how to became movie director

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Step One

Brainstorm to come up with any potential contacts in the film industry. Work as an apprentice under anyone currently directing student films, TV commercials, music videos or feature films.

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Step Two

Consider applying to film school to gain both knowledge and industry contacts. Some top film schools can be found at New York University, the University of Southern California, the American Film Institute in Los Angeles, California Institute of the Arts and the University of California at Los Angeles. (See How to Apply to Film School.)

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Step Three

Apply for work on movie sets in entry-level jobs, such as production assistant or as anyone's assistant. If you work hard and make friends, you can move up the ladder.

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Step Four

Target jobs directing TV commercials or music videos, where many film directors get their start.

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Step Five

Develop a reel. Make sure it is of professional quality.

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Step Six

Shoot films on your own. To start, they can be short (10 minutes long) and in black and white. If necessary, cast and write your films yourself to build your experience and résumé.

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Step Seven

Send postcards and updates regularly to industry contacts you have made, including directors, producers and actors. Constant networking leads to opportunities.