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Name: Jeremy
Username: Mrpink
Hometown: Chicago
Occupation: Set Production Intern
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What attracted you to the Entertainment Industry, and what was your first job or big break in the business?
This film is my first job/break in the biz. Independent films with strong stories and minimal special effects attracted me to the industry. Summer blockbusters loaded with "stars," gimmicky stories and weak characters sicken me.
What is the biggest challenge you faced trying to break into the industry, and how did you overcome it?
My biggest challenge is meeting the right people and showing them I am serious. I haven't completely overcome it yet but am working on it.
What advice can you give those trying to break into the "industry?"
Be patient and willing to work long, hard hours. Be a "yes" man. Try to meet as many people on set as possible, and be honest with them. Don't expect glamour or fame and don't push your own agenda.
Please describe your job for those that might not know what a Set Production Intern is.
Secure/lock-up the set while shooting. Assist talent and crew with water and other food related issues. Assist craft services with setting up meals. Transport talent, crew and production vehicles. Dispose all garbage on and around the set. Transport tables and chairs to set.
Can you share any tricks of the trade that help you work faster/cheaper/better?
Caffeine and nicotine. Lots of sleep and total self-sacrifice.
Please illustrate the way the performance of your position can help or hurt a movie. Name a movie that you've seen (or worked on) that we could view and understand the difference between a good job and a bad job.
Basically, a Set Production Intern's job is to assist the production and help it run as smoothly as possible. If we slack or fail to do this, the production could go longer than necessary and thus become over budget. Due to small budgets, many "indie" films do not have the manpower to insure a smooth production and suffer in the long run. As for examples, you be the judge.
Are you a writer, and if so, how many screenplays have you written?
Yes. I have written one feature length and several short screenplays.
What advice would you give to writers on how to craft a script that addresses practical production issues?
Think small and doable. A script loaded with explosions and car chases will never get made unless you're established. Try to keep it as realistic as possible with strong drama and dialogue. Don't rely on "gimmicks" to strengthen your script.
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