Full-time film production opportunities are more common today than ever before. So does that mean you should stop considering freelance work?
Just a few short years ago, finding a full-time, in-house production job wasn’t nearly as feasible as it is today. With a surge in video content creation, you can now find more full-time production opportunities than ever before. Choosing whether to go in-house and full-time or to navigate the unpredictability of the freelance world can be difficult. So, fully evaluating the different advantages and disadvantages of each is important. As someone who has personally worked a full-time, in-house position and freelanced, each opportunity offers a unique set of advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages of Full-Time
Being a filmmaker with a full-time position can have some great perks. For example, the consistent paycheck is enticing. Eliminating the unpredictability of not always knowing when your next payday is coming can provide a sense of relief and security. While in-house and full-time, you have the comfort of always knowing where your next job is coming from, too.
You enjoy the luxury of health insurance, 401K packages, vacation time, and any of the other benefits your employer may provide.
When it comes to equipment, you don’t have to personally worry about investing your own money into the best and newest equipment available. Your employer will assume all the financial responsibility of maintaining the best equipment for the job.
Disadvantages of Full-Time
One of the more difficult things that I always found about the in-house, full-time life was that you’re not in control of your schedule or the clients you maintain. When you’re freelancing, you’re in control of which clients you decide to take on. When full-time, you don’t have this ability. The company you’re a part of directs the type of projects and clientele you take on. That’s why it’s immensely important that you find a company who has clients that directly align with the type of work that you want to do. If not, you’ll most likely find less joy in your work.