the film industry?
I'm going to be majoring in film in college but I'm wondering how much I need to learn on my own. College will help me further my education but I know it can't teach me everything. #Spring25
What are some skills film majors should know beforehand?
I'm a 11th grader located in San Francisco.
How can I begin acting at my age (15)?
Hi, I'm a sophomore in highschool and I'm interested in acting and/or filmmaking, but I have no idea where to get started with either of those aspirations. For a while now I've always been interested in playing characters, whether it'd be putting a little too much effort into reading out loud,...
I have a question for an actor. Is sometimes acting embarassing?
I am a 6th grade student
I am interested in the world of cinema, and I created a wonderful movie story that I worked on for months. I am creative in making stories and I have a passion for turning this story into a movie. But how can I communicate with international production companies to present the idea to them I am looking for a reliable person to help me?
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What are some tips for trying to go into film major?
I know there's a lot so how can I choose the best type of film major for me? I am a senior who is going to go to college next year in community to figure out the programs needed to get to film when I transfer out.
How can I explore as a film maker?
I'm currently a film editor that can alsom build new concepts.
What can I do to be more creative and get job opportunities in film industry.
How to network with filmmakers?
Some advice I got from a film producer was to find a more experienced filmmaker to help guide me through the development of my first project(s). I'm not in a position to start building my team yet, but I'd like some resource references for when I do. Where can I look to network with and find...