Support for Freelancers

Support for Freelancers

Working in the film industry isn't just about your ability at your job. To succeed as a film freelancer you also need a whole range of other skills, from managing your money, to building relationships, to covering yourself legally.

Skillset's survival guides give you a head start.

Getting a Lucky Break in the Film Industry

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Surviving in the film industry is tough and having talent is just the start. It's a small and competitive industry and the key to success is not necessarily who you know, but who knows you.

Know Your Legal Position

Knowing where you stand legally as a freelancer is often difficult, so here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions, created for this site by media legal firm Denton Wilde and Sapte.

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Great ideas are precious - keep them safe! Read our quick guide to securing rights and protecting your property.

Film CVs for those freelancers working in production are slightly different from those you would send out for positions in other sectors of the industry, or indeed for positions in other industries.

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So, you've done your research, sent out your CV's and got a call to meet an HOD. When you get an interview a professional approach is essential if you want to make the most of your chances at the interview.

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