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Original Post from Anthony Cole
Most recent response from Mark Wiggins
What role would this work come under?

I've completed a short film which takes place in a single room, through various different takes the audio has been recorded at different levels, so each take has a different volum…

2 responses, most recent 6 years, 6 months ago.

Sound Designer.

Original Post from Pantelis Hapeshis
Indiegogo campaign - Back our short film 'Pride'.

Hey guys
Please back our indiegogo campaign for my next short film called Pride. A story of a female couple that face adversity.
https://igg.me/at/prideshortfilm/x#/

Thanks

6 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Gabriel Hutchinson
Looking to work in Unit Stills - How to find productions

Hi all,

I am photographer who is looking to get into shooting Unit Stills after working in other photography disciplines in recent years.
Recently I have been shooting BTS shots…

6 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Noemie Nk
Script reading - discounts

Hi there!

I offer affordable script reading services, and offer discounts if booked in April/May!
I mainly do short films / narrative features, but feel free to also send tv/th…

6 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Lucy Evans
GRADUATE FILM FUNDING HELP:)?

Hello there everyone!

My name is Lucy, the producer at Counter Productions Films and I'm currently producing my final graduation film 'Nice to Meet You, Florence!' and principle …

6 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Richard Woodburn
Most recent response from Victor De Almeida
To pay or not to pay...this is the question

I have done a few shorts in my time and each short has been low or even micro budget which have all been self funded. I also recognise that in order for these to have any sort of …

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

Oh dear, I feel some of the commentary is unjust on those of us who have a passion for film but a) can't afford to pay because our daytime jobs dont pay high enough b) can't affor…

Original Post from Giulio Gobbetti
Outputting to both 25fps and 30fps

Hello! Technical question.

I have a client that wants us to shoot b-roll packages for media. They are adamant about the fact that they want the same edits in both 30fps and 25fps…

6 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Monique Needham
Most recent response from Dorothy Iskrzynska
Looking for a producer...

Hi there

I am a writer/director and currently have my short film in the festival circuit my film Cashpoint was selected to be screened at the London Independent Film Festival.

1 response, most recent 6 years, 7 months ago.

Hi Monique,

if you're looking for a Producer for your next project, the best place to post would be Production > Get People.

Thanks,
Dorothy

Original Post from Sherice Griffiths
Most recent response from Dorothy Iskrzynska
Do you need a colourist?

Hi guys,

My name is Sherice and I’m a freelance colourist looking for more projects to get involved in.

I trained at Soho editors on their advanced colour grading course last y…

1 response, most recent 6 years, 7 months ago.

Hi Sherice,

Make sure to keep an eye at Production > Get Work, where Shooters actively post about any jobs/collaboration opportunities on their projects.

All the best,
Doro…

Original Post from James Rosati
Most recent response from Dorothy Iskrzynska
Looking for an industry placement

I am a second student at the University of Huddersfield, studying Music and Sound for Image. I am looking for a placement in the film industry between this July and September 2020…

1 response, most recent 6 years, 7 months ago.

Hi James,

Keep an eye on the Production > Get Work and the daily bulletins where shooters post jobs/collaboration opportunities on their projects. Also make sure to sign up to…

Original Post from Matt Kyle
FOR SALE [LONDON] : Glidetrack 1M HD Full shoot kit. Manfrotto Tripod/Head/Quick Release. FREE BAG!

Hi there.

Up for sale I have a Glidetrack shooting kit, complete with everything you need to attach your camera and start shooting.

Included in the kit -

1M HD GlideTrack (th…

6 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Michelle Parkyn
Most recent response from John Lubran
New SEIS / EIS Restrictions

Has anyone been involved in a recent Advanced Assurance submission to HMRC for SEIS or EIS?

I know things have tightened considerably for FPC's after loads set up schemes for sin…

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

It's all a construct of artificial legitimacy. Such rules apply to those who are so caught up in that elaborate charade that they're unable to see the wood for trees. They have th…

Original Post from Tiago Teixeira
Most recent response from Alan Deacon
Sound editing / Mixing / Foley estimates in the UK

Hi all,

I'm producing the post of a 17-minute artsy-horror short film shot in the UK and I'm having trouble figuring out how much I should set aside for the sound design / mixing…

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

Hi Tiago,

It's great that you should be asking that question at all. So many film makers don't really consider the post production sound costs when budgetting their films and end…

Original Post from Nick Coupe
Any female directors in the West Midlands?

Hi Shooters,
I’m looking for a female director based in the West Midlands, preferably with interest/experience in comedy.
Let me know if that’s you!
Nick

6 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Mark Oxtoby
BEEN AFFECTED BY CANCER? HELP US MAKE THIS MULTI-AWARD-WINNING 'BEAUTIFUL COMEDY' SCRIPT INTO A SHO…

Hi, I'm Mark... a Multi-Award-Winning Indie Filmmaker and my script 'My Week with Maisy' a 'beautiful comedy' about cancer has to date won 9x Best Screenplay/Best Dialogue Awards.…

6 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Sherry Davis
Most recent response from Molly Cowderoy
Documentary Editor needed

Hello! I've recently shot a documentary about my Kenyan heritage and need to find an experienced documentary editor to finish the work.

I'm a singer/songwriter/music producer who…

1 response, most recent 6 years, 7 months ago.

Hi Sherry, If you’re looking for people to collaborate with, the most effective way of reaching other members is to list your project in the Production part of the site. You can d…

Original Post from Bernard Weiss
Most recent response from James Hancock
Screenwriter needed

hey guys, I'm looking for somebody who's able to work with me on an niceeee idea I want to realize and write a screenplay out of it ;) payed ...

the idea basically is short-movie…

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

I've messaged you. Cheers

Original Post from Stephanie Burke
Most recent response from Jane Sanger
Director wanted

Period drama for a feature. Must have peevious experience with film with a completion bond. Track record is essential. Experience in period dramas preferable.

Budget: high
Paid…

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

Hi Molly, I am a female Director whose first love is period drama. Experience, credits etc besides those on here. Love to talk more email me info@luminofilms.co.uk I will send y…

Original Post from Barry Staff
Want a stable environment for your future filmmaking?

Tired of hearing about concern as to the impact of Brexit on the future of UK film industry?

Global over-heating will affect the movie business more than everything else put tog…

6 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Rich Peppiatt
DESK AVAILABLE

One (or possibly two) desks available in awesome and friendly Dalston office, right by Dalston Junction Station. You’ll be sharing the floor with two small production companies an…

6 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Charles Meunier
Legal form to use content of books, pictures, piece of art ect... HELP please

Hello,

I am looking to get in touch with a lawyer that specializes in film and copyright.

If you have any suggestions, it would be greatly appreciated.

All the best for your ow…

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

Thank you for your help.
Just for information, this is for a low budget feature film (around 350k for production).
I contacted publishers and writers of around 40 books already. S…

Original Post from Magdalena Herfurtner
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Can anyone recommend a good set medic in London or Kent area?

Looking for recommendations for on-set medical first aid cover in London or Kent area.

1 response, most recent 6 years, 7 months ago.

I'll PM you

Original Post from Neil Oseman
Most recent response from Marlom Tander
Does anyone have any experience of getting a sponsor for a YouTube series?

I am working with director Kate Madison on developing a second season of her highly popular (5 million episode views) series Ren: The Girl with the Mark. This is a short-form fant…

1 response, most recent 6 years, 7 months ago.

I sold advertising on my own web site back when the web was wee :-)

The basic rules never change :-

a) Work out which companies/products would really benefit from being promoted…

Original Post from Barry Staff
Any filmmakers out there wanting to get involved in The Impact feature film?

Filmmakers wanting to participate in the above portmanteau feature film (consisting of two-minute films on various peoples' responses to an asteroid about to obliterate Earth), an…

6 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Miro Caminade
Most recent response from Richard Lipman
Any UK Indie Production Company Recommendations?

Hi

I've finally got my feature screenplay finished and looking to find a producer/production company interested, to try and get it made.

Does anyone have any production compan…

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

The BAFTA Rocliffe New Writing Competition is a platform for aspiring screenwriters to have their work showcased and a fantastic opportunity to take their writing career to the ne…