The larger the project, the greater the fee. This can apply to both freelance and employed staff. Working hours and conditions Typically includes regular unsocial hours Work often involves working at weekends and in the evenings. Sometimes work is in an office, other times in a studio or on location. Long hours and numerous meetings are the norm.
Jobs are restricted locations Most production companies are in large cities.
You could work on location anywhere in the country. The work is stressful and requires a great deal of flexibility and mobility. The freelance nature of many incumbents may cause some employment insecurity. Carrying the burden of financial responsibility for a production can be hard. Career breaks may cause problems.