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I'm sure this subject has been discussed in other threads but I can't seem to find one with the answers that I need. I am basically looking for advice or case studies on limited c…

On Udemy.com there is free course about creating a limited company in the Uk.

I am offering my steadicam services. I am looking to collaborate with anyone whether it be on short films, features, Web series or music promos.

So please do get in touch.

Andr…

Hello fellow filmmakers,

At the beginning of the year I formed a new production company called ‘Tractorni’ with my partner in crime, Ignacio Maiso. To date we have written and p…

Hello Shooters!

My name's Georgie and I'm the company director of a recently incorporated documentary production company called Little Bear Films.

Which sounds very grand, does…

I just wanted to take the time to say a big thank you to everyone who has contributed to this thread. It's been my first experience of testing the SP waters and I have to say I've…

Dear All, I apologize for the "off topic" question:

I live in Italy but thinking about a relocation...Just Today opens a local governmental "call" for a bursary that could be gra…

I'm finding it a bit of a palava to trawl through festivals looking for places that actually have a web-series competition. And many of those that advertise themselves as having o…

@Nick Hilton Also google Pilot Light Festival in Manchester

We're halfway through our campaign, and 20% towards our goal of 13,400 EUR, but struggling to reach a wider audience. Does anyone have experience with booster services or any advi…

OK, after seeing the pitch, you need to hit up as many LGBT organizations as you can. Go to groups and meetings. Answer questions. Let them meet you in person.

Hello everyone!

I really wonder about screen to stage adaptations. Recently I've watched a film and it was really inspirational. I've also seen this topic in a theatre show recen…

The rights position will vary, but in general you want to find the author/author's agent and ask them if the film rights have gone, who owns them, or if you could option them for …

Ive been told to write a script for a short 3 minute campaign film but the whole film will be played out in reverse. How does one go about formatting and writing this? Any ideas?
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Seen that car commercial on at the moment? Sc 1 shows the revenge and you wonder why. Then Super "two days earlier" for Sc2 which explains why, or email my franz@imperialfilmprod…

Hello all,

I'm a Londoner trying to get into the field of science documentaries, and I'd love to meet and chat to like-minded people. I want to share concepts, look for collabor…

Did you guys ever manage to Meetup?

I am in pre-production of a documentary about some of the most innovative medical research in history.

I have access and would be happy to d…

Hello,I am an spanish choreographer that just moved to London and I am looking for new collaborators for one of my favourites art forms, videodance.

Don't need much, just a good …

Hello Sheida,

I missed the first opportunity to collaborate on the first video, but would love to be part of the next.
I've always been interested in developing a dance project …

Writer/Director wanted to collaborate on a series of 6 instagram videos (15 seconds each) which introduce a new premium skin care product for men in an amusing way. Seeking big id…

I am 23 years old and I live just outside of London in Buckinghamshire. I really want to develop my interest in film making and photography but I just lack the experience to impro…

SP hold local meets and there is the monthly Lunch Club in central London for serious professional networking organised by Gareth Owen who runs Roger Moore's office at Pinewood. …

I am a recent graduate, currently filming events for free just to practice what I am learning on my own.

Do I need to identify myself using a press pass or ID when I am outside t…

There is a separate question about what you film. If it is documentary you can get away with members of the public in the background. If you are doing drama you may have problems …

Can anyone recommend any good script writing courses? Im only looking for a short course and something that is well priced.

Thanks

Weekend courses like Robert McKee (author of the book STORY) is considered one of the best. There's New York Film Academy, Gothem Writers, UCLA Extension Writer's Program, and the…

I always wonder how many pages per day scriptwriters consider a reasonable output. On the Scriptnotes show, John August and Craig Mazin seem to think 3-6 a day is about average fo…

Cheers, Adam. Sounds like a sensible pace. I suppose I follow a similar pattern: more structure and speed for clients, freestyle for spec stuff!

Hi,

As the title says, I'm in the catch 22 of wanting to get into the industry whilst not having a quality showreel.

I'd like to score a few short pieces for filmmakers who eit…

Hello all,

I may have an opportunity to direct an animated film for a client, but my experience is mainly in live action.

I thought it would be a good idea to ask for advice on…

Hi guys,

Thanks for your help with that. Duncan - that's really useful, and certainly the impression I've gotten from talking to a few other people to. I like the stuff on your s…

Hi everyone,

I recently began pre-production on my first feature film which I am making independently. It's called "Hollywood Boulevard" and is a dark comedy/thriller set in a sm…

Hi Andrew, thanks for getting in touch and extra thanks for tuning into the podcast. Glad you're enjoying it (even the downer bits). There will be a new episode shortly so keep yo…

Need a reliable, trustworthy Runner / General Assistant for an outdoors shoot in Abney Park this Sunday (30th). It's 2 minutes walk from Stoke Newington station. £90 for getting c…

Er... it was for 30th Oct. Shoot done.

Pity there isn't a way to lock posts once they are no longer timely.

Of course, I should have mentioned the month in the post. Remiss of…

Whilst editing my last film, there were two lads who I sent various clips to to have them fixed.

For example when we were filming, a car boot had been left open in shot and you c…

As someone who provides VFX as an artist and producer/supervisor, I would say from past experience, you could credit the two fixers as VFX Artists or Digital Artist. Greenscreen a…

This is mixture of a failed bank robbery,. A hostage, who complains about being a hostage. An idiotic police Sgt. Who believes the hostage to be part of the bank robber's gang. …

Ive written a seven part TV series. The synopsis is comprehensive and needs padding out and I'd like to work with a co-writer to really make this project buyable.
Its very exciti…

Hello, I have recently finished my screenwriting module at The Met Film School and realised that I have a talent for writing. I would love the offer my enthusiasm to you! If you a…

Hello,

Are there any internships in relation to post-production or film/video editing? My main priority to fulfil my career ambition as an editor are either internship or working…

Get door knocking in Soho, still a lot of post facilities there, and easier to get into than the Beeb. Try smaller places like Cat Skinners as well as larger ones like Lipsync.

Looking to do a work placement for my second year at university and I was wondering if anyone could offer advice on what sites advertise internship opportunities.

Surely the university would have a list of companies that are offering internships. Universities here (the U.S.) have tons of companies looking for cheap labor.