Fritz-Career

The first picture serves as a self-explanatory example. My first picture represents the field of film and movie making. Simply put, the picture not only says "film" just by the camera in the shot, but the angle, the editing and the principles and elements of design/photography enhance the theme of the picture. The second and third are examples of photography. Similar to film, they're conducted in artistic manners, using rule of thirds, level horizon, and more. I'm planning on pursuing the field of film and photography. As for film, I would love to direct the movie, short film or video myself and possibly even assist in the editing. Film is a very big job, especially when having to put it all together, so while I would love to participate in every aspect of creating film (makeup, wardrobe, set design, etc), I'll settle with directing and editing. The film industry can be very judgmental and critical, being handed a video camera won't cut it. You need skill, skill as in considering angles, long shots, wide shots, close ups, and camera movement. The more impressive the video/movie/clip means that lots of hard work and thought were used to plan out a successful film. Photography is my second love. As for photography, a fancy camera isn't all you need to become a photographer. You need to plan your shots, not just happen upon a good picture by luck (not that accidental pieces of art are bad). The elements of photography are essential when trying to create a photograph, or a work of art, not just taking a good picture. Editing with photoshop is also a beneficial skill. Being handy with photoshop will help to enhance any photograph, whether it's just a picture taken for leisure or a product for a client. As for schooling, I'm leaning towards UW Milwaukee and the Peck School of Arts. Their programs offer BFA and MFA as well as many minors and similar courses. The first step to chasing this career is being accepted into the college. Requirements for that are 17 credits and impressive academic potential. Upon graduation and successfully landing a job in this field will, there will be have salaries. The job, first of all, will play a big role. Most likely, I will start off as an apprentice and work my way up, so understandably, my salary will depend on who I'm employed with and what they will pay. As for getting accepted in this school, a portfolio of all my work would most likely be beneficial, as would for any college application. however, it's not required. If my dream of becoming a director or photographer is achieved, days will be long. Creating films takes years, which takes lots of diligence and hard work from every person contributing in the production of the movie. Lots of shots, lots of editing and deep thought towards the film will be needed, just as it would for photography. I plan on representing myself and my talents through a different technique, and hopefully one that will catch someone's eye more than a piece of paper. I'm planning on creating a portfolio through videos. However, I will give my possible employers my resume/portfolio through a USB/Flash drive that is made of a recycled film canister which is inside a mock-kodak film box which is designed to a personal level.