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Can recent film graduates handle the challenge of film financing?

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Graduates from a Film Studies program have a new opportunity in film & video production. Needless to say,  with every opportunity comes a challenge - and in this instance, the process is to get financing for your, or your employer's, projects. With the advent of digital equipment, the scope of film & video production has widened. The most common Hollywood-styled film production is no further the only real approach to a career for film graduates. There's a variety of opportunities in audio and visual applications throughout business, government, and the entertainment industry. Meaning OPPORTUNITY for the keenest graduates to make their very own film & video projects, or to land the most interesting positions with leading film & video production companies. Financing has been a dirty word for years in the film industry. The 'Blue Suits' and the cold heart of the banker are synonymous with the enemy of the creative. However, in this new era of opportunity, y