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Original Post from Niki Jones
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Supporting Documentary Participants

Hi all,

I’ve been making a doc on hunt sabs for the past year (ok, more like 2–3). It’s been a lot of time on the ground with the group, following their actions and the challen…

4 responses, most recent 1 day, 3 hours ago.

How about making a play of the fact that hunt sabs are being hunted? Pivot the narrative somewhat as there's a story there. That's natural unforced jeopardy.

You might even c…

Original Post from David Pearson
Documentaries wanted for London private screening

I am an award winning director putting a private cinema screening together to raise interest and coverage in short docs and have my own film and a director friend
(Emmy and Osca…

1 week, 2 days ago
Original Post from Benjamin Hart
Most recent response from DON CLOVIS JOYTO FILMS UK LTD
Looking for a killer Treatment/Pitchdeck for your Film or TV Series?

You can check out my previous work on the Secret Meeting website where I have helped others create successful pitches to production companies and funding institutions.

https://…

2 responses, most recent 2 weeks, 1 day ago.

HI B sounds good

Original Post from Margaret Milner Schmueck
Most recent response from DON CLOVIS JOYTO FILMS UK LTD
Producer looking for director & writer to apply to Future Takes scheme

Hi Shooters,
I am a Midlands based producer with a track record of producing award winning short films and animations commissioned by a variety of funding bodies. I have also pro…

9 responses, most recent 3 weeks ago.

HI MARGARET,
LookS interesting, Im also busy for production ( and co-prod UK/IRL/France, specialy for my scipt , next project RUNNING THE BOREEN, , great ( happened story…

Original Post from Dionte Simmons
Most recent response from Niki Jones
Director editing own film?

So I just wrapped a short where I was acting (only a small role - nothing major, but a really fun shoot) and the director mentioned they’re planning to edit it themselves.

I’ve…

1 response, most recent 1 month, 2 weeks ago.

I’m a self-shooting documentary producer, so I’ve often edited my own work. For me, it works really well because I know the material inside out and understand the subject matter o…

Original Post from Jim Read
Thinking of crowdfunding (with Kickstarter)?

Hey everyone –

As you’ll know, SP will be wrapping up at the end of October, but we’ve still got time for one last round of our Kickstarter filmmaker picks. Kickstarter have be…

2 responses, most recent 1 month, 3 weeks ago.

Yes and YES!

Anyone who'd realistically be taking on lead/a role in a crowdfunding campaign would be eligble (often writers/producers/directors are all involved, sometimes jus…

Original Post from Davin Jeayes
Most recent response from Paul W Franklin
Future Takes - Producer seeking project

Hey SP folks,

I see the next edition of the popular Future Takes short film fund is opening again in September (https://www.bfi.org.uk/get-funding-support/create-films-tv-or-ne…

5 responses, most recent 1 month, 4 weeks ago.

Hi Davin,

This sounds promising. I tried to apply for the other BFI short film fund, but couldn't squeeze it into 15pp.

'Into Darkness' is an edgy portrayal of modern life,…

Original Post from George Wright
Most recent response from Jim Read
48 Hour Filmmaking Challenge Advice?

Hi all,

I've got a friend whose planning on taking part in the Reel Brum 48 Hour Filmmaking Challenge and asked me for advice... but I've never done this before and I'm kind of…

2 responses, most recent 2 months ago.

One which came to mind as a really brill example of how a simple script kept the ship afloat, seemingly all one (home?) location, but runs off laughs to keep it all engaging - htt…

Original Post from David Williamson
Talkies Short Film Awards

Talkies Short Film Awards – Celebrating the Best in Short Film https://talkies.org.uk/talkies-short-film-awards/

Since 2012, Talkies Community Cinema has brought communities to…

2 months, 2 weeks ago
Original Post from Fred W
Gas station as a location?

Hello,
London-based. We are shooting a short film set at a petrol station, with both indoor and exterior. Does anyone have any tips on how to reduce costs for that? Or where to l…

1 response, most recent 4 months, 3 weeks ago.

Or just good sites to scout locations.

Original Post from Benjamin Kent
Most recent response from Tom Cressey
Introduction

Hi,
I'm Benjy and I just joined. I am a creative director and producer with over a decade of experience. I am originally from Ghana but now live in Milton Keynes. I have experie…

1 response, most recent 4 months, 3 weeks ago.

Hi Benjy, welcome to Shooting People! I’m a DoP based in Northampton, so not far away at all. It would be great to catch up with you some time.

https://www.instagram.com/tom_cr…

Original Post from Scott Allan
Great Production Package looking for work

Hi,

My production package is looking for projects.

Please check out this vimeo: https://vimeo.com/902546069

I can do great deals but cannot work for free unfortunately, (…

4 months, 4 weeks ago
Original Post from Ivan Francis Clements
Killing me softly with your rules, killing me softly...with your rules.

Lelu, a twenty-two year old fledgling writer/director has completed her final draft of 'CRAMP IN MY KIPPERS', a short comedy she wants to shoot. She's buzzing, creative and a go-g…

5 months ago
Original Post from Fred W
Award-winning editor looking for interesting opportunities

Hello,

I recently made a short film and won two awards for best editing, and would love to find new exciting stories to edit.

If you are interested in finding out more or h…

5 months, 1 week ago
Original Post from Scott Allan
Great Production Package looking for work

Hi,

My production package is looking for projects.

Please check out this vimeo: https://vimeo.com/902546069

I can do great deals but cannot work for free unfortunately, …

5 months, 1 week ago
Original Post from Corina Andrian
INTIMACY COORDINATOR looking for productions

Hi everyone,
I am a London-based INTIMACY COORDINATOR looking for productions, I work internationally!

CV/training here: https://www.corina-andrian.com/intimacy-coordinator
I…

5 months, 1 week ago
Original Post from Christiaan Oyens
Film and TV Composer from Rio

Hello Shooters! I'm a London based film composer/music producer originally from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil seeking to connect with directors and and music supervisors. I have a Latin …

5 months, 3 weeks ago
Original Post from Corina Andrian
INTIMACY COORDINATOR

Hi everyone,
I am a London-based INTIMACY COORDINATOR looking for productions, I work internationally!

CV/training here: https://www.corina-andrian.com/intimacy-coordinator

5 months, 3 weeks ago
Original Post from Sarah Blair
Composer

I'm a composer looking to collaborate. I’m classically trained with a background playing in bands, so I’m flexible when it comes to genre.

My website:  https://www.sarahblair.c…

6 months, 1 week ago
Original Post from Amanda J Fleming
Most recent response from nathalie reiner
Looking to gain experience in different areas of Directing

I am a short filmmaker and freelance theatre director, I am looking to gain experience as a director in these other fields,
Commercials, corporate, radio plays and documentary

1 response, most recent 6 months, 3 weeks ago.

Hi Amanda
I'm currently making the finishing touches on a wildlife documentary about a group of whales in Scotland and highly toxic man-made chemicals in their waters.
I'm looki…

Original Post from T X
Our Writing Journey (Part 1) First Script Purchased - Now What? (Video Link attached)

Theo X, Andrew Kevin Fawn and Charles Kirby are a UK-based writing team known as Three Over Forty, inspired by the fact that we’ve come to writing relatively later.

We’ve decid…

7 months, 1 week ago
Original Post from Michael J. Long
Boxing Short Film Fund. CHARLIE CHAMPION.

Hi Everyone,

My name is Michael J. Long, writer & director. My debut feature film BABY BROTHER is set for release this year. Made on a self funded Micro-budget. Winner of Best…

7 months, 1 week ago
Original Post from Sarah Blair
Composer Seeking Film makers

I'm a composer looking to collaborate!

I’m classically trained with a background playing in bands, so I’m flexible when it comes to genre.

My website:  https://www.sarahblai…

7 months, 2 weeks ago
Original Post from YOGI VELAGAPUDI
Most recent response from Nfaly Jarju
London-Based Director Seeks Collaborative Talent for Music Video Production

Calling All London Musicians and Recording Studios!

Hello fellow creatives,

I’m reaching out to the vibrant music community here in London in search of an exciting collabora…

1 response, most recent 7 months, 2 weeks ago.

Hello Mr Velagapudi, I messaged you on WhatsApp. I'm currently looking for a freelance videographer to help produce a music video for me.

Original Post from Sarah Blair
Composer Available

Hi there

I'm a composer looking for inspirational projects.

I’m classically trained with a background playing in bands, so I’m flexible when it comes to genre.

My websi…

7 months, 3 weeks ago
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