We asked insiders and experts from various industries to tell us something they think outsiders are unaware of and we’ve shared a few of those responses below.

Jessica Thompson | audio mastering and restoration engineer / audio preservationist

I’m an audio preservationist and mastering engineer – a pretty niche field. I’m responsible for digitizing historic audio recordings and for making music sound good, whether it’s a mono recording of a jazz concert from the 1950s or a synth pop song by an up-and-coming artist. Read more>>

Evan Littman | Entertainment Consultant

People outside of Hollywood only see the overnight successes. It makes things seem easier than they really are. But the entertainment industry is so much more than just A-list actors. It runs on the backs of people who will never be household names. Every single working professional I know has been grinding for years just to make a living, let alone reach what some would consider “success.” Read more>>

Zoe Trujillo | Makeup Artist

That not every opportunity is a good opportunity. KNOW YOUR WORTH! People will try to take advantage of your talent, but the main thing is to always stay grounded to your intuition and know you are worth the PRICE and TIME. Read more>>

Felicia Jade Rein | Art Director, Prop Fabricator (specializing in, but not limited to, Miniatures) and Stop Motion Animator

I’ve found that no matter what, it’s about the connections you make. When I decided to make the move from NYC to LA to pursue a career in miniature fabrication and stop motion animation, I was insanely naive. I had been an art director in the creative world for years at a salaried job. Read more>>

Jon Coy | Film and Video Colorist at Qualia Color Studio

In the film industry, many technicians find it valuable to develop and maintain multiple skill sets, especially in smaller regions or networks. My background as a cinematographer on indie movies puts me in an ideal position to help other cinematographers maximize the potential of their images as a colorist. Read more>>