Article: Instead of tracing all the way around, create a straight line across the bottom where the point of your Pacman mouth hits. This will make triangles. Trace about 2-3 cm around your outline and cut your shape out along this outline. The extra fabric will give you plenty to work with to make your ears. If you’re using faux fur, make sure the hair is going upwards toward the tip of your ears. If you want to use separate kinds of fabric for the front and back of your ears, take your second fabric and trace the outline of the first cutouts you made. If you wish to use the same fabric, simply re-trace your first cutouts onto your original fabric. Use your scissors to cut these out. When you do this, you want the inside of the fabric to be facing you. Straight pin around the original outline that you made. Sew along the straight pins around the sides of your ears. Leave the bottom unsewn. Now that you’ve sewn your ears, use your scissors to cut the excess fabric off of the outside. Flip your ears. Now that you’ve sewn the sides together, flip your ears inside out. (This will make them right side out). Put the cutouts into your ears through the bottom slit. Glue them into place, starting with a drop of glue at the top point of the ear and working it down to the bottom. Your Packman mouth should still be sticking out. It will look like two triangles coming out from the bottom of your ears. The two triangles of your cutout that are sticking out of the bottom of your ears should be folded toward the back of the ear. Take glue and place it on the underside of the right triangle. Fold the ear so that this triangle lays over the top of the other to form a cone. Hold in place while the glue dries. Your ears have structure and support, they just need to be attached. You can either pin them to a headband, or you can pin them straight into your hair. Simply place the ear where you want on your head and slide the pin so that it catches the construction paper structure of your ear as well as your hair. Two pins is all it will take to hold them in place.
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Trace your pattern onto the inside of your fabric. Use your second fabric. Straight pin your ears together. Cut off excess fabric. Support your ears with your construction paper. Shape your ears. Use bobby pins.

Problem: Article: If you're having a hard time connecting to the opera, try comparing it to something you do understand. If you love fashion, for example, study the intricate costumes. Or if you're a Broadway fan, think about the similarities and differences of opera and musicals. Focusing on the elements you do understand can keep you from getting bored. Sometimes, sitting still for too long during an opera can make people feel restless. Don't stay in your seat during the intermission. Use it as an opportunity to stretch your legs, talk to your neighbor, or get a quick snack outside. Pay attention to how long the intermission lasts so you can get back to your seat by the next act. Opera is known for expressing powerful feelings through the dialogue and song. Immerse yourself in the emotional experience: laugh at the comedic parts, gasp during surprises, and cry when the characters face tragedy. Putting yourself in the characters' perspectives can make opera a fun and cathartic experience.  Operas are made to stand on their own as a form of expression without necessarily knowing the language. Don't worry too much about understanding the characters or the plot. You can still appreciate the music abstractly. If you tend to tear up when you feel strong emotions, you may want to bring some tissues just in case. Unlike musical theater, opera patrons often clap during the production. But there is still some structure as to whether the audience should clap—after a particularly moving aria or act is most acceptable. If you're not sure whether to clap, watch the audience and try to follow their lead. If you want to compliment a particular singer, shout bravo (male), brava (female), or bravi (gender neutral/plural).
Summary: Relate the opera to something that you enjoy. Take a break during the intermission. Let yourself run with the emotional intensity of opera. Wait until others clap before applauding.

Apply for jobs in production online using sites like Craigslist, Indeed and Monster. Craigslist may be the best bet for finding small projects in your area that need short-term help. Job sites like Indeed and Monster usually post long-term jobs, which are harder to get but are more permanent. Don’t send the same general resume and cover letter on all your applications. You want to make sure that you express why you as a candidate admire that studio or company and how you would fit into the environment there. For example, you could include a sentence in your cover letter that says, “I am particularly excited to have the opportunity to apply to Red Crown Productions because I admire the work they have done to bring national attention to smaller, independent filmmakers.” Don’t apply for an Executive Director position if you have no experience in the industry. Look for Production Assistant, also known as PA, roles. These are the entry-level positions in film and video production, and are where many start off when getting into production. Unfortunately, this is an almost inevitable part of starting out in film or video production. Almost everyone in the industry has to pay their dues and do unpaid work as assistants or runners. If a studio or company is interesting, fetching coffee may be worth it for the connections that you can make. You have already researched studios and companies in your area. Make a list of the ones that most interest you and call their production office . You will likely reach the Production Assistant on the phone. Ask them if there are any openings and if you can send a resume.  Just because a studio doesn’t list jobs, it doesn’t mean they don’t exist. Many studios hire through word of mouth or through references, which is why pursuing them is a good tactic. Create a LinkedIn profile and post your resume. Get in touch with any recruiters that you can find that are in the industry. LinkedIn is fast becoming one of the most vital ways to find jobs in the digital age. If you get an interview with a studio or company, do thorough research. Make sure you know things like their size, where they usually work and what projects they have been doing.  Their website is always a great place to start. You can also find information on them by doing a Google search. If you get an interview, do your best to communicate your own skills and assets. Bring each question back to your strengths and the ways that you can contribute effectively to the company or project. Stay positive and down to earth. The last thing any film crew needs is someone who will bring drama to the table. Present yourself as someone who is grounded and is willing to follow directions. After the interview, send an email thanking the interviewer for their time. It is a polite gesture that is almost standard interviewing procedure now. It will also make sure that the employer will keep you in mind as he or she is interviewing other candidates.
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Apply to jobs positions online. Customize your resume and cover letter for each job that you apply to. Apply to jobs you’re qualified for. Don’t be above internships or unpaid positions. Contact studios or companies that interest you. Use LinkedIn to apply for jobs. Research the company or studio before the interview. Show yourself in the best light during the interview. Always follow up on an interview.