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Original Post from Matthew Prince
Most recent response from Ray Brady
As an introvert, how do I make the best use of filmmakers' networking nights?

Last year, I avoided many networking opportunities in London Film and TV because I was too nervous to go as I didn't know what to say or know anyone who would be there. I also hav…

9 responses, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

Hi Angela,
Very nice link, many thanks for sharing. Re: "I’ll try to talk to at least 5 people at every networking event I go to, otherwise there’s no point going at all." so ver…

Original Post from Anthony Cole
Who wants to start a team?

Hey,

I'm a screenwriter with 4 years experience and primarily write feature length screenplays, I've just completed a horror screenplay which is in pre-production which you can f…

7 years, 3 months ago
Original Post from Dominic Stewart
Looking to start a filmmaking group with talented filmmakers

I am a film writer and director looking to start a collective with other talented, determined film professionals of varying skills/experience to start collaborating on a number of…

7 years, 3 months ago
Original Post from Helen Jack
48 Trends Reshaping the Film Industry

Hey Shooters,

I'm sure many of you are familiar with the work of Stephen Follows (a fellow Shooter, no less), but for those of you who aren't, he provides a lot of very insightfu…

7 years, 3 months ago
Original Post from Ryan Pithers
Most recent response from Jo Fox
little/no experience in film.

for someone that has little to no experience in film or behind the camera. how would someone be able to get into film with that experience at hand and starting from the ground up?

3 responses, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

Hi Ryan - this is a big problem with the industry. How does someone with enthusiasm but no film school training get into the business. I agree with the advice above in terms of ge…

Original Post from Darren Roberts
What's the rule on using film posters in a short film?

Hello

I'm filming a short film on Saturday and the main character has some film posters on his wall (Alien, The Shining, Night of the living dead) the posters are only shown brie…

2 responses, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

Thanks Yen, that's very helpful.

Original Post from Vasco de Sousa
How did you raise money for your last feature film?

For our last film, we used a combination of crowdfunding, sales of related products (like a production journal), and basically using as few people as possible and doing the work w…

19 responses, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

Sergio,
I understand that some Europeans use dots where English speakers use commas. I found it really annoying when doing spreadsheets.
I remember when I was at Pima Community …

Original Post from Lee Burnett
Most recent response from Sergio Falchi
Experienced DOP looking for documentary / narrative directors

Hi everyone.

My name is Lee Burnett, an experienced DOP located in Hackney, London. I shoot a lot of narrative, music video and documentary. Solid knowledge in lighting and alwa…

1 response, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

Hi Lee, I will write you a PM or e-mail. Thanks for sharing your reel

Original Post from Chris Regan
New Filmmaking/Screenwriting Podcast...

Hello! I just wanted to share the link to a podcast I've started with my brother. We're taking a no-budget feature from initial idea to production and recording the entire creativ…

7 years, 3 months ago
Original Post from Maria Ponosova
Short silent film collaboration anyone?

Hi everyone,

I am an aspiring director / screenwriter based in Bristol and I am looking for people to collaborate on a short film.

The film is about a guy who keeps chasing his…

7 years, 3 months ago
Original Post from Ryan Pithers
I need someone to take a chance on a passion project of mine

I have written a short film where my script needs a little work done to it. As I need someone to take a chance on the short film based upon my own experiences. That’s all I am loo…

2 responses, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

hey,

yes i have written the script and it might need some work and improvement. however i need some help getting everything together for it and perhaps more. i hope you are stil…

Original Post from Dan Prodger
Most recent response from James Kearney
Short script wanted (Good opportunity to gain a writing credit!)

Hi all,

I’m looking for a short script to to start a project on!
Any genre/ level of experience will do as long as the writer is open to criticism and tweeks to story or charact…

5 responses, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

I don't have much experience either but I have one short if you're interested? It's twenty minutes long and is a comedy thriller.

Original Post from David Roberts
What do you think?: Looking for feedback on 2nd Short

Hi there,

I'm trying to garner some opinions on my recent film, a documentary comedy on how hard it is to be a cat.

I'm particularly looking for feedback on the edit and audio, …

2 responses, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

Thank you James.

Original Post from Matteo Valentini
Most recent response from Rane Fisher
Who wants to create a new team?

Hi all! I'm Matteo Valentini, screenwriter with two full-length films in pre-production already.
What I want to propose to you today is to help me to bring a short I have recently…

16 responses, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

I make a lot of neat sounds and music and I would love to help!

Original Post from Lorraine Ogadinma Stodel
Most recent response from Michael Adeyeye
I am seeking a VFX artist/producer to work on a feature film with

Hi.

I am making a feature film and require someone with the VFX know how to collaborate with.

You will be making graphics in the scenes.. and example is Scott Pilgrim VS the Wor…

1 response, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

Sounds interesting, lets talk more!

Original Post from Stefanie Williams
Collaborative Drone Work

We are Aerialworx a well established drone filming company and looking to get involved with people on interesting projects which would benefit from aerial footage. Feel free to se…

7 years, 3 months ago
Original Post from Barry Ryerson
Dubbing mixer looking for projects

Hi everyone,

I've been teaching audio post-production for about 10 years now at various levels though more recently on degree courses. For personal reasons I've had to leave my f…

2 responses, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

Thanks for getting in touch. I've PM'd them to you.

Original Post from Sahera Khan
I am seeking the Producer for my short film

I am a Director but I have also Co-Director as well.

It would be my first time as a Director.

I am looking for a female Producer for a short film to assisting the funding.

The …

7 years, 3 months ago
Original Post from Jamie Gamache
Most recent response from Rane Fisher
‘51 States’ | A Dystopian Thriller | Equality in film

‘51 States’ is short dystopian thriller set in an all too possible future, where a Sikh wife and mother risks execution in the fight to be reunited with her family.

The film is e…

1 response, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

I am very new here from the music industry. In my experiences 'off screen' are having been told by several that my work should be in films and video games. I have gotten a lot of …

Original Post from Lidia Crisafulli
I am a stills photographer looking for experience.

If anyone is interested please get in touch!

7 years, 3 months ago
Original Post from Alexander Arthur
Most recent response from Paul W Franklin
Producer for a short film

I have written a short film I am looking to direct in the February. This is a brilliant project for the festival circuit with a budget of £13,000. I am looking for an experienced …

5 responses, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

£13k is rather a lot. Can you give a quick breakdown of costs please?
P.

Original Post from Helen Jack
Any shooters part of Berlinale Talents this year?

Hi everyone,

As some of you may know, the 2018 Belinale Talents programme (as part of Berlin Film Festival) is coming up next month. It attracts filmmakers from all over the glob…

2 responses, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

Hi Chiara - thanks for posting in. Well done on your selection for Berlinale Talents.

Shooters - let Chiara know if you'll also be in town.

Original Post from Matthew Prince
Looking for Actors & Crew for Croydon, South London short film collective!

Join the Croydon Short Filmmakers Club for 2018!

We're looking to make short films in and around Croydon this year with young filmmakers and graduates who want to showcase their …

7 years, 3 months ago
Original Post from imran naushad
Most recent response from Ray Brady
Have your short horror/thriller script filmed in Yorkshire

This is a great opportunity to have your film made and screened internationally.

Despite an overwhelming response you still have time to submit to Talkinglens' short film script …

1 response, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

Hi Imran,
I have a script, I forward it to you now by email.
Kindest regards Ray Brady

Original Post from leo manning farnon
Most recent response from Helen Jack
hey everyone

Hi it is Leo it is great to have joined i have been doing fundraising events for the last 4 years. And i am doing a big fundraising event coming up next year carrying a bag of sa…

2 responses, most recent 7 years, 3 months ago.

Hi Leo,

The best way to find someone is to post this as a job through the Production part of the site and click 'Get People'. As John says, because this is a personal project for…

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