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Having recently finished a longish film - https://youtu.be/TIAR2cIXWkM - and now being somewhat bored, I would like to film something else. If someone has a short piece, then perh…

Amberli, No, I didn't take it further. I was insufficiently enamoured with the scripts / projects. Also, not too long after posting, buoyed by my lead actor winning a Best Perform…

What footage can I use to play from an onscreen TV in a low budget, narrative short film? Can I use an old movie that's in public domain? What creative solutions have low-budget f…

My thoughts too. Ask someone on here if you can use a bit of their short in exchange for a credit
Mick

Dear Shooters.

I would really appreciate some constructive feedback for my short film ''Little Green Street''.

Thank you very much all of you in advance!

Kindest regards,

Alex…

Tom, Sergio and Ivo, thank you very much for your comments!! :)

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

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…

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…

I am looking for a part-time beginner's filmmaking course in and around London (max one year). Can anyone suggest one? Thanks in advance!

And this weekend, there's a hugely discounted "The Guerilla Filmmakers Masterclass" - search SP for the link/discount code. Only £89 I think...

The event will take place once a month. Ideally , I'm looking for a writer but others considered too.

The basics that you would need to do are:

Help me to:
Find a venue – privat…

I've been doing some research into crowdfunding and trying to understand how to motivate people to support a campaign.

With my own (indiegogo campaign), so far it's only been my …

Hi,

I think in the early days of Kickstarter etc, getting a signed script or to spend a day on set (as part of the reward) was new and exciting to many non-filmmakers. Nowadays i…

Hi all,

A couple of months back I posted an advert asking for a script for a short scene between two (or more) actors here on Shooting People. I got loads of great responses an…

Thanks Molly!

And thanks Glyn! Thank you for taking the time to post your response to the film, it’s much appreciated. I’m glad you enjoyed it. And yes, I’ll be in touch if I’m l…

Producer looking for a 1st AD for a shoot in Glasgow, all travel expenses etc paid but with top ARRI equipment and crew, very high production values and a BAFTA screening. If you…

Hi Angela,

the best place to find crew would be within >Production > Get People as Shooters tend to be most active there when looking for work/projects.

Thanks,
Dorothy

Hi - I've directed pop promos and produced Shorts in the past, but I'm now looking to concentrate my efforts into my first feature. This year. Please send me your scripts! (Yes,…

Hi David,

I just sent you an email with my project Tank Dust.
If you feel the project is suitable for you, don’t hesitate to get back to me.

Kind Regards,

Matteo Valentini
Scre…

Hi All,

As a freelance videographer and photographer, music video production is something I would like to specialise in. However, it proves to be incredibly difficult!

Since gra…

Oops - back to the actual question ;-) Be a runner for anything, talk to camera and electrical depts, they might take a trainee for a video, then you're in the right place to net…

Hi,
Could you recommend an agent/agency for a writer/director that accepts emerging filmmakers? My new short film will be screened at the BFI and I'd like to seize the opportunity…

I'm an award winning screenwriter with a number of shorts and features available. I've written a number of (now) produced shorts which have a good track record with festival runs.…

Hi Dorothy, I've also posted there too. Just covering another base. :)

Livs script is a story about love, betrayal, moving on and tragedy. It takes us through the complexity of LIV'S relationships with her ex boyfriend ( Kelly) and therapist (Marie) …

Hi Comfort, the best place to find a producer is over on Production > Get People. Thanks, Molly

Dear community,

I am a Brazilian DOP based in South London with my own kit looking for projects based on Commercial/Narrative/Documentary work as I was wondering if anyone here …

Mailed you!

I'm a East London DP and i'm looking for new people, especially directors and producers to collaborate with on new projects. I've been in the game for a good number of years and …

Hi Darren,

Just saw your message. I'm a writer, actor and director and I would very much welcome the chance to work / collaborate with you.

I have a number of projects currentl…

We're looking for ambitious local actors, actresses, production crew, film, camera, editor, make-up etc to form a local group. We are based in Essex near Lakeside (Dartford Crossi…

Hi,

Large dark space (maybe a large garage?) needed for 4 - 6 hours for some tests. I'm filming a projection screen, hence the need for a large dark space.

There's no money for …

Perhaps a crypt in a local church.

Hey All,

I'm looking to gain more experience from directors on set and would love to shadow a drama director for a couple of weeks. I wondered if anyone has done this before and …

Thank you Nicholas for your helpful comments I really appreciate it! Makon

Hey Guys! I see a lot of productions currently being cast for various roles.

Does anyone have any need for an extra paid of hands to work as a Runner/Production Assistant?

I hav…

Hi there,

At Purple Field Productions, we're on the hunt for a new Trustee to join the team. The role is a part time voluntary one and can be done remotely from home with occasio…

Which pubs out there screen short films and encourages filmmakers networking? Top 5 or 10? Thanks in advance guys and girls!!!

Hi everyone,
I co-run Forest Film Club. We have a monthly short film evening called Short Film Thursdays which is at The Birds in Leytonstone on the last Thursday of every month.…

Hi SP folks,

It's 'pick your director' time for the producers of SP - I'm looking for a producer to pair up with to develop an application for The Uncertain Kingdom fund. I'm a w…

I know I know everyone is asking for a producer for the upcoming Uncertain Kingdom on here...

But I can make a great cup of tea!

If you are producer with a few shorts under your…