Hello there,
Since graduating from university I have felt slightly clueless as to where to take my ideas and work into a field that seems practical and of course beneficial to my creativity.
I have worked freelance as a photographer and have always enjoyed experimenting with subjects and locations using different lighting methods and techniques.
It would be logical to assume that this type of work is somewhat similar to what cinematographers do on set and so I think it might be something very fun to carry on as a career opportunity!
Of course I know its not just a simple case of walking straight in.
My friend worked as a runner on set for films such a Prince of Persia and Kick-ass. He did enjoy it but said the long hours are just too much to handle!
Of course I totally understand and appreciate this, but he was not a cinematographer and so I think working as this type of role will be a lot more interesting creatively!
Anyway, I am thinking of contacting the people that my friend worked for. But I'm not too sure if it is a logical thing to do to just call and ask "is there any possibility of getting some work experience unpaid just to see what you guys do?"
Would there be any advice on how to go about asking the company for this type of experience?
Many thanks for your time!
Cheers
