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Becoming the Reel Deal, Again

Becoming the Reel Deal, Again

Today I'm releasing the 2nd Edition of "Becoming the Reel Deal," the ebook that helps you learn how to launch your film career in the camera department. And, yes, it's still free.

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Exactly one year ago, I published Becoming the Reel Deal: How to Launch Your Film Career in the Camera Department and gave it away for free.

Today, I’m releasing the 2nd edition (still free, of course).

I’ve added even more great info – to the tune of 6,744 words – about establishing yourself in the film industry. I’ve also added two new resume templates (for five total) as well as ePub and Kindle formatted versions of the ebook to make it easy to read on a tablet or Amazon Kindle.

Overall, here’s what’s new in the 2nd Edition:

  • Brand new chapter on Interviewing
  • Expanded sections and new material (over 6,500 words added)
  • Two more resume templates (Five total included)
  • ePub and Kindle formats

If you’re already signed up for The Black and Blue newsletter, check your inbox and you should have a link to download a fresh copy of Becoming the Reel Deal.

If you haven’t had the chance yet to grab this exclusive ebook, it’s as simple as signing up at this page:

Learn more about Becoming the Reel Deal here

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Creator of The Black and Blue. Freelance camera assistant and camera operator. Available for work: Contact Evan here. Learn more about Evan here.

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