Call sheet protocols vary depending on the scale and type of production (documentary, narrative, still, commercial, live etc.). In this article we outline how call sheets are approved on features and television projects. Continue reading How Call Sheets are Approved on Features and Television Shows
I think we all can agree, screenwriting contests can be useful tools for both new writers and those with experience under their belts. They’re excellent ways to get noticed, but some of the contests out there can’t take you as far as some others. So what are the best screenwriting contests to enter? Continue reading 13 Best Screenwriting Contests You Need to Enter Now
From feature films to explainer videos, stock video sites are on the rise. Instead of depleting funds to capture a few shots, filmmakers and creative agencies are turning to stock footage sites so they can get back to the fun stuff.Whether you’re a filmmaker or an agency crafting an explainer video, here's a list of the top 16 best stock video sites to use for your branded content needs.Continue reading 15 Best Stock Video Sites That’ll Make Your Clients Happy
Looking for funding for your film is often harder than making the actual movie. Waiting on your agent, producers, or anyone else to show up and give you the funds you need can leave you demoralized. But, finding film funds doesn’t have to be impossible! Because there are film grants for every filmmaker. Not only are they attainable, but you don’t have to exhaust yourself looking for them. Today, we’re discussing finding and applying for the perfect film grants for your project, and we've included the most exhaustive film grants list, just for you. Let's dive in!Continue reading The Ultimate…
A Boom Operator, a key player in the film, television, and radio industry, is entrusted with managing the boom microphone, an instrument critical for recording superior, unblemished sound on set. They are essentially the sound artists of the set, ensuring every spoken word, every sound effect, is captured with utmost precision. To delve deeper into the intricacies of this role, let's explore the responsibilities, the pathway to becoming a Boom Operator, and the potential earnings that come with it.Continue reading What is a Boom Operator in Film — Role Explained
You may have a basic idea of what a line producer is, but there are so many different kinds of producers, are you really sure? It takes a minute to know the ins and outs, and the best way to learn is always to do. But if you’re a little hesitant to jump right into the role, we outlined some basic responsibilities so you can confidently answer “what does a line producer do?” Let’s get into it.Continue reading What Does a Line Producer Do? The Responsibilities and Duties of the Job
Download Your Free Location Tech Scouting Checklist This location scouting checklist will help producers and directors identify many of the most common logistic concerns when tech scouting a location. TEMPLATE INCLUDES: Get your free location scouting checklist here. Enter your email so we can send you the location scouting cheatsheet. Peek Inside the Location Scouting Checklist No need to second guess yourself. Just check off each item in the checklist when you're location scouting. Learn Best Practices for Location Tech Scouting Learn more about the nuances of this checklist in our companion post The Ultimate Location Scouting Checklist. FEATURING: 8 Keys to Location…
If you have a great concept for a film, odds are you want to tell it immediately. That's good, but even better is writing with a plan — and that means a great film treatment. Continue reading How to Write a Film Treatment (FREE Film Treatment Template)
Music videos aren’t always easy to plan. It can be a challenge to translate the poetry in the music to screen. But music videos are like mini films, and they all start with a treatment.A producer’s or director’s experience in writing a treatment is invaluable. Treatments can plan and plot the visuals in detail needed to prep more efficiently. Let’s breakdown the treatment for Eminem’s, “River,” to see how that production team did it.Continue reading How to Break Down A Music Video Treatment When Short on Details
Call sheet formats can vary dramatically depending on the type of project (documentary, narrative, still, commercial, live etc.). We talked to two 1st ADs about their process of creating call sheets and getting them approved. Continue reading How Call Sheets are Approved on Short Form, Music Videos, and Commercials
