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Original Post from ALAN HAMWAN
Most recent response from Neal McAndrew
Looking for a Script editor/reader, around Merseyside

Looking for a Script editor/reader, in Liverpool or around Merseyside.

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

Hi Alan, I am Merseyside based and would be happy to discuss with you going forward, I produce shorts and develop with other writers and creatives to get their scripts through the…

Original Post from Entertainment Media
Most recent response from Dorothy Iskrzynska
Looking for Live Streaming Camera Operator to work Monday - Fridays 3pm - 7pm OR /AND 8 pm - 11 pm…

Live Streaming Camera Operators

Required:
Own Camera compatible for live streaming
Experience streaming from Twitter via Periscope
Will be familiar with Dacast, OBS, Restream, S…

1 response, most recent 5 years, 7 months ago.

Hi there, the best place to post about the opportunity would be Production > Get Crew where Shooters actively look for work. There you can add a listing for a 'member of staff'…

Original Post from Tim Berry
Looking for feedback on your feature screenplay?

Looking for feedback on your feature screenplay?

I am an NFTS trained script editor, I have read for screenplay competition Shore Scripts since 2015 and have previously worked in…

5 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Industrial Scripts
Fixing Your Screenplay for a Script Reader

It can be dispiriting to get that rejection email on a script you've worked tirelessly on for months. And it can be hard to get back on the horse.

However, it's always important…

5 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Tireni Dada
Most recent response from Jordan Bunton-Williams
Advice on seeking producers and funding for a feature film?

Hello All,

I've written a few feature films, and I'm in search of producers, funding and a director to help get this to the shooting stage. My scripts are mostly thrillers, but I…

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

I use this funneling system to finance all films that I work on. I have a FREE tutorial video that you can watch to see how I do it: https://www.ohdff.com/home31657948

Original Post from Steven Deighan
Most recent response from Marlom Tander
Any filmmakers looking for stories they can develop? Not wasting time on script classes, "learning…

Don't wish to come across as arrogant (much), but films can be made without "educational support" (ie. classes on how to do it "right") All you need is the will and the tools and…

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

So, when will we see your film? FWIW I really don't think horror works as a film genre, (yes, I know, it's just me), but I LOVE horror on the radio. Monsters are so much better in…

Original Post from George Brian Glennon
Most recent response from Alwyne Kennedy
Technical Deliverables for Film Festivals going into 2020

First, Happy Holidays to All,

Technology continues to rapidly change. I'm preparing to get my short film ready to send out to festivals. I'm told the best way to submit is to u…

1 response, most recent 5 years, 7 months ago.

All the festivals I looked at last year required films to be submitted in 1080p. In case you don't know, that's HD rather than 2K or 4K. When converted to a 1080p mp4, my 28 minut…

Original Post from Giulio Gobbetti
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Terms of a Distribution Contract

Hello! Once again, I'm here to ask the help of the SP community.

In the last three years I embarked in a journey that led me to produce and co-direct a mid-length documentary, wh…

4 responses, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

If it doesn't limit your options at all, no harm in giving it a go, I guess! If the actual promotion part is on them, so they earn by making you money, job's a good'un.

Original Post from Luke Albert
Most recent response from Ed Griffiths
Film script or TV Series script?

Hello All.

I have a question I am really intrigued to hear your thoughts about. I am currently in the process of formulating a script and I am at a crunch point. The script can …

13 responses, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

Hey Luke,

Cheers for responding! In my (sadly limited) experience, a good narrative idea has inherent dramatic ‘space’; that is, it will stand a lot of rewriting and variations. …

Original Post from James Esposito
Most recent response from Al Carretta
Amazon Video Direct

Anyone on here using Amazon Video Direct? Here's a link to my films released on Amazon. www.amazon.com/v/underground
Would love to share experience with this platform with other s…

14 responses, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

@Michael Lebor Hi Michael, before the thread gets lost in a different dimension (I had trouble finding it) I was wondering if you have a massive problem with trolls on Amazon too?…

Original Post from Industrial Scripts
Best Character Arcs of 2019?

We recently published an article on how to construct great character arcs...

https://industrialscripts.com/character-arc/

What are some great examples from 2019 film and TV seri…

5 years, 8 months ago
Original Post from Molly Cowderoy
Most recent response from Adam Frith
What's your top film of 2019?

Hi Shooters,

It's been another fantastic year for film and we would love to know your top film of 2019? And whether you have a film or tv guilty pleasure?

My top film: Monos (…

9 responses, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

My quick list of top films of 2019 based on the first themes that come to mind:

Docs:
For Sama - a must see.
The Street.
Little Big Farm.
Citizen K.

My British made top 3:
M…

Original Post from Claudiu Pavel
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
RAM and GPU vs CPU: Which is more important in 2D animation?

I am using Moho 12 to animate 2D rigs.

It works pretty well, but every other rig slows down or crashes the program.

The computer does not seem to be overwhelmed.

Memory ussa…

2 responses, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

This'll depend entirely on how the software is optimised, and as such I'd probably ask on the developer's forum/go through their support. Generally I can't see any reason you're …

Original Post from Ray Brady
Free download 2020 Oscar Contending Screenplays

2020 Oscar Contending Screenplays
Educational resource. Download all this year's Oscar Nominated Screenplays plus most of previous years.
https://indiefilmhustle.com/free-screenpl…

5 years, 8 months ago
Original Post from Mick Dow
Most recent response from Jane Sanger
Has anyone used Festival Formula for submitting their short films? Are there any other companies or…

Hi
We are looking for advice on film festival submissions. Has anybody worked with Festival Formula? We would be interested to know if there were any other companies or individua…

8 responses, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

Film Festival Doctor are good , Rebekah meets you, looks at the film, discusses where to aim for (no guarantees) this manages your expectations and therefore wasted money on festi…

Original Post from Lawrence Perry
Chronic Illness in Shorts

The phone call rang and two people with Parkinson's Disease were on the phone, telling me about their stories, they had something in common, they had been through a great deal of …

5 years, 8 months ago
Original Post from Lawrence Perry
Idea for a film script..................

Well we can appear to see what is happening on the world stage....... 35 years ago in Jerusalem, Israel, I heard a prophetic Word that the UK would leave the Revived Roman Empire …

5 years, 8 months ago
Original Post from Steven Beetham
hi shooters , looking for old style heart monitor for hospice set? , and looking for local to Lanc…

hi shooters

Crew for Any! position Wanted for shoot from the 31st jan 2020 dates In A Row for 2 weeks bring a friend ,

fro further details look to - Riverwyrefilms

che…

5 years, 8 months ago
Original Post from Ed Hartwell
Screening a new Christmas film before Christmas?

I have recently completed an adult comedy christmas animation (watch at https://youtu.be/WLwOCw6QXUs )
and I'm wandering if anyone is looking for a 9 min short to screen anywhere …

5 years, 8 months ago
Original Post from Johnny Maya
YOUTUBE CHANNEL - HOW TO CREATE CONTENT AS AN ACTOR ?

Hello Shooting People Family.

I hope Christmas preparations are going well

I recently created a YouTube Channel!

https://m.youtube.com/channel/UC65-e2_CRNPkraC-Mvw-Thw

I am n…

4 responses, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

Hello Alexandra,


Really appreciate your engagement with my question.


Great work with "Little Green Street" it´s a lovely homage to Charlie Chaplin.


Was this the content t…

Original Post from Johnny Maya
YOUTUBE CHANNEL - HOW TO CREATE CONTENT AS AN ACTOR

Hello lovely Shooting People family.

I hope Christmas preparations are going well

I recently created a YouTube Channel!

https://m.youtube.com/channel/UC65-e2_CRNPkraC-Mvw-Thw

2 responses, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

Hello James,
Thanks for engaging with my post.
I will definetly check your content and I will pass it on to whoever I think will enjoy it.
Have a magical Christmas,
Keep in to…

Original Post from Simon X. Frederick
Most recent response from Vinca .
What is the UK version of A24? If there isn't one, why not?!

I'm interested if anyone thinks we have a company that is seemingly focussed on allowing filmmakers to create the art they have in their minds. But also working with filmmakers wh…

6 responses, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

There are UK producers and production companies that produce cool creative film and TV. It's definitely not only the US that funds interesting projects. Marriage Story and Once Up…

Original Post from Fred W
Most recent response from Simon Brooke
Anyone know of a great script reading service?

Hello,

I am writing a modern day sci-fi/fantasy TV series pilot aimed for the big streaming services. It’s quite dark with some humour and action, so I suppose it is an in betwee…

1 response, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

Hi Fred

I'm a script editor/script reader. I've read for all 4 strands of BAFTA Rocliffe (TV, Comedy, Drama, Childrens), Film London and many more. I've also script edited many p…

Original Post from richard kelly
Most recent response from Molly Cowderoy
Finding a Micro Budget Short Film Group in South East London

Hello from Richard, i am based in hither green, south east London. I am looking to find or join a micro-budget, low-budget short film group in south east London. The reason why is…

1 response, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

Hi Richard. If you're looking to fill particular crew or cast roles, you can post them into Production (https://shootingpeople.org/production) Best of luck!

Original Post from davina brown
Most recent response from Vasco de Sousa
HOW TO MARKET YOUR FILM ONLINE

Does anyone have experience promoting their film online by working with social media networkers and viral marketing campaigners to drive traffic to streaming websites?

4 responses, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

Davina, my point is that if you say that about writers attracting producers and directors, why can't the same apply to filmmakers attracting audiences?

The answer you gave else…

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