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Original Post from Sue Carpenter
GlobalGirl Film Festival - submissions deadline 1 Nov

Hi all

I'm the trustee of GlobalGirl Media UK, the UK charity that empowers young women through digital media training, and we're hosting our first-ever film festival. We're open…

4 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Adam Corres
Most recent response from Marlom Tander
Any advice on a writer's contract payment problem?

This relates to a current television show, not in its first season, credited to a founding script writer. The named writer subcontracted for one ghostwritten episode and insisted …

4 responses, most recent 4 years, 7 months ago.

Let us know how you get on :-)

Original Post from Daniel Miller
Most recent response from John Harden
Has anyone had to create a lookbook for funding applications?

Hi there,

I am sending in a couple of funding applications and one of the requisites is a lookbook. I think I have created something that represents my vision for the film but I …

3 responses, most recent 4 years, 7 months ago.

Thanks Daniel! I'm glad the Stranger Things book was some help. I imagine a lookbook for a short could be much simpler than these examples, more in scale with objective. Keith is …

Original Post from Simon Brooke
Most recent response from glen perry
Professional Script Editor offering HIGHLY discounted rates

Hi Shooters!

Do you have a script that would benefit from the input of an experienced industry professional?

I'm a professional script editor and reader. Clients include BAFTA R…

1 response, most recent 4 years, 7 months ago.

Hi, Simon. this service sounds appealing to me. I've recently been rejected by the BBC with a pilot spec script without an explanation.

Original Post from Alex Akakpo
Most recent response from Catherine Dixon
Looking For Writers With Finished Novels, Scripts, Plays, Or Short Stories.

Hey everyone:, how's it going,

Alex here,

I just joined yesterday.

I'm an Audio producer / composer with a studio in (Northwest London).

My back ground is mainly in the music …

43 responses, most recent 4 years, 7 months ago.

Hi Alex
I have finalised a play about Lockdown and about about to rehearse online. Interested in this project becoming an audiobook. I am based in London, have script, actors and …

Original Post from Catherine Dixon
Any male actors looking to get involved in an online play?

Are there any male actors (prof/amateur) keen to join the cast of an online play about relationships in Lockdown based in London and Italy. There are parts for two male actors.

4 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Samesh Ramjattan
Most recent response from Toby University of Bedfordshire
Showrunner/Producer required for Scripted Sitcom

I am developing an 8 episode half hour mainstream sitcom for TV and requires the collaboration of an experienced Showrunner or Producer who can support development of the script a…

1 response, most recent 4 years, 7 months ago.

Hi Samesh. I'm an award-winning writer and Senior Lecturer in Scriptwriting. What payment are you proposing for this work? Best wishes, Toby Norways.

Original Post from Marlom Tander
TIP - Amazon AWS and S3 as footage backup

Just a heads up, but if having your raw footage on cards and drives keeps you up at night, never quite sure that none are lost, corrupted, and that the house might burn down....

9 responses, most recent 4 years, 7 months ago.

UPDATE on Wasabi

Their low low prices are based on your monthly download volume not exceeding (by too much), your storage volume.

So, really good for backup purposes during prod…

Original Post from Paolo Carbone
Script editor looking for scripts

Hi Everyone,

I recently graduated with a MA in Screenwriting at the London Film School - just listed in The Hollywood Reporter's Top 15 Film Schools list for 2021 - and I want to…

4 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Nima Akbarpour
BFI NETWORK x BAFTA Crew and BAFTA Breakthrough UK difference

Do you know what is the difference between BFI NETWORK x BAFTA Crew programme and BAFTA Breakthrough UK?

4 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Sherice Griffiths
Any actors looking for new showreel material?

If anyone is looking for new showreel material feel free to get in touch!

I recently shot this impactful drama scene written and filmed exclusively for the talented Rachel Jane R…

4 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Thomas Melhuish
Most recent response from John Lubran
How to become a film director

Becoming a film director is one of the most popular roles when it comes to asking any newcomers. It is a cool job, to be honest, but it's not the most straightforward path to beco…

3 responses, most recent 4 years, 7 months ago.

One ought not take ones own case to be a generality.

Now then young wippersnapper. The routes taken by people who have achieved professional, technical and artistic viability an…

Original Post from Thomas McCue
Most recent response from Peter McKay
Any productions going ahead in Scotland?

All posts in the filmmakers bulletin are for London. I just wanted to ask if there’s any productions going ahead in Scotland?

3 responses, most recent 4 years, 7 months ago.

Thanks. I appreciate it. Could you drop me a line - peter@faultlinebroadcasting.com
I've a couple of things on the bounce just now - always looking for good crew.
I produce docs.

Original Post from Vasily-f .
Most recent response from Jamie Kennerley
How do I set out on finding work either as B Cameraman or B DOP on a feature film?

Hi shooters

I am a London based filmmaker and I have experience on low budget short film productions but never worked for a feature film.

My knowledge is on camera and lighting …

6 responses, most recent 4 years, 7 months ago.

@Vasily-f .
Good stuff Vasily! You're on the right track man.
:-)

Original Post from Vanya Tomova
Most recent response from Vasiliki Antonopoulou
Colourist looking for projects

Hello Shooting People,

My name is Vanya Tomova. I am a colourist based in London and I am able to work remotely on a professional grading suite. I'm just finishing a full length …

2 responses, most recent 4 years, 7 months ago.

Hi Vanya,

Hope you are well. I am currently in development stage of a short I have written and will be directing.

The narrative progresses in different settings, and colouring i…

Original Post from Thomas Melhuish
How to create a Hologram in Premiere Pro (A beginners Guide)

Here we look at how you can create a Hologram in Adobe Premiere Pro.

Adobe Premiere Pro is a great post production tool for filmmakers alike. In this video, we go through the st…

4 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Vasily-f .
How do I set out on finding work either as B Cameraman or B DOP on a feature film?

Hi shooters

I am a London based filmmaker and I have experience on low budget short film productions but never worked for a feature film.

My knowledge is on camera and lighting …

3 responses, most recent 4 years, 7 months ago.

Hi Mark

first of all, I am so sorry for my late response.

Your advice is very much appreciated and after while trying to find where I start with this, I tend to believe that ne…

Original Post from Elias Suhail
Hiring a London bus for a self-funded short on the issue of the "hidden homeless"

Hello, I am co-producing a self-funded short film on the topic of the "hidden homeless" - the estimated 62% of homeless people in England who are sofa surfing or staying in insecu…

4 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from James Parrett-Jung
Professional Casting Director happy to help with your upcoming projects.

Should it be a short film, advert, music video, corporate shoot, happy to help with any and all. My experience includes working with clients such as Braun, Adidas, Andrex and BP t…

4 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Zan Barberton
Most recent response from Nima Akbarpour
Has anybody else been charged for an IMDB pro membership that they didn't sign up for?

I just found out that IMDB has been charging me without my knowledge (£20 a month). Has anyone had the experience of getting a refund for this? Or any idea how they might have obt…

2 responses, most recent 4 years, 7 months ago.

Hi Zan,

IMDb Pro is a paid service but the first month is free of charge. If you used the free month subscription and didn't cancel it, IMDb will charge you. I think you subscrib…

Original Post from Thomas Melhuish
Character Development Resource (Free Worksheet)

Character development is an integral part of the screenwriting process. It helps you create a three-dimensional character and dig deep into their roots. What makes them tick? What…

4 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Thomas Melhuish
The keyframe animations every filmmaker should learn

Keyframes are integral to every video editor if they are looking to improve and make the best video content imaginable. In today's article we will look into the keyframe animation…

4 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Jordan John
Win a FREE headshot session with Sheila Burnett

Underscore Studios are crowdfunding for their latest project.

Support working-class narratives and equality in the arts by pledging £5 and entering the draw to WIN a FREE headsh…

4 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Thomas Melhuish
How to reduce background noise in premiere pro (A beginners guide)

If you've ever had to edit audio in your filmmaking career, you'll know the burden of receiving the sound recording and the first thing you hear is unwanted background noise creep…

4 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Morgan Davies
Getting Started and earning your stripes but where to start?

So I graduated about a year ago, done a runners course, jumped around some online jobs but really want to get into commerical I know the main thing for people is experience and ri…

8 responses, most recent 4 years, 7 months ago.

Hey Terri, based in London if you're still looking for runners I'd love to put my name forward.

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