Many teens think about careers in movies or television, but not everyone can be the next Robert Pattinson or Selena Gomez. There are lots of interesting jobs on the other side of the camera that can be just as rewarding, and some may not even require a college degree. From the creative (set design) to technical (audio engineer), these titles outline the many opportunities for work in the film and movie industry.
APEL, Melanie Ann. Cool Careers Without College for Film and Television Buffs. ISBN 978-1-4042-1429-3 (Cool Careers Without College) Rosen. 2008. Tr. $33.25. Gr 4-9-This title leaves no Hollywood or Broadway stone unturned. From talent agent to puppeteer, a huge range of careers in the film and TV businesses is covered. Each chapter outlines an occupation, including a full description of the work done, professional associations, related websites, and other resources. My favorite? The Foley Artist-the person who creates sound effects, like sneakers squeaking across a gym floor and raindrops hitting the roof. Includes brief glossary and index.
DUNKLEBERGER, Amy. So You Want to Be a Film or TV Screenwriter? ISBN 978-0-7660-2738-1(Careers in Film and Television) Capstone. 2007. PLB. $31.93. Gr 5-10-Each volume in this series differs slightly, but the intent is the same-to introduce young readers to great movies and television, and the people and forces that create these visual masterpieces. This title lays out the basic elements of screenwriting, then plugs those into real-life applications, using On the Waterfront and The Breakfast Club as film examples and Lost and CSI for television examples. Each volume in the series includes chapter notes, glossary, reading list, and index.
HONTHANER, Eve Light. The Complete Film Production Handbook. Focal Press. 2010. Pap. $59.95. ISBN 978-0-240-81150-5. Gr 9 up-This is a must-have reference for every high school, public, and academic library. Nothing will wake up a young starry-eyed would-be producer than this matter of fact handbook, which not only includes basic process and procedure guides, but every form needed from hiring the receptionist to securing digital rights. Includes a glossary and index, and online companion guide that allows for online access to all the forms in the printed book.
LOWENTHAL, Yuri and Tara Platt. Voice-over Voice Actor: What It's Like Behind the Mic. Illus. by Jerzy Drozd. Bug Bot Press. 2010. Pap. $19.95. ISBN 978-0-9840740-0-6. Gr 8 up-Calling all thespians! Not everyone goes on to appear on a Broadway stage or box office Hollywood hit-have your teens ever thought about all the talent behind the voices of their favorite animated characters or audio book narrator? Maybe a career in voice-over is worth a look and in this breezy title the authors-a husband and wife team of professional voice-over artists-take readers through the good, bad and practical aspects of their profession. Includes glossary, resource list, and index.
THOMPSON, Lisa. Going Live in 3, 2, 1: Have You Got What It Takes to Be a TV Producer? ISBN 978-0-7565-4082-1 (On the Job) Compass Point. 2009. PLB $26.65. Gr 3-7-This title is perfect for early career and vocational research projects. Using the creation and introduction of Monster TV as the case model, readers will learn about all the steps necessary and required skills for producing a television show or series. Important facts are called out graphically with boxed text and use of graphics and photographs. Each volume in the series includes a resource list, glossary and index.
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