Originally Posted by kesey

Put up your own money, book some shoots in LA through an agency such as LA Direct, book a studio or a house as well (you can find ads for shooting space on LA Direct as well). Do all the work yourself to start out: shoot the video, do the lights, do the sound, get to know people, make some contacts, show them your work.

Why this approach? Because a lot of shoots are gonzo, small outfits that have a very small crew or a crew of one. And there are already established pros who get the good gigs, like shooting for the Bang Brothers (ain't that right, Nic?).

Not to say you can't break in. Sounds like you got great "skeels." Just might take an investment up front to get to know people. Cool that you know Avid, that's the good stuff.

Good luck.

Kesey Seven
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