Production Careers Start Here
PROVEN LEGACY
Thousands trained in film, television, and live events since 1997.
UNION BUILT
IATSE signatory training hub led by active industry professionals.
INDUSTRY TRUSTED
Recognized across the globe as the gold-standard for below-the-line crew training.
Built by unions. Backed by studios.
For nearly 30 years, Hollywood Cinema Production Resources (Hollywood CPR) has trained the local workforce behind your favorite films, television, and live events. Led by union department heads, our IATSE-signatory training and pipeline programs combine hands-on instruction, mentorship, and on-set experience at the pace and standard of professional productions. Trainees develop not only technical skill, but the trust, networks, and workplace fluency required to build union careers that last.
Through decades of collaboration with labor unions, studios, and public education partners, Hollywood CPR’s workforce model has helped inform the training and career pathway approaches now reflected in modern production incentive programs that connect workforce investment directly to job creation on set.
30 Years of Impact
Learn why every major studio has partnered with Hollywood CPR over the last 30 years.
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What People Are Saying:
“I was fortunate to find this program because I really needed someone to give me a chance. The classes really prepared me and I made relationships that helped me get work.”
— George
Film Loader
“Hollywood CPR is the best way to learn about the industry, set etiquette, and successfully helping any hard working, pro-active individuals to succeed towards their goals.”
— Fernando
Grip
"I have always wanted to be a part of the film industry but wasn't sure where to begin. HCPR is a comprehensive entertainment training program that gave me the knowledge and understanding of how to achieve my goals within the industry."
— Gina
Sound
"Hollywood CPR is an excellent training program for people wishing to learn a craft and work in the entertainment industry. The instructors prepare their students not only with the technical skills needed to thrive in the field, but also the set etiquette and knowledge to navigate working as a contract worker. I cannot recommend his program enough!"
— Marisola
Set Lighting
”I learned more than just the basics of film in a diverse atmosphere at a fraction of the cost of for-profit education. There were times when I was the only diverse crew member on set and that wouldn't of happened without Hollywood CPR. I learned [many valuable skills including] to look people in the eye and introduce myself when I walk into a room. This has been overwhelmingly invaluable in my personal and professional career. Thanks HCPR!”
— Toni
Camera