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Original Post from Robin Brooks
*** LOOKING FOR AN EVENT HOST (London Short Film) ***

Hi LSF'ers,

We are now looking for a new meet up host to act as the face of our London Short Film Presents... event at all of our once monthly meet ups.

We need someone who's ch…

8 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from AndBut Films
Most recent response from Brian McGleenon
New Year's Resolution

What are your goals for the year?

1 response, most recent 8 years, 7 months ago.

Am gonna attempt to be brave enough to just tell the truth : )

Original Post from Brian McGleenon
EFM Berlin anyone going?

Happy Christmas and new year folks.... Is anyone going to the EFM this year? I've been advised to get my ass out there, although I'm a writer director and not a producer, I was ho…

8 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Martyn Tott
How can I find the right Producer for my second feature film?

Hello, I am seeking advice on finding a Producer with proven experience/success in drama films. I have just released my first feature length film 'Hunters Lodge' (Vimeo on demand)…

3 responses, most recent 8 years, 7 months ago.

Thanks for the responses and PM's. Relationships definitely get tested throughout the process of film making, even good friendships get strained so thanks for emphasising the need…

Original Post from Graham Bradshaw
Most recent response from Jane Sanger
Funding a 10/15 min 16mm short

Hi
I am planning or shooting a short next year on 16mm but I can't find it myself.

Everyone has their talents and I have always found getting a budget together tough.

Either som…

51 responses, most recent 8 years, 8 months ago.

Hey Graham,
Getting a budget together that was the original question? So how you do it? Let me stress everything begins with the amazing and fascinating script, without that no on…

Original Post from Annika Ranin
Using Facebook Live in film marketing

Hello fellow filmmakers,

I am currently working with a Filmmaker Anton Califano (also a SP member) on a feature documentary called Killing The Law about the British Justice Syst…

8 years, 8 months ago
Original Post from Gary Braun
Most recent response from John Lubran
How does one succeeds to be recognized as "Producer" and will be invited as such in Film Festival…

Am interested in participating at different Film Festivals ,this as Film Producer,anywhere in Europe,including UK.
Is there an organisation which I could be attached?Where can I r…

6 responses, most recent 8 years, 8 months ago.

We are both 1950 models Gary. Amongst a number of other things I've been a multi tasking producer since 1985 and media and entertainment industry worker since 1973. Most beginners…

Original Post from Gary Braun
Looking For Projects To Invest In

Hello, I'm an independent producer looking to invest in and help realise various screen projects ranging from short films to documentaries, via music videos and music production, …

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

Yes,definitely.Received very constructive replies.
I am presently not in the Uk,for reasons of work,and I intend to meet personally
Everyone who made me a proposition.
We exchang…

Original Post from David Beaumont
Most recent response from Matthew Clayton
FILM FINANCE SEEKS FEATURE PROJECTS

Here it is, the posting you basically never see!

I've managed to get independent funding for not one but TWO feature films, to go into production in 2017 (ideally, at least one o…

6 responses, most recent 8 years, 8 months ago.

Hi David,

I have a feature length script that you might be interested in. If you send me your e-mail address, I will give you a synopsis and treatment of the script and you can d…

Original Post from Ellen Alberti
Most recent response from sati sohal
Ways to get funding as an Editor?

Hey SP,
I'm 18 years-old and I'm an editor and hope to carry on along this path in my future. I've got an old Mac's from 2008/2009 that is a fat tower block, it has seen its days …

16 responses, most recent 8 years, 8 months ago.

Where are you based? We at talkingpicturesltd.com have an edit suite requiring some love and attention, that you could cut your teeth on. Experience is king in this industry howev…

Original Post from Dan Andrews
Most recent response from Adam Clements
Professional Filmmakers needed for Q&A

I am looking for Media Industry Professionals to come into Weston College and take part in a Q&A session with BTEC Media
Production students (aged 16-19).

If you have any p…

1 response, most recent 8 years, 8 months ago.

Hi, as a media industry professional, and one with a genuine passion for honest and practical media education, my first piece of advice to your students is not to work for free.

Original Post from Anna Höwing
Most recent response from Jose Rivadulla-Rey
In need of an extra hand on set?

Hello!

I'm currently studying filmmaking in London and was hoping to expand my knowledge of being on set, so if anyone is in need of an extra hand during production I would love …

17 responses, most recent 8 years, 8 months ago.

Hi Anna I'm currently working on a budget for a film in 2017/18 set in London if you send me your details at jose2421@msn.com and i'll check if your available closer to the time. …

Original Post from Sherice Griffiths
Looking for help in project development?

Hi Guys,

So I ran this post about a year ago whilst I was working in the Development Department at The National Geographic Channel and decided to start it back up.

For over a y…

8 years, 8 months ago
Original Post from max thurlow
Most recent response from Lee 'Wozy' Warren
I HEART USA: film documenting the mood-swing that gripped New York over the presidential elections …

POSTING FOR A FRIEND:::

We are looking for help to get this film released about 10 days before the official presidential inauguration on 27th January. We need to raise the final …

1 response, most recent 8 years, 8 months ago.

What post do you need and have you already secured resources? I could possibly offer equity deal for £1,500 if I had the post to supervise with my team... IM me if interested.

Wo…

Original Post from Lee 'Wozy' Warren
Black Friday - VFX work discount

Any work we agree to undertake on Black Friday will receive a 25% discount on standard costs. IM me for further details or to tell us about your project.

We do:

Producing
Superv…

2 responses, most recent 8 years, 8 months ago.

When we were based at Shepperton/Pinewood we picked up loads of the big productions as passing trade.

Original Post from Ian Templeton
Most recent response from Matt
Running out of time to find location (Northern Ireland)

Hi Folks,

I'm planning on making a two character short in January that is set in an empty housing estate/area, essentially written to be as minimalistic as possible with a view t…

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

Ian - gonna send you a PM. Was walking down Sparmount street this morning and the only cars there belong to the building site that is on one side of the street. The other side of …

Original Post from Cassiah Joski-Jethi
Last few days crowdfunding for all female, Tim Burton style short about unfair social pressures on …

We're in the last few days of our crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo for POLLY - an all female cast, Tim Burton-esque, short film about unfair social pressures on young women to l…

8 years, 8 months ago
Original Post from Naqqash Khalid
Most recent response from Lee 'Wozy' Warren
Micro-budget feature

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1 response, most recent 8 years, 8 months ago.

Crowdfunding needs a crowd. Build that before you run the campaign. The campaign doesn't create the crowd and that's where most people fail at crowdfunding. That's the best advice…

Original Post from Stephen Potts
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Sole trader v limited company

Hi Shooters,

Like most screenwriters, my writing income has been haphazard and low, and declared for tax as a self-employed sole trader. Recent deals mean that may be about to ch…

3 responses, most recent 8 years, 9 months ago.

That's probably the right choice, TBH and glad it helped you with your decision :)

Original Post from Alexander Milo Bischof
Most recent response from Ian Mansfield
Investment opportunity!

Hello!

We are looking for investors out there to help us fund a clever little indie drama that will blow your mind!

70% of the budget is already raised and we are in the middle…

6 responses, most recent 8 years, 9 months ago.

Hi there Alexander,

I'm going to email you right now to request the investor memorandum and are you advanced assured so anyone on this thread who intends to invest stands a chan…

Original Post from Rebecca Chaiklin
Are you a filmmaker/creative /production looking for sunny creative office space in New York City?

We have space available in our beautiful sunny Soho production office that we are looking to rent. We have three to four edit suites and a number of desks in an open loft space. T…

8 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Ann Bahadrian
Trying to get hole of Location Managers to see if they need a runner/assistant. Does anyone know of…

Looking for emails of Location Managers.

8 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Anthony Cole
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Actors auditions for low budget projects - Manchester

I'm soon going to be looking for cast members for a short film, the short will be very drama heavy and so the chemistry between the leads is going to make or break it, however the…

1 response, most recent 8 years, 9 months ago.

Hi Anthony,

Are there any pubs near you with backrooms? Otherwise, church halls and scout huts are always good options.

Original Post from Elliott Maguire
Most recent response from Gary Braun
Looking for advice on starting a Limited Production Company

I'm sure this subject has been discussed in other threads but I can't seem to find one with the answers that I need. I am basically looking for advice or case studies on limited c…

12 responses, most recent 8 years, 9 months ago.

On Udemy.com there is free course about creating a limited company in the Uk.

Original Post from Mark Wilshin
Most recent response from Dan Selakovich
Does anyone have any crowdfunding tips?

We're halfway through our campaign, and 20% towards our goal of 13,400 EUR, but struggling to reach a wider audience. Does anyone have experience with booster services or any advi…

2 responses, most recent 8 years, 9 months ago.

OK, after seeing the pitch, you need to hit up as many LGBT organizations as you can. Go to groups and meetings. Answer questions. Let them meet you in person.

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