Uploaded October 2011 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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While all filmmakers would love to earn a living making movies, very few do. The National Film Society talks day jobs, freelance work and getting paid peanuts.

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How to Make a Living
How to be a filmmaker
Freelance work

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The National Film Society is a new media studio co-founded by Los Angeles filmmakers Patrick Epino and Stephen Dypiangco, who've decided to take their talents to YouTube. They produce original content, showcase amazing movies, interview talented creators and make fun of each other as much as possible.

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