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Below the Line
A film crew survival guide
by Melanie A. Ragone
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Overview


With this informative book, learn invaluable knowledge arming you with the tools needed to succeed in Hollywood. If you seek unfiltered and actionable advice, Melanie's authentic narrative unveils the gritty reality and demands of working on set. She generously passes on her battle-tested wisdom, sharing her vast knowledge of working below the line.

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Description


In this candid and practical field guide, Melanie pulls back the curtain and shares her experiences from working on feature films like Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and Captain America, as well as television shows such as Doom Patrol and The Walking Dead. Melanie's must-read debut book is a personal memoir and practical guide, filled with real-world advice and expert insights.

Whether for the aspiring film student or independent filmmaker, professor of cinema, fellow experienced crew members, actor, screenwriter, director, producer, or movie or TV fan just fascinated with the production process, Below The Line details what is expected, and how to best handle and survive the demands and challenges of working on set. With one of the most comprehensive glossaries of film production terms ever assembled in print.

Melanie provides an honest and unfiltered look behind the scenes, equipping you to thrive in the elusive world of Hollywood. If you've ever wanted a true insider's perspective on the film industry, look no further.

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About the author


Melanie spent over a decade in Atlanta, GA as a union first unit Grip. Working her way up from Production Assistant to Best Boy Grip, on some of the largest feature films and television sets in the world. She worked on productions such as The Walking Dead, The Vampire Diaries, The Hunger Games, and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Her work was featured in the New York Times article “What is a Grip? The Few Women Doing the Job in Hollywood Explain”. As a woman who achieved success and leadership roles in a heavily male-dominated field, Melanie is passionate about telling womens’ stories and encouraging women to pursue careers in the film industry. She is a mentor with the non-profit organization, Women in Film. Melanie made the move to Los Angeles in 2018 where she is currently writing and producing her own projects. Below the Line is her first book.

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Book details

Genre:BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY

Subgenre:Entertainment & Performing Arts

Language:English

Pages:216

eBook ISBN:9798350936889

Paperback ISBN:9798350936872


Overview


With this informative book, learn invaluable knowledge arming you with the tools needed to succeed in Hollywood. If you seek unfiltered and actionable advice, Melanie's authentic narrative unveils the gritty reality and demands of working on set. She generously passes on her battle-tested wisdom, sharing her vast knowledge of working below the line.

Read more

Description


In this candid and practical field guide, Melanie pulls back the curtain and shares her experiences from working on feature films like Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and Captain America, as well as television shows such as Doom Patrol and The Walking Dead. Melanie's must-read debut book is a personal memoir and practical guide, filled with real-world advice and expert insights.

Whether for the aspiring film student or independent filmmaker, professor of cinema, fellow experienced crew members, actor, screenwriter, director, producer, or movie or TV fan just fascinated with the production process, Below The Line details what is expected, and how to best handle and survive the demands and challenges of working on set. With one of the most comprehensive glossaries of film production terms ever assembled in print.

Melanie provides an honest and unfiltered look behind the scenes, equipping you to thrive in the elusive world of Hollywood. If you've ever wanted a true insider's perspective on the film industry, look no further.

Read more

About the author


Melanie spent over a decade in Atlanta, GA as a union first unit Grip. Working her way up from Production Assistant to Best Boy Grip, on some of the largest feature films and television sets in the world. She worked on productions such as The Walking Dead, The Vampire Diaries, The Hunger Games, and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Her work was featured in the New York Times article “What is a Grip? The Few Women Doing the Job in Hollywood Explain”. As a woman who achieved success and leadership roles in a heavily male-dominated field, Melanie is passionate about telling womens’ stories and encouraging women to pursue careers in the film industry. She is a mentor with the non-profit organization, Women in Film. Melanie made the move to Los Angeles in 2018 where she is currently writing and producing her own projects. Below the Line is her first book.

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