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.Culture Creators We have seen this before in the early 70's, 90's and now. I think the difference this time is you have more opportunities

.Culture Creators for those behind the scenes. We have more decision makers of color, producers, writers, directors, execs. Not nearly

.Culture Creators enough at the studio level and agencies but those changes are coming also. Those institutions recognize that it is good

.Culture Creators business so my hope is that this recent influx of product is here to stay. There are also less barriers than before.

.Culture Creators Filmmakers can now shoot, edit and distribute easier than ever before. So we only see more of it in my opinion.

.Culture Creators Research the business first. Be clear on what area you are interested in. Then figure out the best path. Internernsip

.Culture Creators PA on a set of a production. No job is too small as long as you get your foot in the door. Make the most of the pop

.Culture Creators and grow from there. Also read tons of material on the filmmaking process. There are several books that are great resource

.Culture Creators Tristan Williams First off make sure that your content is of the high set standard it can be given your resources.

.Culture Creators Tristan Williams then expose it via social media and other mediums within your control. Create a following within your

.Culture Creators Tristan Williams immediate community. Build that support system that will spread the word about your work.

.Culture Creators Tristan Williams then see if you can find advocate for you currently in the business that can make introductions.

.Culture Creators Tristan Williams Everyone has at least one connection that can help get them closer to ind. contacts. Enter in local festival

.Culture Creators Tristan Williams Research festivals in your region. There are hundreds of them that will provide opportunity to showcase

.Culture Creators Tristan Williams attend them as well for networking opportunities

.Culture Creators @ImABuRnoT No one way. Agent and manager submissions is the simplest way but also social media. Especially for comedians.

.Culture Creators @ImABuRnoT DC Youngfly's social media presence was a factor in Will Packer casting him in Almost Christmas.

.Culture Creators @ImABuRnoT His talent was key but his exposure on social media helped. King Bach and others...

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