I am looking in to starting classes in this particular field and I had a few questions pertaining to the “real world.”



What are recommendations and/or suggestions as far as schooling and obtaining knowledge in this field?

Any personal dos or don’ts?

What is it like out in “the field?”
Is job placement plentiful?
Are any jobs relating to this field dependable and consistent (i.e. 9-5 Monday through Friday) or is it more of a contractor scenario (gigs for months at a time and then dry spells)?

I have heard tell that the Special Effects industry is slowly disappearing and jobs are going over seas, is this more rumor then fact?

Is it best to lean more toward the beauty/photography/t.v aspects of this profession rather then special effects and film?

Is it best to have equal amounts of knowledge in all categories? Jack-of-all-Trades?

I do have performance education that I am working on that I do not see “bowing out” of the picture once I delve into this education. Do I need all my focus and attention to be concentrated on this after my schooling in complete, if I intend to make anything of it? Is it possible to make it in this field without hitting promotion head on and constantly? Is it possible to make an enjoyable living out of this education while splitting my energy, time, and love between this and my continuing performance education?

anything to be aware of out in the field?
certain make ups to use or don't use? Certain scenes to get involved in or to not get involved in. Certain Jobs to be aware of? Positives and Negatives?

This is it for now but I am sure I will come across more soon!
Thanks so much for any and all opinions!

Much love and respect
KBeLLs