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Original Post from Simon X. Frederick
Most recent response from Kim Mawson-Scott
Dying to make some short films

Hi People,

My name is Simon, I'm a cinema obsessed screenwriter who is looking to direct a bunch of short films ASAP. I've written about 20 short scripts, 3 pilots and 2 features…

9 responses, most recent 3 years, 10 months ago.

Hi Simon, I am a Writer & Actor - Have done Copy Writing and Short Stories and more recently script Writing. I was in the same boat, and I decided to quit waiting for someone…

Original Post from Clare Cook
To actors, people who act. Would anyone be willing to take part in a short academic study in to act…

Calling actors, people who act (either on a professional or amateur basis). I am an academic researcher investigating the ways in which actors adapt to fulfil their roles and thei…

3 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from chris Butler
I'm looking for a cheep London based dance studio style location for a short, low to no budget film

It can be a dance studio, yoga studio or even a large sports hall. That sort of thing for a short film I'm shooting in October. It would be just for one day and could evening too.…

3 responses, most recent 3 years, 10 months ago.

Thanks so much for the guidance! I'm contacting these places now

Original Post from TIANA LINDEN
Most recent response from Alwyne Kennedy
Any VFX artists able to help me get rid of a visible mic pack?

I have an issue with a mic pack in about 8 seconds of film.

I know it's not an easy job but I was wondering if there were any VFX editors who were up for a challenge.

I don't …

1 response, most recent 3 years, 10 months ago.

A visible mic is probably a very easy job. If you provide the file I'll have a go at it today. No need to pay or anything else.

Original Post from Marc Hardman
Groups or Networks for Short Form Series?

Hi Shooters,

I am writing a short-form episodic series. A dark comedy narrative. We are set to start shooting next March, 2021. I am on the look out for any groups or networks th…

3 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Matthew Lyne-Watt
Most recent response from Adam Ethan Crow
Why does nobody want to pay a screenwriter?

Hello,

I don't want to gripe too much here but I'm going to gripe just a little. I've been a member of this site for some time now and I make an effort to check the job board on …

12 responses, most recent 3 years, 10 months ago.

As a working screenwriter who began by working for free, I do okay - I have to say that almost everyone who chooses to work in this industry, at some point, will work for free.
H…

Original Post from Jayne Slater
Most recent response from Colm McAuliffe
South Yorkshire based Producer looking for LB projects

Hi, I have some free time at the moment and so I want to get more films under my belt. my site is https://jsmslaterfilms.com

I'm looking for good scripts that can be made by bein…

1 response, most recent 3 years, 10 months ago.

Hi Jayne,

don't forget to check out Production > Script Pitch on the Shooting People website where you will find a wonderful archive of members' scripts.

All good wishes,
Colm

Original Post from Syd Heather
Most recent response from Alexander Vanegas Sus
Does anyone have experience of shooting and developing 16mm?

Hi everyone,

I was just wondering if I could perhaps get some help and 'pick some brains' about shooting 16mm?

I'm in the early stages of developing some micro-features and I'd…

17 responses, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

Just jumping in cause I shoot on both S8 and S16. Everything to be said has already been said and I actually got some useful info out of this post as well!

For all you other fil…

Original Post from Ray Brady
Most recent response from Lloyd Raworth
What does a million views of YouTube pay?

I noticed recently that some British independent movies were doing some really big numbers of views on YouTube and just wondered what their revenue streams for putting them on You…

4 responses, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

Thanks, but I said nothing for or against the book’s thesis, just suggested it might be useful as it’s by someone who seems to know what he’s on about, rather than a tech evangeli…

Original Post from TIANA LINDEN
Most recent response from James Hepher
Any Brighton based filmmakers out there?

I've just moved to Brighton.

I'm a jack of all trades looking to collaborate on anything video related.
I write, produce, direct, edit etc etc.

Particular interest is in coll…

2 responses, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

Hi Tiana and Franz,

I've just moved to the area as well and also looking to collaborate.
Also in to creating short form media especially promos and advertising.

Please feel fre…

Original Post from Yuki : the After Effect guy
Shooting for the Academy? Or Shooting for the Oscars?

I want to make a discussion about dreaming to get an Academy award. But since I am a Japanese, I don't know which sounds better. So help me!

6 responses, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

Yep, I make good films, aiming to Academy Awards.

Original Post from Lee 'Wozy' Warren
Short & Feature Film Investment Funding Webinar

I hope that this post is ok and meets SP's standards.

6th August | 1900 | 2-Hours | Online via Zoom

There's so much misinformation, lack of, conflicting and much sporadic inform…

1 response, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

UPDATE: Apologies, I should have mentioned that this is a free to attend event.

Original Post from Nichola Wong
Most recent response from Lee 'Wozy' Warren
Anybody in the know of any amazing SFX people for either collaboration or advice? Thanks gang!

I am shooting a film in mid-august that has quite a few SFX elements (fire, smoke, static hair, wind). Anybody in the know of brilliant SFX people for advice or collaboration? Tha…

2 responses, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

When you say SFX I assume you mean practical effects of smoke, fire etc and not VFX to create virtual smoke, fire etc ... I can help with the later BTW.
Wozy

Original Post from Indroneel Chatterjee
Most recent response from Daryl Vincent
Actors to collaborate with

Hi All!

I've been working on my acting portfolio for a while now and think it's time to finally get myself a showreel! To do this, I'm looking for two people to collaborate with …

3 responses, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

Hey Indroneel! Would be interested too, am currently looking to get a lighter showreel scene in my reel, closer to comedy than drama. Would you be interested in that?

Original Post from patrick astwood
Most recent response from Marlom Tander
Are there any experienced location scouts on Shooting People?

Before I put one of those 'does anyone have a large house?' ads on Shooting People I thought I would aim a little higher and ask if there are any people actually experienced in bo…

3 responses, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

I might be able to give pointers for Gloucestershire. More large houses than you can shake a stick at, Cotswolds, Severn Vale, Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.

Original Post from Thomas Melhuish
iFilmThings x Final Draft Screenwriting Contest. Free Screenwriting Competition - [$250 Software t…

iFilmThings x Final Draft Screenwriting Contest.

The 2021 Screenwriting Contest is now open.

We are happy to release our micro script contest for 2021. This year it’s pretty mu…

1 response, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

http://ifilmthings.com/screenwriting-contest/

Original Post from patrick astwood
Most recent response from Marloes Koot
Where is the link to making a horror feature, moderators?

Apparently there was an online talk about shooting your first horror feature. It was supposed to be streaming today, but I can no longer find it on the site. Anyone know where it …

3 responses, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

In case you missed it, you can now catch up with the recording of our Horror Masterclass & Q&A via our Facebook page: bit.ly/3B66J2a. Thanks, Marloes

Original Post from Chris Dann
composing

Is this ok to post?

A friend of mine has been writing instrumental music for sometime & has recorded some great relaxation music. If anyone is interested in using his current…

3 years, 11 months ago
Original Post from David Bryant
Most recent response from Molly Cowderoy
Editor looking for film project

I am looking for a short film to come on board as an editor as starting new service and want to gain experience editing films that I have not produced.
I am a seasoned film maker …

3 responses, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

Hi David, do check out our production board for editing roles https://shootingpeople.org/production/work Thanks, Molly

Original Post from patrick astwood
Any talented cinematographers out there?

So I'm planning a low budget film project for September/October in France, where I now live. I am not crewing yet but putting out the feelers for some talented DoPs and other HoDs…

7 responses, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

Thanks for links, everyone. Will watch and follow-up.

Original Post from Buppha Wittaya-Amponpunt
Most recent response from Lee 'Wozy' Warren
How to pitch a TV show?

How do I pitch my own TV show to Netflix, BBC, producers, and the like, with myself as a lead actor like Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag), Michaela Coel (I May Destroy You), for ins…

11 responses, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

Wozy's Insight's

If you are going to festivals and markets to pitch your film project, go prepared. Taking only a script will seriously reduce your chances of success. You should…

Original Post from harriet barbir
Most recent response from Valon JAKUPAJ
short film

Hi there, a short film I wrote is in competition at BMC outdoors festival and all films are on Youtube. As the competition is based on viewing figures I would be grateful if you c…

6 responses, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

beautiful and poetic. it would of looked fantastic if it was shot on Super8.

Original Post from Max Khan
Looking for a small studio premises to hire around or in London.

We're looking for small studio premises around London or in London.
Any suggestions?

3 responses, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

Thanks @Philip and @Tony.
I really appreciate your help

Original Post from patrick astwood
Most recent response from François Evans
Putting out feelers for crew for a low budget feature later this year

So I'm planning a low budget film project for September/October in France, where I now live. I am not crewing yet but putting out the feelers for some talented DoPs and other HoDs…

1 response, most recent 3 years, 11 months ago.

Hello Patrick,

Happy to compose and produce your music for you. Studio in West France. Showreel here:

https://www.lampfilmusic.com/index.php/francois-evans/2-uncategorised/201-f…

Original Post from James Webber
looking for FS7 camera rental in Oxfordshire area with grip equipment if anyone can help?

Shooting a music video in 3-4 weeks time and am looking to hire an FS7 or equivalent camera with a wide angle lens and zoom lenses plus tripod and if possible a focus grip in the …

3 years, 11 months ago
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