Setlife: A Guide To Getting A Job In Film (And Keeping It)

Film sets are an extremely strange environment to walk into, let alone continue to thrive and evolve. Matt has been a keen and observant contributor to many elite crews and major productions. His book, Setlife is a valuable guide for anyone looking to build a career in the film industry. Film schools are wonderful in teaching you film history and the practicalities of filmmaking but this book delves deeper into what working on a film set actually involves and how to excel in this field. George Miller – Director (Mad Max: Fury Road, Happy Feet 1 & 2)When you finally finish film school and throw your hat into the air in triumph, soon follows the daunting task of actually landing a job. You need to be prepared to not only nab that first role, but build a stellar career. Setlife is a must-have guide designed to prepare you for what happens on a typical day on a film set. It will help you if you’re studying, have just landed your first job, or are continuing to sharpen your skills a few projects in. Matt Webb’s no-fuss, practical tips are essential reading for anyone chasing a career in the film industry. Negotiating contracts, understanding key departments, figuring out which role is for you, as well as exclusive interviews with Oscar winning directors and crew — this book will help you land that foot in the industry door — and keep it there. It’s all that film-world knowledge you won’t learn elsewhere.