In 2012, the best picture nominees for
the 84th Academy Awards include a black and white silent film, an
animated adventure and a baseball biopic. While George Clooney, Brad
Pitt, Glenn Close and Meryl Streep are just some of the big names vying
for best actor and actress awards, many of the behind-the-scenes workers
that make movies shine also get a chance to star on Oscar night.
5 careers that could get you an Oscar
The actors, actresses and directors that capture most of the limelight during the Oscar ceremony couldn't get there alone. Here are five occupations that play a part in creating award-winning movies and starring roles.
1. Screenwriter
A great movie or character starts with a great screenplay. The writers who weave these award-winning tales may adapt a previous work or start from scratch with an original story. For their creative talent, screenwriters are honored in two categories during the Academy Awards ceremony: best adapted screenplay and best original screenplay. In 2012, some of the nominees included Woody Allen for Midnight in Paris, John Logan for Hugo and J.C. Chandor for Margin Call.
Screenwriters don't have to go to college, but it can help them fine-tune skills and improve employment prospects. Degrees in English, journalism or communications are common choices for writers. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports positions for writers and authors are expected to grow 15 percent from 2008 to 2018, and these professionals earned mean annual wages of $65,960 in May 2010.
2. Make-up artist
Along with costuming, the make-up artist is responsible for transforming an actor or actress into their on-screen alter ego. Like screenwriters, make-up artists are recognized with their own category on Oscar night. This year, make-up artists from The Iron Lady, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, and Albert Nobbs were nominated for top honors.
To excel as a make-up artist, you need to have the right training. Cosmetology schools and beauty institutes often offer programs in make-up application. While not every make-up artist goes on to work on the latest Hollywood hit, they should see better than average job growth. Data from the Occupational Information Network indicates the median annual income for theatrical make-up artists is $38,130. Bls.gov projected that the profession would see 17 percent job growth between 2008 and 2018.
3. Musical director
A polished movie script is nothing without a dramatic musical score. From the distinctive sounds of Slumdog Millionaire to the delightful score the animated film Up, music plays a key role in bringing any story to life.
Composers and musicians often begin their music education at an early age, but many go on to pursue a college degree in music, either at a general college or a dedicated music conservatory. Keen competition is expected for jobs in music, according to the Bls.gov, but musical directors and composers who establish careers in the field enjoy above average wages. The Bls.gov reports a mean annual wage of $52,750 for these professionals in May 2010, but expected job growth is about average at 10 percent between 2008 and 2018.
4. Camera operator
Once the story is written, the actors selected and the make-up applied, it is time to start the camera rolling. Motion picture camera operators may work in a studio or on location. Under the director's watchful eye, they are responsible for capturing every moment perfectly, from the dramatic close-up to the in-your-face action sequence.
There are several education options available for camera operators. Some may have a bachelor's degree while others may complete a camera operation or videography course at a community college or technical school. Bls.gov estimates job growth for this occupation at 9 percent from 2008-2018, and operators earned mean annual incomes of $48,450 in May 2010.
5. Film editor
The final piece of making movie magic comes during the editing process. This is when all the raw footage is collected, cut and pieced together to form a film worthy of the industry's top honor. Film editors from movies such as Hugo, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Moneyball are some of those nominated for the 2012 awards ceremony.
Like camera operators, film editors may learn their skills through either a degree program or a vocational training program at a technical school. Demand for film editors is projected to grow 12 percent between 2008 and 2018. In 2010, Bls.gov reported film and video editors earned mean annual incomes of $61,890.
5 careers that could get you an Oscar
The actors, actresses and directors that capture most of the limelight during the Oscar ceremony couldn't get there alone. Here are five occupations that play a part in creating award-winning movies and starring roles.
1. Screenwriter
A great movie or character starts with a great screenplay. The writers who weave these award-winning tales may adapt a previous work or start from scratch with an original story. For their creative talent, screenwriters are honored in two categories during the Academy Awards ceremony: best adapted screenplay and best original screenplay. In 2012, some of the nominees included Woody Allen for Midnight in Paris, John Logan for Hugo and J.C. Chandor for Margin Call.
Screenwriters don't have to go to college, but it can help them fine-tune skills and improve employment prospects. Degrees in English, journalism or communications are common choices for writers. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports positions for writers and authors are expected to grow 15 percent from 2008 to 2018, and these professionals earned mean annual wages of $65,960 in May 2010.
2. Make-up artist
Along with costuming, the make-up artist is responsible for transforming an actor or actress into their on-screen alter ego. Like screenwriters, make-up artists are recognized with their own category on Oscar night. This year, make-up artists from The Iron Lady, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, and Albert Nobbs were nominated for top honors.
To excel as a make-up artist, you need to have the right training. Cosmetology schools and beauty institutes often offer programs in make-up application. While not every make-up artist goes on to work on the latest Hollywood hit, they should see better than average job growth. Data from the Occupational Information Network indicates the median annual income for theatrical make-up artists is $38,130. Bls.gov projected that the profession would see 17 percent job growth between 2008 and 2018.
3. Musical director
A polished movie script is nothing without a dramatic musical score. From the distinctive sounds of Slumdog Millionaire to the delightful score the animated film Up, music plays a key role in bringing any story to life.
Composers and musicians often begin their music education at an early age, but many go on to pursue a college degree in music, either at a general college or a dedicated music conservatory. Keen competition is expected for jobs in music, according to the Bls.gov, but musical directors and composers who establish careers in the field enjoy above average wages. The Bls.gov reports a mean annual wage of $52,750 for these professionals in May 2010, but expected job growth is about average at 10 percent between 2008 and 2018.
4. Camera operator
Once the story is written, the actors selected and the make-up applied, it is time to start the camera rolling. Motion picture camera operators may work in a studio or on location. Under the director's watchful eye, they are responsible for capturing every moment perfectly, from the dramatic close-up to the in-your-face action sequence.
There are several education options available for camera operators. Some may have a bachelor's degree while others may complete a camera operation or videography course at a community college or technical school. Bls.gov estimates job growth for this occupation at 9 percent from 2008-2018, and operators earned mean annual incomes of $48,450 in May 2010.
5. Film editor
The final piece of making movie magic comes during the editing process. This is when all the raw footage is collected, cut and pieced together to form a film worthy of the industry's top honor. Film editors from movies such as Hugo, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Moneyball are some of those nominated for the 2012 awards ceremony.
Like camera operators, film editors may learn their skills through either a degree program or a vocational training program at a technical school. Demand for film editors is projected to grow 12 percent between 2008 and 2018. In 2010, Bls.gov reported film and video editors earned mean annual incomes of $61,890.
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