As I send my cold emails, I am thinking about all of you. I'm in your shoes, only with a little more wisdom. I wanted to share some of this wisdom with you, in hopes of making the process easier for you. It's interesting to be where I am now, because as I send cold emails, I am receiving cold emails from readers and others interested in moving to LA or working in the film industry. Now that I'm on that receiving end, I have completely new insight...
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For anyone who has never been on a big TV or Film set, it can be a pretty intimidating place. I did not go to Film School, but I’ve worked with quite a few people who did, and I’ve heard that it does nothing to prepare you for what it’s like on set. I have...
Read MoreI was talking to a friend the other day, and he said something so insightful, I had to share it: “You can’t move to LA risk-free.” It’s simple, scary, and spot-on. (Thanks, Adam!) I know moving to a new city is scary enough. I know you don’t want to add lack of job security, or...
Read MorePeople move to large cities all the time. People move to Los Angeles all. the. time. It never once occurred to me that it was a difficult task. I had no idea what I was getting myself into. Now, I realize how clueless most people are when it comes to moving to LA...
Read MoreLos Angeles is a unique city. The environment, pace of life, and breed of people are unlike any other city in the US. If you’re considering moving to this land of dreams, a real-live experience is the only way to figure out if LA is the right fit for you, and the only way to solidify networking contacts...
Read More7 Things Nobody Tells You About Moving to LA! There is still so much to do, but first let me take a moment to fill you in behind-the-scenes...
Read MoreStarting at the bottom is not always fun or easy. Long hours, crappy pay, and passionless tasks. But this is your chance to shine; your chance to show the big guys that you have what it takes and can be trusted to facilitate their process. And you finally get to be part of a team that makes a difference. So, if you want to succeed, stick with Maxine Hillman. She has all the insider tricks to ensure you’ll be hired again (and again)...
Read MoreWow! We wrapped on day 1 of filming 7 Things Nobody Tells You About Moving to LA and it couldn’t have gone better!
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