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Original Post from Ken Box
Composer and Film Maker Available

Hi,

I have now uploaded some films I directed, produced, composed for and acted on my Shooting People Profile.

I am Logic, FCPX savvy and too an extent After Effects.

I have al…

9 years, 8 months ago
Original Post from Nadira Murray
Most recent response from Jonathan Schey
Is there any actors in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire? Also any film crew in Aberdeen?

Hi there,

I'm producing my first short film, at Peterhead Prison, either in November or December. I have an experienced director and DOP with the coolest lenses. It's about refug…

1 response, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

Hey Nadira!

Good luck with the project. Sounds fun!

Please check out y film on film of the month - 5 stars warmly welcomed ;) hehe https://shootingpeople.org/filmofthemonth/film…

Original Post from mandana mohit
Filmmaking workshops, where are the best places to advertise them to enthusiasts?

We have regular workshops and courses organised in various elements of filmmaking that may appeal to many filmmakers out there. Does anyone know of a place where they could be adv…

9 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from MARCIO DELGADO
Most recent response from Dan Horrigan
Collective of filmmakers in Northeast London - anyone Up for it?

Based near Walthamstow, I am an experienced producer and director for TV and digital platforms. Currently looking to connect with screenwriters, editors and filmmakers by creatin…

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

I am a screenwriter based in Hackney.
Populace: Award of Excellence Accolade Global Film, official selection Shuffle Festival, HollyShorts, SunscreenFFWEST, best performance in a …

Original Post from Marcos Avlonitis
Cheap Headshots

Hello all,

I'm a freelance photographer (you can see some of my portraits here: http://1drv.ms/1FKIKHh ) and have been working to create a 'headshot day' with the Poetry School t…

9 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Shaun McDermott
Hi Shooters, I'm returning to acting again after a break..is there now a replacement for PCR that I…

Previously I used to share subscription for PCR but the industry has moved on....is there anything similar now?

Thanks,

Shaun.

9 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Grace Halliday
Most recent response from Valentine Taylor
Collaboration -

Hi,

This is the first time that I've ever post anything..... Is there anyone out there that would be interested in collaborating to build show reel material? I'm an actor that h…

21 responses, most recent 9 years, 11 months ago.

Hello Grace,

Always looking to collaborate and assist.
Aside from acting, I write/produce/direct shorts and also work with a variety of musicians creating organic sounds suitab…

Original Post from Vasco de Sousa
What are equity wages for corporate videos?

What do equity actors get paid for a corporate video? Does Equity cover corporate video?

I'm thinking about videos like these ones, made straight for the internet. (I hope we ca…

4 responses, most recent 9 years, 11 months ago.

Thank you for your answers.

Paddy, thanks for the advice.

Matt, I think the clients I'm talking to want a buy out (or flat quote), so the time limit/renewal is probably a deal b…

Original Post from Kilian Ateh
Most recent response from Rishi Vaja
Looking for a black male actor to lead in a short scheduled for Sept/Oct in Poland. Being able to s…

My team and I are pulling together for a short film in Poland and need a black male actor who will have some lines in Pidgin English. It's not essential but advantageous.

Detail…

5 responses, most recent 9 years, 11 months ago.

Hi Kilian,

I know a few actors who are interested in this opportunity - if you can send me over the details/contact details - I can pass it onto them. Many Thanks, Rishi

Original Post from Katie Smith
Most recent response from Matthew Clayton
Looking for a collaborative team for a short comedy in London.

Hi guys!

Hope you are all well.

I am looking for a collaborative team for my next film, Leo. Logline: A struggling writer forms an unhealthy relationship with a Leonardo DiCapri…

1 response, most recent 9 years, 11 months ago.

Hi Katie,

I've just seen your trailer for crossroads and was very impressed.
I am a screenwriter and am wondering if you are looking for any short scripts as I have a couple.
(I…

Original Post from Raza Mallal
Most recent response from Tomo Kembery
Leeds based Production company looking for an audition space in London for a few days, can anybody …

Northern based Talkinglens Productions are looking to cast in London in September for our self funded feature film "The Test". We are looking for a rehearsal space in London for a…

1 response, most recent 9 years, 11 months ago.

I have a space in Romford Essex, only 30mins from london.
Email tom@studio-club.com

Original Post from Josh Merritt
Most recent response from Martin W. Payne
Looking to collaborate on exciting new projects with people (cast, crew, whoever) in or near Horsha…

I am a writer, editor and sometimes director wanting to meet people keen as I am on collaborating and who may also be struggling like I am to find people in or near the area where…

2 responses, most recent 10 years ago.

Josh

i used to live in horsham - nice place - and currently live in Windsor. Would be happy to travel back there (and I still own a flat - unfurnished - so if thats ever free and…

Original Post from Shenine Rajakarunanayake
Seeking entusiastic collaborators and sportspeople in Loughborough/East Midlands area for a couple …

Hello there, in a few weeks I will return to Loughborough University for one final year. I've prepared a couple a short films when I return to there at the end of August.

The st…

2 responses, most recent 10 years ago.

Ah, thank you Kelie!

Original Post from Paulina Brahm
American actress in London seeking writer/collaborator, either or both

Relocated here from NYC, and feeling a bit rootless. I joined SP as I love and support independent film and its ethos, and I am particularly fond of the short film format.

I'm w…

11 responses, most recent 10 years ago.

Hello and many, many thanks to everyone who responded here, and via the message system.

I am incredibly grateful and overwhelmed by the generosity of the many talented people who…

Original Post from Marc Lucero
Comedian of 20 years standing is looking for an acting agent, any suggestions as to which agency ma…

I have been working on the comedy circuit for 20 years and am fairly well known in that genre. Ive had small roles in shorts and pop videos. I have quality images and impressive …

10 years, 1 month ago
Original Post from Lianne Tucker
Most recent response from A. Gabrielle
Showreel collaborators

Hi guys,

I asked this question a while ago and if you were interested then i hope you still are and are available...I'm hoping other artists are wanting to help each other out b…

9 responses, most recent 10 years, 1 month ago.

Hi Lianne,
I'm an actress and would be interested in being involved.
I'm currently able to do 19th, 22nd, 23rd.
Speak soon,
Az

Original Post from Matthew Prince
Is anyone interested in building a collective of filmmakers in South East London?

In particularly Croydon, Beckenham, Wimbledon, Crystal Palace and Purley. I'm looking for people to make short films with. I'm a screenwriter looking for other screenwriters, dire…

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

Thanks for all the responses. I've realized it is very hard to unite a group unless a project is actually being made. But feel free to post your details here, so others can get in…

Original Post from Michael Chandler
Feedback on our interactive live streaming experiment - Tuesday 2nd June 19.30pm

Hi all
I'm keen for some feedback on our live-streaming experiment, where the audience gets the chance to change the play.
I believe this to be an experiment in film, theatre and …

10 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Presenter Promotions
Most recent response from James Clenaghan
Does anyone know a reasonably priced London based studio or rehearsal room for occasional use?

I am looking to find a room or facility that I can run small group meetings in. It could be once week (in the evening) or otherwise on a weekend (ideally Sunday). A studio or simi…

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

Take Five Casting Studio (Beak St., W1F) do special deals for evenings and weekends.
www.takefivestudio.com

Original Post from Matthew Prince
Most recent response from afia nkrumah
Is it worth advertising for cast and crew to join my crowdfunding campaign?

Hi, I'd like to know as a screenwriter, is it worth advertising for cast and crew to join a crowdfunding campaign?

I figure the best new ways to get a feature made is through cro…

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

Hi Matthew,

I agree with Dan, CROWD funding needs a crowd before you start and Paddy's point about knowing how much you need and how to ask for it is crucial to your success. I…

Original Post from Neelu Bhuman
Most recent response from Alève Mine
Children's Media/Docs and Films with sexual content - A dilemma

Dear All,

One of my potential actresses is starting out in a new line of work, she would like to go into children's tv both in entertainment as well as documentaries around child…

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

Dan (Smith), why will they wash up in a straight-to-DVD bucket?

Original Post from Kevin Nash
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Actor with access to taxi needed for short scene in feature film

I am producing and directing a feature film, Waking David, and we have a scene that will be shot on May 27 involving a London taxi. Ideally, I'd like to find an actor who either h…

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

Hi Kevin,

I hope you manage to find someone, but you might find it better all round to rent a vehicle (action car companies will do them - not necessarily legal as cabs because o…

Original Post from Lianne Tucker
Most recent response from Grace Halliday
Showreel Collaboration - actor, director, film maker

Hey guys,

This may be a long shot but I am in desperate need of updating my showreel. (Aren't we all!)

I've looked into various companies and have used them myself before but …

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

Hi Lianne,
I've probably missed the boat on this one but I'm definitely up for getting involved if you haven't already got it sorted? I'm a trained actress who needs to build a ne…

Original Post from Alex Reuben
Does anyone have production contacts in Budapest please?

Hi, I'm looking for a producer/production manager + lighting-camera & sound team please.

It's for an artists film, approx 1.5 days between 4-8th May 2015. Expenses + a littl…

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

Thanks Carolyn, I'll follow this up. Very much appreciated, Alex

Original Post from Ben Rider
London Locations...

We are in need of locations in greater London throughout May.

We will be eternally thankful if you any of you can help us make our new feature film ‪#‎ForeverTommorow‬, which fo…

10 years, 3 months ago
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