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You might have a script but you don’t know where it should go, maybe you’re struggling to get a Producer or maybe you want to produce it yourself but there’s a couple of aspects y…

Morning all,

I'm a short film writer-director and a big fan of manga/anime. I'm looking to collaborate with a comic book artist in making a comic book, just the one issue.

I ha…

I wonder if Lance Patrick is still here.

Where do you get your average fee from? I'm not into debating it right now, just looking for a source that adjusts itself with inflation…

I’m a hobbyist holiday videographer that wants to up production value to include some simple (60 - 120fps looking) slow-motion shots. I’m shooting on an entry level DSLR (Canon D1…

For half speed slow motion shoot 720/50p and conform it to 25 (in premiere just drop into a 25p timeline and change speed to 50%, not sure about Da Vinci but there are a few tutor…

EXPENSES PAID for URGENTLY NEEDED person to assist with prop/ costume/ "stage"/ backdrop (all be it mostly open air!) design for a video for this song:

https://youtu.be/Ano0whOfl…

The first teaser trailer for our upcoming short film 'The Other' is now live along with the pre-launch for our Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign! https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/…

Hello! I'm trying to gain some insight and experience into the field so would love to be a runner / production assistant to any projects in London.

I am enthusiastic and flexibl…

Hi Radhika,

Thanks for posting in.

Incase you've not done so already, do have a look at the 'Get Work' part of our Production pages - https://shootingpeople.org/production/work.…

Hi shooters
Am looking for accommodation for AFM.
Likely two double rooms for four people (1x couple & 2 x singles )
Must be very close proximity to SANTA MONICA as would pref…

Hi Everyone!

How are you doing?

My name is Ignacio Maiso and I am a writer/director.

I am writing this because we are now looking for a producer to join our team!

Unfortunatel…

Hi Ignacio

Would you be able to email me some more details about the role? Are you looking for a producer to help raise funds with connections or more of a project manager etc. …

I would love to know from which companies Shooters hire or buy their motion cameras. I am endeavouring to build a comprehensive list of UK camera suppliers, which ultimately I wou…

HireACamera - for my film & stills equipment.
I have also used S&O Media.

Is there a way to search SP database for e.g. makeup artist or artist/sculptor rather than wait for them to contact me?

Get people allows me to advertise a position, but sitting …

You're not an idiot :-) And I agree, other people will have this question, so definitely useful to keep this thread up.

Is it really necessary to limit height, weight, race, eye colour etc when looking for an actor?

What if all you need to say is male 20-35, why are the options so restricting, I c…

Hi Kristopher,

Thanks for the post! We do find that members respond more positively to detailed casting posts as it saves any unnecessary miscommunications further down the line.…

In the clip a painter is painting on a see-through acrylic sheet and the shot is through the canvas. The bottom of the first letter (basically a straight splotch, nothing complica…

Hi Igor,

If you’re looking for people to collaborate with, the most effective way of reaching other members is to list your project in the Production part of the site.

Once you…

Based around both the Midlands and temporarily Plymouth, Devon but am willing to travel for work. I am a very enthusiastic, passionate and motivated film maker with experience, lo…

An article on myfirstjobinfilm.co.uk:

http://www.tvwatercooler.org/wordpress/thinking-of-subscribing-to-my-first-job-in-tv-or-film/

Haven't had any personal experience but from…

Dear All,

While I am exploring the way to estabilish a company and building a team for different projects with a focus on short films with a budget(not amateurish) I'd be more t…

Hi Vasco;

London is simply the european hub for talent and the bridge between europe and U.S.

This is why I am interested in London and by now I've met a lot of interesting peo…

I am looking for a new picture for my own publicity and want something similar to this below. I want to have myself in the picture with my vide camera and tripod etc to then have …

Sergio, you said you wanted the picture for your publicity. With your camera. So, to me it would look like false publicity.

People who saw the picture would assume you could …

Hi, I have been working as a videographer and looking for work experience in relevant fields. Anyone here work in a company or have any projects I can assist with?

Kind regards!
…

One of my regular ACs got his break when a film was being shot in his home town when he was 18. He just went up to them and asked if he could help out as a volunteer. Which he d…

any trusted or good reviews? thanks

Maybe you can clarify your question Sergio; are you looking to rent gear for yourself, or are you looking to rent your gear out to other filmmakers?

Hi, I have been working as a videographer and looking for work experience in relevant fields. Anyone here work in a company or have any projects I can assist with?

Kind regards!
…

Work space available in old Soho mews office building that houses animators, illustrators, film directors/producers and other artistic types bang in the middle of Soho just off D'…

Assistant Producer looking to network with UK Feature Film Producers in Horror, Comedy and Thriller genres with £200,000 up to £800,000 budgets.

The object is to enter into disc…

Good answer. I will try this.

Filmaker with own equipment on Barra:

Canon XLH - 1 HD and Manfrotto legs
Blackmagic 4K Video Assist Digital Recorder
Rode Mic / boom etc
Jib
Tracks
Drone

1) Has a small not fo…

Hi Alan,

If you’re looking for people to collaborate with, the most effective way of reaching other members is to list your project in the Production part of the site. You can do…

Unsigned London band wishes to shoot video for independent single release in September. If you're interested, could you quote a figure for the budget. We have no wish to exploit s…

Hi Matt,
Are you still looking to make the video/find a director? If so I might have a solution. First it would be good to hear/see any material from your band. Also good to know…

I am looking for an excellent, top-notch film direction course - but as I'd be a mature / working "student", ideally one which lasts weeks rather than an MA style course that runs…

https://nfts.co.uk/our-courses/short-courses/drama#directors_series√

I know this is a common question but the last advice/feedback I could find on here was over a year ago.

I need to refresh my headshot[s], but there are so many choices out there,…

https://www.sheilaburnett-photography.com

(she's very good)

Anybody got a favoured supplier for small-volume replication (say 200-10,000) for these formats? Including packagin? Cheers.

Thanks for the tips everyone - will check them out. Much appreciated.