Hi Max –
I am not a pro nor do I play one on TV but for $1000 you won’t really be able to get a new pro-sumer level camera, let alone a professional one.
I would suggest looking at reputable sources for used cameras if you need the higher end camera – Something like a Sony VX2000 can be gotten used for well under $1000 if you look around and you may be able to get the VX2100 for around that.
Take a look on the trading post here (but caveat emptor) and also at B & H Photo.
Good luck.
