u/dirtymike-nthaboys

I’m a Jewish film industry worker in the camera department and a videographer based in Los Angeles, and honestly the job market here has been brutal. Production has slowed to the point where I’m struggling to find work. I can’t even find work in retail or restaurants.

I have an interview with Masa next week and I’m curious if anyone here works in Israel’s film, television, commercial, or videography industry.
I’d love to hear what the job market is like for camera crew, DPs, camera assistants, operators, or videographers. I’m also interested in whether English speakers can realistically find work, how freelance work compares to Los Angeles, what typical pay and cost of living are like, and whether you found work through networking, production companies, or Masa itself.

For context, I have experience in the camera department and videography, primarily in commercials, branded content, and motorsports.
I also hold both U.S. and French passports, so I’m weighing Israel against opportunities in Europe, and I’m even open to a complete career change if that’s the smarter long term move.
I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who’s worked in the industry or made a similar move. Thanks!

I’m a Jewish film industry worker in camera department and a videographer based in Los Angeles, and honestly the job market here has been brutal. Production has slowed to the point where I’m struggling to find work. I can’t even find work in retail or restaurants.

I have an interview with Masa next week and I’m curious if anyone here works in Israel’s film, television, commercial, or videography industry.
I’d love to hear what the job market is like for camera crew, DPs, camera assistants, operators, or videographers. I’m also interested in whether English speakers can realistically find work, how freelance work compares to Los Angeles, what typical pay and cost of living are like, and whether you found work through networking, production companies, or Masa itself.

I hold both U.S. and French passports, so I’m weighing Israel against opportunities in Europe, and I’m even open to a complete career change if that’s the smarter long term move.
I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who’s worked in the industry or made a similar move. Thanks!

I’ve had my fx6 for a year and have had zero issues. I run dual prograde iridium 960 GB cards simultaneously. I use it for my own professional use and also occasionally rent it out to productions

I’ve heard about some people having their cameras bricked and having data issues after upgrading and others have had no problems.

Personally I’m leaning towards “if it ain’t broken don’t fix it” but is there any reason for me to upgrade? I don’t care that much about the Big 6 display although it would be a nice touch.