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Greetings and salutations,

I'm in the process of producing my first short film.
Does anyone have any examples of release forms for cast/crew?
Also, any useful tips about what to …

Thanks for the feedback!

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I'm putting together a lens kit to make my first short. I was interested in the Dzofilm Vespids due to their advertised softer less clinically sharp look, however talk of problems…

I won't be shooting till late 2021, so the lenses I need from the Meike range should be out by then according to the Meike website.

We reviewed 100's of Free Transitions in Premiere Pro, here's what we found.

https://ifilmthings.com/free-transitions-in-premiere-pro/

https://ifilmthings.com/character-development-the-fundamentals/

Hi, everyone. I’m 34. I’ve had to work a “normal” job (sometimes 2!) for all of my adult life. I went to school for music composition, and tried a few years breaking into the v…

Jill,

Thanks for taking the time to share your valuable experience in the industry. Even at the beginning I can already feel the frustration that comes with the uphill struggle …

Hello,

I am due to shoot a short film, and I wanted to know if anyone had or knew of someone who would be willing to rent out there house for a day of filming?

I need the house …

Try looking on Airbnb, checking with the owner that they are ok with filming. I rented a cottage in Sissinghurst and the owner was happy she didn’t have to change any beds!

Hi folks on Shooting People,

I made a film called 'Cancel' (30 minutes) about being diagnosed with Naso Pharangeal Cancer (nose cancer) and my journey through the treatment. It i…

Hi Ray, on our resources page you'll find a list of UK festivals, and BAFTA and Academy Award qualifying festivals https://shootingpeople.org/resources/ Some UK ones with a doc fo…

Video editing software can be incredibly expensive, and it can be extremely time-consuming to find the right one that works for you. But, it really doesn't have to be expensive or…

Ah fair enough - it was on their roadmap to do, but they never seem to have actually done it. It certainly has a very usable free tier, at least!

And considering what I've pai…

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…

Hi Simon,

I've got a ten page short I'm currently working on. I very much am interested in getting a second opinion and some notes on the project from a professional. I'd love t…

Does anyone know someone who specialises in film posters? I have had a poster done, but it’s doesn’t really show off the film. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Dan

Hi I would highly recommend Cong https://www.congstoryboard.com/poster-design Johnny

Hello,

I am about to embark on my very first screenplay and would love to chat to people who have experience/ advice and pointers on how to get things kicking off!

Many thanks…

I can offer some basic tips, free of charge. Email me... bucketofscript@gmail.com

But you will need to google the correct layout/format depending on the software you're using t…

Putting budget together for BFI funding application - particularly want to know rates for:

DOP
Gaffer
Grip
1st AD
3rd AD
Production Designer / Art Director (shared role)

The to…

Colour grading sometimes falls under the radar, but it's an integral part of post-production - it brings the footage to life. In this article, we will look at colour grading in mu…

Click bait

I have an old promotional music video from 14 years ago I have been thinking about remastering. Although it was shot on s16mm, given it was in 2006 it was only telecined to 625/50…

Hi Cavan, I've gone back and had S16 re-scanned, its usually quite fun as you find quality that was lost in the original scan.

I can't recomend who to use, though I could ask aro…

Our Editor at iFilmThings talks you through the "Many Colours of Walter White". An interesting insight into character development and how Walter's colour scheme developed througho…

Adding additional effects to your footage in Adobe Premiere Pro is a common process after a long day of shooting. You'll usually be using the Warp Stabilisation function to stabil…

Pay for my upcoming feature will be expenses plus profit share but not sure how to create a contract for this (if it's not, say, Equity standard) and the legalities surrounding it…

Of course

Hi, is anybody shooting and want some professional unit stills and bts photos shot?

I’m looking to extend my network around the North West, Wales and the Midlands but more than …

I've been shortlisted and won competitions with my short film script but it's still yet to be made.
The budget is very low with only 2 actors (and another who is on screen for a f…

Hi Josh,
I've love to read the synopsis or treatment for your film script if you have one and don't mind sharing?

Your Shooting People profile lists a number of things that I lo…

Adobe Premiere Pro is one of the top video editing software out there, it's dynamic, ever-improving and provide the highest level of user experience that a video editor could ask …

I'm a student in my final year of uni, and i was wondering if anyone had any tips as to how to get started in this industry. Im happy to take on most jobs on set, just wondering …

I am currently studying film production

Hey,

We have an upcoming project that involves filmmakers and dancers/choreographers collaborating together to create a unique experience. We've a particular problem that no one …

Hey, thanks for the response.

Yeah it's an odd one, it's a live dance experience/show although it's just testing and trialing the idea currently, hence the need to find a decent …

Where to start looking for entry level jobs in the art department.
How to further develop the skills needed for a job in the art department post graduation.
The best places to ap…

We just featured an article on the differences between playwriting and screenwriting.

https://industrialscripts.com/playwriting/

How many budding playwrights out there are cons…

If you want to explore VR film making, that looks a LOT more like playwriting.

Mainly because you have to drive attention via the action instead of the director doing it with th…