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Patrick Phillips

screenwriter
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
San Francisco, California
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Von Apr 24, 2025 745 views

What is the most rewarding part of pursuing a career in Documentary Filmmaking? #Spring25

Hello, I am a Sophomore in College pursuing a career in Filmmaking.

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Abigail Apr 19, 2025 8855 views

What are some of the best video editing programs to learn?

What are some of the best video editing programs to learn? Currently, I'm only familiar with Adobe Premiere. I know there's a lot of editing software out there, and I'm trying to narrow down the ones that video editors are most commonly required to know.
#Spring25

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Nicholas Apr 10, 2025 1123 views

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...

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Shelby Apr 13, 2025 942 views

What made you stay? #Spring25 #FilmIndustryProfessionals #Strikes #AI #NewMedia #Streaming

To all Film Industry Professionals: After the uncertainty in the Film Industry over the last few years are you still enjoying your profession? In what ways have you had to adapt to survive in this industry? Do you find meaning in your work? Is the pay worth the sacrifice? How did you sacrifice...

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Elizabeth Apr 02, 2025 1231 views

How can someone without any connections in the film industry make said connections to get into the film industry.

I am going to college but wanted to know what I should do specifically.

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Sumedha Apr 01, 2025 2608 views

How do you think advancements in AI and machine learning will impact aerospace engineering in the next decade?

I'm currently a junior in high school who is an aspiring aerospace engineer. I'm aware that we are becoming more and more dependent on AI each day, but I am interested in learning how this will become prevalent/how it might impact jobs by the time I'm out of college and job hunting.

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Jayden Mar 27, 2025 2398 views

How do I get into existentialism/absurdism in film?

Earlier I was asking how to sink myself into the world of film history. As time went on, I became interested in the world of absurdism/existentialism after reading Albert Camus' The Stranger and Franz Kafka. How do I learn more about these theories specifically in film?

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alyssa Mar 20, 2025 1832 views

What are some challenges you might have to deal with being in the filming field?

I'm currently a 11th grader in San Francisco.

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alyssa Mar 18, 2025 2088 views

What are some skills film majors should know beforehand?

I'm a 11th grader located in San Francisco.

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Jayden Mar 11, 2025 1232 views

How can I really sink myself into the world of film history/film teaching?

I already write short reviews on Letterboxd, I made my own separate Instagram on film itself, but how can really dedicate myself to cinema and film studies? Any advice helps, thank you!

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alyssa Mar 06, 2025 963 views

What was the process to get to where you guys are today?

I'm a 11th grader, and I'm also interested in the film field because I think it's fun to make stories through a movie or shows.

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Meleah Mar 05, 2025 7747 views

What types of careers do you predict will be in demand in 10 years after artificial intelligence becomes integrated in the workplace?

Seeking advice to share with students as they are deciding what careers to pursue as they leave high school.

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Jayden Mar 04, 2025 4191 views

What are the best universities in California for degrees in film studies/film history?

In the meantime, what should I do to prepare? I'm currently taking a "Survey of global cinema" class in community college.

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Joey Feb 20, 2025 937 views

how do I become a feature film director?

what is some schooling required for the job, what are some ways to break into the industry, what are common starting points for directing, what are popular film schools to look into

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Connor Feb 17, 2025 2013 views

What education and experience requirements are there for basic backstage theatre/entertainment jobs (ie. prop assistant, set assistant, PA, set painter, etc.)?

No offense to any of those jobs -- I'm currently in a remedial school and not very confident about graduating, let alone any type of college. Not exactly in the spot to pay for certifications either. Do I need a diploma or training to compete for those jobs, or do I have a chance at a local...