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Original Post from Verity Snow
Is there a German version of clearcast

Can anyone tell me if there's a german version of clearcast to submit tv commercials too for advertising clearance?

3 years, 1 month ago
Original Post from Jamie Yuan
Looking for a motivated producer to make a short film

Hi! I'm a director who has made mainly documentaries and music videos. My two previous docs have done well, winning at several film festivals and were featured on the BBC. I've ju…

3 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Richard Anthony Dunford
Crowdfunding for a Micro budget British Indie Horror Thriller

We’ve launched a crowdfunder to raise money for a premiere screening and festival submissions on our latest film ‘Minacious’. Cast includes prolific Hollywood actor Eric Roberts, …

3 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Adam Clements
Most recent response from Ian Allardyce
Proposal Feedback Service?

Hey Shooters,

So I've been trying to step up my game a bit and move from being a freelance filmmaker to more of a company/agency, and I've been responding to some heftier brief…

1 response, most recent 3 years, 2 months ago.

Hi Adam, great question, I also think about that sometimes. Short of politely asking the client, I haven't heard of an actaul service which does that. Possibly hiring the services…

Original Post from TIANA LINDEN
Walthamstow/Leyton filmmaker meet up

I'm planning a filmmaker get together on the 29th June 6.30-9pm.
This is a chance to meet each other, read and hear about film projects/treatments/scripts, and discuss any issue…

2 responses, most recent 3 years, 2 months ago.

Sorry that I didn't see this Jane!
Send me a DM if you're interested in the next one on the 10th August!

Original Post from Aliyu Gambo
Most recent response from Morgan Archer
SLEEP (Short) - Looking for a co-scriptwriter and collaborator

Sleep (Short) - Summary
An NHS nurse barricaded in a hospital tries to survive a group of doctors slowly losing their minds due to a pestilence that has rendered them unable to …

5 responses, most recent 3 years, 2 months ago.

Sounds like a good idea, I would like to discuss and talk about it bit more if possible.
I haven't seen Hereditary or St Maud, but am told both are really good films.
The synops…

Original Post from Joseph Daly
Wardrobe Assistant - Oxford-based

I'm looking for a wardrobe assistant based in Oxford for a BBC-funded short. 4 day shoot from the 10th til the 13th.

Please email joemark501@gmail.com for more info with Subje…

3 years, 3 months ago
Original Post from Kevin Yeboah
Most recent response from Anastasia Arsentyeva
Ski Trip Help!!!!!

Hey everyone,

I am producing a video add for a clothing brand. They are releasing their winter collection of jackets, scarfs and beanies in September 2022.

I want to travel…

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

Hi Kevin,

Could you please post a casting call for the 1-3 people on the 'get cast' page? That way you'll get a wider range of responses as we'll be able to post this opportun…

Original Post from Sumit Malhotra
Most recent response from Kenton Jordan Thomas
Looking for colour grading opprorunties & projects to colloborate on

Hi Eveyone,

I hope you’re doing well.

I’m looking to build my grading portfolio as I aspire to be a colour grader.

I’m an experienced grade assistant at a major post house in…

20 responses, most recent 3 years, 3 months ago.

Hey Sumit,

Are you still looking to take on projects?
I have a 15 minute short, filming at the end of August, and will be looking for a Colour grader at the end of September.…

Original Post from Ryan Burgoyne
Most recent response from Tony Franks
Virtual production

Has anyone here used virtual production for their films? I’d love to hear about people’s experiences using real-time game engine tech (e.g. Unreal Engine) for production.

If not…

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

Hi Ryan, There's a huge amount of innovation happening in green screen studios, combined with camera-tracking systems, and sometimes, LED lights/screens. Less sexy than the big LE…

Original Post from Candid Arts
Film production volunteer

Hello,
My name is Vitali and I am a big fan of the film industry. I have experience on set for about 2 years. I worked as the set dresser for 5 series. I am recently in London.…

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

I have already worked on two projects. It was geat, Thanks guys.
I keep looking for more shots, and I have all documents for work in the UK.

Original Post from Eric Garson
Crowdfunding Debut Feature Film

Dear All,

I'm raising the micro budget for my debut feature film The "Middleman." A crime thriller set in my hometown of Reading.

The film has taken a year and half in prep…

3 years, 3 months ago
Original Post from Wassim Chatila
Looking for a camera operator/filmmaker to shoot luxury fun real estate videos

We are a driven team that are passionate about spaces and properties in central London. Looking for someone to support us shooting luxury real estate videos in central London.

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

Here is an idea of something similar, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lixALSSBBbQ

Original Post from Paul W Franklin
Most recent response from Kim Halliday
Instagram/Socials in Film

Hi,

I'm about to make a short that focuses on an 'Instagram' account, and all the hashtags, Likes etc that goes with it.

What are the rules on using IG/FB in a short? Can i…

2 responses, most recent 3 years, 3 months ago.

Don't forget to fake the sound/music! I've recently been part of documentary I Am Gen Z that used a lot of SM clips, and a part of my role was to replace music in Insta and TikTo…

Original Post from Richard Anthony Dunford
Any UK productions on SP worked with SAG actors before?

We approached an American actors reps who said the project had to be SAG. We are a UK film. From looking on the screen actors guild website I couldn't find much information for pr…

6 responses, most recent 3 years, 3 months ago.

Thanks for all the responses and insights guys.

I had a chat with a friend of a friend based in LA who basically said a UK production would need to partner up with a US company…

Original Post from Linda Ludwig & James Curle
Most recent response from pete hall
Looking for neurodivergent/autistic producers

We're looking to connect in particular with neurodivergent/autistic producers.

But we'd also love to hear from any other autistic or neurodivergent crew/cast/creatives.

Who…

2 responses, most recent 3 years, 3 months ago.

Hi, I'd be interested in WHY are you wanting this connection? Are you researching any possible differences between modes of production? Or what, exactly ?

Original Post from Rebecca Culverhouse
Anyone know any producers with links to Japan?

I have a low budget feature script adapted from an old short I made in Matsushima a long time ago. The old short can be watched here, the feature is much more subjective and will …

5 responses, most recent 3 years, 3 months ago.

Hi Emma,

Oh that sounds like a cool project to be working on! Do you think the NHK producers would be interested in feature films? It would be great to chat in more detail, my…

Original Post from Pedro Ferreira
Do you need a photographer on set?

Hello my name is Pedro and I’m a photographer based in Bristol.

I’m reaching out offering my services as a Stills Photographer in any future production work.

I’ve recently …

3 years, 3 months ago
Original Post from Darren Brade
Cannes 2022 UK Pavilion Industry Panels Online to Watch

This year's Cannes 2022 UK Pavilion Industry Panels are now available online for everyone to watch at the link below.

I thought I'd post the link here for those who couldn't ma…

3 years, 4 months ago
Original Post from tomek kowalski
Still photographer avaialble

Hi guys!
I hope you're doing well.

As an aspiring stills photographer I am looking for a short films / films / tv sets to build my portfolio.

Happy to join your team and do…

3 years, 4 months ago
Original Post from Fred W
Advice around getting producers and production companies in board

I have posted an ad here on SP and I am looking for more ways to connect with producers and production companies that may be interested in raising finance and produce a proof of c…

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

Thanks for your thoughts, Vasco. I will pick up the yearbook. Yes, I believe you have a point it’s tricky with contests leading to landing producers with short format stories.

Original Post from Emily Macrander
Most recent response from gustavo arteaga
Looking for 3D Animator for Music Video

I am currently working on a low-budget music video for which I am looking for a 3D animator to collaborate with. The video requires some animation of 3D scanned heads floating in …

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

Hi Emily.
If you haven't found someone yet contact Francesca. She is a stop-motion student of mine at the Uni. She dose a lot of cut-out work both digitally and under the camera.…

Original Post from tomek kowalski
Aspiring stills photographer available for work :)

Hi guys!
I hope you're doing well.

As an aspiring stills photographer I am looking for a short films / films / tv sets to build my portfolio.

Happy to join your team and do some…

3 years, 4 months ago
Original Post from Vasco de Sousa
Making microbudget short films - some tips

I have made a few microbudget films in the past, and watched hundreds (maybe thousands) of short films in festivals. I am the guy who stays around the ask questions, not as a fil…

8 responses, most recent 3 years, 5 months ago.

Thanks Paddy and Terri.
I remember hearing about a microbudget Shakespeare film that was shot in the house of a Hollywood director (between superhero pictures). It was so microbu…

Original Post from Vincenzo (Vinnie) Marranghino
Most recent response from Joe Jeffreys
Looking for directors and producers

Hello everyone!

I hope this is the right section of the website. I am a Cinematographer and I'm looking to connect with directors and producers.
You can find my work at:

www.v…

2 responses, most recent 3 years, 5 months ago.

Hi Vinnie,

I'm a director looking to expand my music video portfolio.


My site: www.baddayfilm.com

My email: info@baddayfilm.com


Do get in touch if you're looking to collabo…

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