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Original Post from Zyrenka Cox
CALLING ALL ACTORS - Any actors needing a showreel edit?

Any actors out there needing a new reel edit or update? Get in contact

8 years, 8 months ago
Original Post from Anthony Cole
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Actors auditions for low budget projects - Manchester

I'm soon going to be looking for cast members for a short film, the short will be very drama heavy and so the chemistry between the leads is going to make or break it, however the…

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

Hi Anthony,

Are there any pubs near you with backrooms? Otherwise, church halls and scout huts are always good options.

Original Post from David Cheung
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
HOW TO GET FUNDING FOR FULL FEATURE LENGTH ACTION MOVIE IN LONDON?

Hi guys, just wanted to find out from those who have experience in getting feature film funding, so right now I have my feature film on a crowdfunding platform indiegogo as we hav…

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

Hi David, in that case, go to markets where they're big news - you'll get more interest for Armeenha Khan in India than London would be my guess, or look to HK backers for Yennis …

Original Post from Jasmine Acquaah
Is there any Producer out there looking for work?

All, hello,

I am a debut writer looking a Producer to help develop and take my screenplay to the big screen. I have been working on it, this should be the fourth year coming up. …

8 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Ciara Pouncett
Most recent response from Linda Ludwig & James Curle
Hi, I am looking for a show reel editor. I am an actress and have some older footage ( that I can j…

I would like to find someone who can edit a show reel for me. I have old footage and some new footage that I would like to get together ASAP. I am in North London so anyone based …

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

Hi Ciara,

We can help: our company offers all sorts of different showreel services for actors, even filming from scratch if you're not too keen on your old stuff. You can mix and…

Original Post from Stephan Fleming
Any Yorkshire Filming ?

Hi I am an actor currently working out of Hull (I know it's a bit out of it). I can travel to any location no problem but wondered if anyone in the region (Leeds/York/Sheffield et…

8 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from David Anderson
Most recent response from Paul Thompson
North East England film makers?

Hi guys, I've just recently moved to North East England (Hartlepool) from London and wondered if there are any film makers up here?

I have over 10 years professional acting expe…

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

Hi David
I have a comedy series that I have written and am looking for industry professionals to help bring the project to fruition. My experience is mostly in the music industry …

Original Post from Anthony Cole
Most recent response from shirley day
Headshot feedback

I've recently had new acting headshots taken, I've been advised to ask around for afew opinions before picking the two I want, I'd love to hear any opinions from anyone with a goo…

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

HI Anthony
I just had a quick flick through. I thought some of the sparkly background ones were good. The darker sparkly ones were better. http://neilsonreeves.photoshelter.com/…

Original Post from Emmeline Hartley
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Is it true SP members can get CCP discount?

Casting Call Pro costs £156 per year but I never even see that much money in my bank account at any one time. I've been wanting to sign up to it for so long but just can't justify…

2 responses, most recent 8 years, 10 months ago.

However it is the kind of deal that SP collective bargaining would be great for - if Cath or Xenia or anyone is reading...

Original Post from Harrington Day
Male actor looking for film projects

Hi

My name is Harrington Day and I'm looking for speaking roles in film projects. Relying on self tapes (links below) at the moment so please take a look. I have a 'roll my slee…

8 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Robin Brooks
Does anyone have a modern flat/house kitchen with an island for a 3 minute short film shoot? ££££ P…

We are shooting a short 3-minute film entitled "FUGLY", and no it's not what you think. It's a 3-minute horror/drama/comedy piece with a great twist. We see some big awards coming…

8 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Rahul Gandotra
Most recent response from Vanessa Bailey
Casting Director Fees for a Feature Film

So it looks like my feature film is soon going to be financed and I'm doing some background research for rates here in the UK.

I have some contacts who can put me in touch with s…

4 responses, most recent 8 years, 10 months ago.

Dan's right - Casting Assistant is a really good call if you're working to a tight budget. Also certain CDs work well in certain genre - Des Hamilton, for example, excels in gritt…

Original Post from Hannah Lane
Looking for a 'cabbie' to interview and need recommendations/connections

Hi All,

I am hoping to shot over the next few weeks a short film and would like to find a cabbie or ex-cabbie to interview.

The film is based on travel and adventure and what …

8 years, 11 months ago
Original Post from Robin Brooks
Do Any Screenwriters Want to Enter This?

We have a new and exciting challenge that you guys might be interested in...

THE SHOWREEL WRITERS CHALLENGE
London Short Film's Project Four

On Wednesday 24th of August, …

8 years, 11 months ago
Original Post from David Cheung
DIRECTOR LOOKING FOR A FILM PRODUCER

Hi, We are a London based production team/ film makers seeking an experienced film producer to join us on our journey,

Our current film project we are trying to get off the groun…

8 years, 11 months ago
Original Post from Karen Turner
Most recent response from Stuart Price
I am looking for crew in Devon!

Hi guys,

I am a Writer/Director living in Devon. I have recently been chosen as one of the fifteen finalists in the BAFTA Rocliffe Drama Script Call 2016 for my script THE LONG …

1 response, most recent 8 years, 11 months ago.

Hi Karen, Just seen your message... where are you based? I live in the South Hams and shot two shorts n the last 12 months with local crew. Stuart

Original Post from Kristian Hitchen
Actor looking for projects

Actor looking for projects to be involved in willing to travel around the UK as long as expenses are met and job is paid.

Check out my profile and spotlight -

http://www.spotli…

8 years, 11 months ago
Original Post from Robin Brooks
Looking For Showreels and Short Films

Hi all,

Our next event is nearly here and we really want to showcase some of our members short films.

We will be showing two members short films (to be confirmed) on Wednesday 2…

8 years, 12 months ago
Original Post from Brian McGleenon
Most recent response from Lee 'Wozy' Warren
We are producing a Stephen King adaption that stars a cat and a dog? Any advice on where to go to g…

Stpehen King adaption of L.T.'s Theory of Pets:

check our trailer link: https://vimeo.com/161284663

We need one cat and one dog that'll sit in one place while a crew moves aroun…

14 responses, most recent 8 years, 12 months ago.

Hey Brian - a year!!! I guess it depends upon the budget available and if the costs are a high and you need to spread it over a longer period. However, depending upon the actual s…

Original Post from Peter Ouz.
Basically what the guy said below me: any directors/cinematographers want to check out a shirt film…

One script that I'm interested in collab-ing on is a black comedy, satire - it will mostly require voice over work, but it's not an animation and it will also need very creative d…

9 years ago
Original Post from Jessica O'Sullivan
Interested in taking part in a pilot for a reality tv 'style-make-over' show? And who has gone thro…

We are looking for individuals going through major life transitions; a divorce, a career change, recovering from a long-term injury or illness, coming out of jail, recovering from…

9 years ago
Original Post from Harrington Day
Most recent response from John Lubran
If Children under the age of 18 appear in a short film to raise awareness do they need a entertainm…

Hi:)

The short film is about autism:

Watch new video to highlight the film project: https://youtu.be/qVEelfkGV9g

ITV Central News: http://www.itv.com/news/central/2016-05-18/si…

19 responses, most recent 9 years ago.

One of most glaring and manifestly unfair things about our current system of justice is that of the absurdly high cost. It's effectively one rule for the very rich and another for…

Original Post from Matt Dede
Tax Consultant and accountant....

Hi everyone,

We are new to this website and came across it when we attended a Shooting People function a few weeks back in Hackney.

We are a young and vibrant specialist tax fir…

1 response, most recent 9 years ago.

Thank you to those who have been in touch and I'm glad we were able to assist in some way and thank you to those who have decided to sign up as clients - pleasure meeting you. As …

Original Post from Lewis Eastwood
London based noob seeking collaboration

Hi everyone,

I’ve really only just started my journey. I’ve been writing for years, and now want to get stuck in with bringing those scripts to life.

Looking to collaborate, wo…

9 years ago
Original Post from Joseph Davids
Looking for any assistance with extras, stunts, equipment, vfx experience for a short film - Bloom

Short Synopsis

The story is about a girl with a plant growing inside her body. She cannot get treatment, as she’s become a target of the police for her involvement in the student…

9 years ago
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