Making a CV for the film industry probably seems quite similar to what you would find in a normal CV for anyother job, but here’s the difference explained by Skillset.org.

So you have to ask yourself the question: Am I Any Good at Anything?

Film CVs for those freelancers working in production are slightly different from those you would send out for positions in other sectors of the industry, or indeed for positions in other industries. This is because a Head of Department (HOD) is looking to employ you for the duration of the production only and as such want to see your most recent film credits – who you’ve worked on and what the production was.

A CV should ideally contain the following information, but this is only a guide – you will have your own style and preferences but it is important to keep the person who is looking at your CV in mind and tailor it accordingly.

• Your name and contact details
• Your grade and department (eg camera trainee)
• Your recent credits – production, production company, HOD, dates of work (these can include work experience and shadowing but make sure that it is clear that is what it was)
• Any relevant skills – driving license, languages, first aid/health and safety, diving qualifications…
• If you have additional passports/work visas
• Membership to industry guilds or bodies (eg BAFTA, GBCT)
• Any relevant training undertaken (eg technical drawing, 35mm camera familiarization)

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