What add-ons do I need on my new Macbook Pro?

My MacBook Pro was recently stolen so therefore I will be needing a new one very soon. I just graduated from college with a Digital Filmmaking major and a Marketing minor. I hope to break into the film/tv/commercial industry soon, obviously with an entry level job on the production side. Any advice on hardware/software configurations, or any 'must-haves' for my new MacBook Pro?
(I would just go to an Apple store but the closest one is over three hours away) 
This is my first post so please forgive me if there are any flaws.
Thanks for your time,
J

Prey http://preyproject.com/

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