What is a line producer? What do they do? Great question. And not uncommon, even for people well-versed in film. The role of the line producer, like many inner-workings of the entertainment industry, is shrouded in secrecy. We’ve got the “ins,” we’ve done the research, and right now we’re going to give you the ultimate answer to the question, “What does a line producer do?” We’ll also discuss line producer salary, how to become a line producer and everything you’ll need to get the job done. Continue reading What is a Line Producer — Ultimate Guide to Duties & Salary
Storytelling may start with an idea and a script. Along the way, it may garner tons of attention and praise for its directing and star-studded cast. But what can sound do for a story? Sound design involves much more than level dialogue and explosions. It’s highly technical, but requires an enormous amount of creativity. If done well, it can tell a truly powerful story. For the typical movie-goer, sound editing vs sound mixing can sometimes be confused with each other, but they are different. The two serve completely different purposes, and both are necessary for a truly cinematic experience.Continue reading…
Unlike painting or writing, which are often done in isolation, making a film requires a team effort. Gaffers, Cinematographers, Best Boys, PAs — but who does what and why? There are few roles in film production more valuable than a 1st AD but what is an assistant director and what does an assistant director do? In this post, we'll detail the role and provide insight into standard assistant director duties to remind you just how important they are. Or, if you're looking to become an assistant director on set, this is your first step in that direction. Continue reading…
The answer to the title question is pretty obvious: screenwriters write screenplays, right? Well, yeah, but there's much more to the craft than the finished product. Every writer has their own process so let's hear from some incredibly talented and iconic screenwriters to see how they approach their stories. Once we get the full picture from those who do it everyday, we can better answer the question, what does a screenwriter do?Continue reading What Does a Screenwriter Do? The Fundamentals of the Job
Before a writer crafts a screenplay, they usually come up with a logline. At any stage of a production, a logline is a tool used to sell an idea. Movie loglines are short, so writing out a bunch is easy. Writing one that sells, however, is its challenge. In this article, we’ll show you how to write a logline and break down some famous logline examples.Continue reading How to Write a Logline Producers Won’t Pass On [with Logline Examples]
The best animated movies in history all began with simple sketches. Creating these foundational sketches is the storyboard artist. The decisions and drawings from these artists influence the rest of a film or TV show. But what is a storyboard artist responsible for other than creating sketches? A whole lot. In this article, we’ll take a look at the role and responsibilities of a storyboard artist, how much they are paid for their work, and how to become one. Continue reading What is a Storyboard Artist — Job Description, Duties & Salary
Whether you're looking to hire locals when shooting out of town, or searching for "hungrier" crew who are willing to exchange experience for a pay cut, Facebook Groups are a great place to start. Continue reading Find Production Crew with Facebook
Tell me if this sounds like you: You're building an entertainment career. You get gigs here and there, maybe on set or in a production office, but you're hunting for a new job every week - maybe even the next day. I've been there, so I am going to share with you some of my personal experiences from building my own entertainment career through a number of film production jobs, all so that you can learn the pitfalls... and successes. Get ready, because you are now officially inside the Hollywood trenches. Welcome to the party, pal. Continue reading How to…
When you're watching a scene in a film or on television, the details within a set are usually meticulously planned and executed. There's someone whose job is to make sure each scene looks the way it's supposed to, and that person is known as the Leadman.Continue reading What Does a Leadman Do in Film — Job Description Explained
You've probably heard the term "Unit Production Manager" tossed around in film circles, a title that somehow feels both vague and important. But what exactly does a Unit Production Manager do? Why are they crucial to a film set? And how does one become a UPM? In this article, we'll dive into these questions and more, demystifying the role of the UPM and providing a clear roadmap for those aspiring to this position.Continue reading What is a Unit Production Manager? Role Explained
