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Information on employment opportunities in documentary and nonfiction film.
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Free magazine for learning about documentary production skills.
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Post Los Angeles Independent Film Jobs & Notices
Complimentary independent film & entertainment job and notice postings.
www.21etc.com
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Bay Area Video Coalition Job Listings
Job Listings section @ bavc.org is updated daily with unsolicited postings BAVC receives from Bay Area and national companies involved in media production.
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Current Classifieds
Job openings in public TV and radio.
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IFP Job Bank
Online job listings available to IFP members.
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ITVA Job Hotline
Member service online registration required.
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ShowBizJobs.com
Provides a database of jobs for the Film, TV, Recording, Multimedia and Attractions job markets.
www.showbizjobs.com
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Career Opportunities at the Workshops
Rockport, ME. International photographic and filmmaking courses.
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TVJobs
Links to television jobs at stations across the country.
www.tvjobs.com
Documentary Film Jobs
1000s Of Production Companies Looking For Crew All Over The US!
www.Media-Match.com
Film Jobs
Forget the resume: Fill out a short profile. We match the job to you.
www.jobfox.com
Magazine for Documentary
Free magazine for learning about documentary production skills.
Videomaker.com/free4documentarians

Guide to Documentary and Nonfiction Film Jobs

Search for documentary job opportunities to find your dream job


It can be difficult to find jobs for documentary filmmakers. After all, in most cases you want to make your own documentary, so what you really need is funding. Nonetheless, there are plenty of documentary jobs that don't revolve entirely around being the director.

It takes years of experience in documentary and nonfiction film jobs before someone is willing to give you the money to fund your own project. Fortunately, the types of jobs available throughout your documentary career are usually fun.

If you are interested in pursuing documentary film jobs:

1. Study in school to start your documentary film career. Colleges and universities are the perfect place to get your feet wet and learn about the industry.

2. Join professional organizations and network to find the best documentary and nonfiction film jobs. In this industry, many people get jobs through word of mouth and knowing the right people.

3. Start early and do not be afraid to work for little or no pay. Careers in documentary filmmaking require experience and significant knowledge. If you

Action Steps

The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Get a documentary film internship to gain experience and connections Some people shun internships because they are unpaid, but if you can afford to do it, an internship is a great way for you to learn the ropes of the documentary industry. It's also common in the industry for people to get jobs through networking and an internship is likely to give you the connections you need.

I recommend:  Documentary Educational Resources offers a limited number of internships throughout the year. Global Media Adventures offers documentary film internships abroad, which is a great way to learn the trade.

Find and apply for documentary job openings through online job boards While much of the filmmaking industry is located in New York City or Los Angeles, you can find jobs located throughout the country. Use job boards online to find a position in your area.

I recommend:  Search through the many job listings at Jobster to find your perfect job. Media-Match also offers listings for documentary production jobs. ProductionHUB, Showbizjobs.com and Variety also list documentary production jobs.

Search for teaching jobs in documentary filmmaking Many jobs in documentary production are short term, including just one project at a time. If you prefer more steady work, you should consider teaching your skills to other students.

I recommend:  Juju lists film-teaching positions that are ideal for those with documentary filmmaking experience. You can also search positions at HigherEdJobs.com.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
  • If you want documentary employment, it's a good idea to live in a major filmmaking center, such as New York City or Los Angeles. While it's true that jobs do exist outside of these cities, you'll find that there are more opportunities within them.

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Guide to Documentary and Nonfiction Film Jobs
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Search for documentary job opportunities to find your dream job.
It can be difficult to find jobs for documentary filmmakers. After all, in most cases you want to make your own documentary, so what you really need is funding. Nonetheless, there are plenty of documentary jobs that don't revolve entirely around being the director.It takes years of experience in documentary and nonfiction film jobs before someone is willing to give you the money to fund your own project. Fortunately, the ... Read more

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