London guy looking to get work in LA in TV production - How? (rent)

[Barringtonesq]

Hi

I'm a Brit currently living in London. Been working in TV production and development for 12 years and have now decided on a move to LA. I am persuing work opportunities through my current network but thought I would reach out online to see gain from the value of your shared experiences.

What's the best way to get a work? What visa will I need? Are there any good brit companies based in LA that might be more sympathetic to my situation?

All your ideas and advice great fully received. Barry

[nightlysparrow]

Try here. Brits in LA. Lots of your questions answered, and you can contact people. They're almost all in entertainment:

THE ANGLO FILES

[jacktravern]

2 things working against you

1-You're talking about an exclusive field that basically hands out jobs by word of mouth or who you know.

2-There's a huge anti illegal movement going on right about now. Not that you're looking to be here illegally, but you still would qualify under those coming here to take a job an American could have.

I would say go on an immigration site, and work out the Visa issues first. But if you are in London, I would do my best to reach out to someone like Ridley Scott or STeve Mcqueen. I suppose is either one took a real liking to you, they could perhaps sponser you for work on one of their American projects

[ironlady]

Originally Posted by jacktravern

2 things working against you

2-There's a huge anti illegal movement going on right about now. Not that you're looking to be here illegally, but you still would qualify under those coming here to take a job an American could have.

Hahaha! I think this is one of the biggest exaggerations I've read on City Data in awhile!

OP, I wouldn't worry too much about this. I'd worry lots more about making rent in L.A. until you find a job, but not this. Your original post was quite clear you're going through all the channels to work here legally. Even if you didn't, the jobs you're seeking are hardly a concern to the majority of Americans. Only those eking out a living waiting tables at diners along Sunset until they make it big.