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In the latest instalment of Lester Film Co. vlogs, we're talking about why you should consider hiring a professional video agency. Here's me chatting about the benefits from a kit perspective, as well as a good old bit of creative second-guessing - "can I do it again?"🤣 #videoagency #whyhireaprofessional #sassy Alex Lester

How do you approach working with fresh talent on a film? Here are some #filmmakingtips for collaborating with new or less experienced #actors. 1. Start with a script read-through: Give your actors a chance to familiarize themselves with the story and their characters. This will help them to understand the tone, pacing, and overall vision for the film. 2. Establish clear communication: Make sure your actors understand your expectations for their performances. Encourage them to ask questions and offer feedback, and be open to their ideas. 3. Practice, practice, practice: Schedule rehearsals to give your actors time to experiment with different approaches to their characters. This will help them to build confidence and develop their skills. 4. Create a supportive environment: Filmmaking can be stressful, especially for new actors. Make sure to offer encouragement and positive feedback throughout the process. Working with fresh talent can be a rewarding experience for both the filmmaker and the actor. By following these tips, you can help your actors to deliver their best performances and create a film that resonates with audiences. #filmmaking #collaboration #actingtips

🎥 DIARY OF A PRODUCER 🎬 (IS BACK!!!) THE UK FILM INDUSTRY IS IN DIRE NEED OF CREW (APPARENTLY)? 🤔 Dear all, 📑 I saw this article in the morning. In fact, I didn’t. It was sent to me by one of my favourite and trusted film industry researchers Alex Mac who is always at the forefront of what is happening. I don’t know how everyone else feels, but I have mixed feelings. Because, on one side, there is a shortage of skilled crew in the UK film industry in certain areas. 🌍 We are told that the UK’s £6bn film and TV production boom faces being derailed as an acute skills shortage – from set decorators and special effects experts to accountants – causing delays to shooting schedules and driving up the cost of productions for the big and small screen. 🎬 The British Film Institute (BFI) is in the process of assessing the scale of the skills shortage at the behest of the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport - as per the article above. However, I don’t know about you, but I have never been delayed on a shoot because I couldn’t find a crew. I struggle to find some crew in certain moments in time (especially post-pandemic when Star Wars was shooting - it was a nightmare to find film electricians and grips) - but overall, my issue so far has always been the opposite. 👉🏼 I have had a quiet year (until now!), and most people I have spoken to have had a quiet year, at least for half of the year. And I am not even talking about crew used to work on a low budget or recent graduates. I am talking about a proper professional with 5/10, even 15 years of experience, and a very good CV. So with plenty of crew available and more than willing to work on High-end TV (HETV) and Feature films, why do we keep hearing there is a crew shortage? 🛎 Could it be that we have an oversupply in specific roles (Directors, writers, actors) but still struggling to find qualified (especially at the top end of the budget (£ 5m +) technicians such as Production / AD / Camera and Lighting but also accountants and Continuity? Have you ever heard of a Continuity struggling for work? Or a Sound recordist? Me neither. 💁🏻♂️ Also, is it possible that the High-end part of the industry acts as a ‘Closed shop’ that is very hard for newcomers to penetrate? As a tutor and lecturer, I hear every day of perfectly qualified students who struggle to get a first job....So, surely it cannot be that easy to qualify for HETV.... So in a nutshell. ✅ Producers. Do you feel you are struggling to find crew? ✅ Crew. Do you all feel that there is too much work for all of you? Look forward to hearing back. For more content like this find us on #short2features on Facebook - link in comments. 🎥 Happy shooting Enrico, Doris and Wanda.

#Heretotalkaboutfilm #Seven vital #points to consider before #hiring your #crew. Behind every successful film or video project is a dedicated production team. From the #director to the #cinematographer, #productionmanager, and other #crew members. They all play a crucial role in bringing the project's vision to life.   Hiring the right production team is essential for the success of your project. Today, we will discuss the key steps involved in finding and selecting the perfect team for your film or video project.   1. Define Your Needs: Before you start hiring crew members, it is important to clearly define your project's requirements. 2. Seek recommendations and referrals: Reach out to your network in the film industry, including colleagues, friends, and mentors, and ask for recommendations. They may be able to refer you to experienced professionals who have the skills and expertise you are looking for.   3. Review Portfolios and Reels: Once you have a list of potential candidates, review their portfolios and show reels to assess the quality of their previous work. This will give you a good sense of their artist vision and technical abilities.   4. Conduct Interviews: Narrow down your list of candidates and schedule interviews with them. Interviews provide an opportunity to discuss their experience, working style, and creative approach.   5. Check References: Request references from the candidates and reach out to their previous employers or collaborators. Ask about their strengths, weaknesses, and how well they work in a team. References can provide a more comprehensive picture of the candidate's capabilities.   6. Budget Considerations: Hiring the right production crew and team also involves considering your project's budget. Ensure that the rates and fees of the candidates align with your budgetary constraints. While it may be tempting to cut corners to save money, remember that investing in skilled professionals will ultimately result in higher-quality production.   7. Clear Communication: Once you have assembled your production crew and team, it's crucial to establish clear lines of communication. Clearly define roles and responsibilities, set expectations, and establish a project timeline. Effective communication will ensure that everyone is on the same page and working towards a common goal.   These points are by no means exhaustive, but by taking them into consideration, you'll increase your chances of assembling a talented and cohesive team that will bring your vision to life on the screen. #makai_ivan #actor #writer #director #producer #filmmaker #cinemaworldstudios #cinemaworld Makai Ivan Netflix Showmax HollyWoood Nollywood Bollywood MultiChoice Group Cinema Uganda Leonard Amanya Mediavision Academy

How to Get Started in Film and TV https://ift.tt/ZLtOAVC Written by Sneha Mendes Starting a career in film is hard. Starting your life again from scratch is even harder. To my fellow filmmakers immigrating for work, I am sure you know that starting your career in film and from scratch is probably one of the hardest and bravest feats you have had to endure. Oftentimes our struggle isn’t just getting a foot in the door, but also, putting up a constant fight to stay in the country. Let me start by saying that I appreciate our resilience, and good things will come. This is not an industry that is easy to break into, and it is definitely not the most forgiving to immigrants. There are many reasons to be discouraged, but many more that are superiorly encouraging. We keep them in mind as we pave our way to new beginnings. And slowly but surely, work comes our way. Recently, I feel like I have been making some headway work-wise. And everyone who has had to move countries or continents or zip codes as I did will always have free access to the lessons I learned about getting started. It’s not a beautiful method, rather scrappy actually. But it works: Step 1: Play the Numbers Game Message everyone. Use every social media platform you have. Find your favorite movie or music video or short film. Now go to the credits and find everyone who has worked on it. Message them all, and ask (respectfully) if they have the time to talk. Now find their other projects, and then hit up all of the crew of those projects up. And from there, you’ll be led to other projects, so message everyone on those projects too. I would message 50 people a day. Of those 50, 15 would read my message. Of those 15, five would reply. Of those five, three would call. And off those three, one person may at some point in the future invite you to set. Step 2: No Job is Too Big or Too Small Just get on a set, and then you’re really cooking with gas. Don’t be ashamed if you have to start as a PA again. You have to pay the bills, and there’s nothing wrong with that. Introduce yourself as the person you want to be, no matter the size of your role. For example, I am a writer and producer. And I say, “Hey. I’m Sneha. I’m a writer and producer, but today I am working as a PA.” Crews reward smart workers by working with them more and more. The more crews you’re on, the more filmmakers you meet. Step 3: Everyone Loves a Learner Once you’re on set, you’re either going to be exceptional or replaceable. Everyone knows that unless you’re a prodigy, you can’t be extraordinary overnight - but filmmakers like to invest in the potential you have. Learn, and ask for the room and the grace to learn. People are forgiving of errors as long as they know your intention is to grow. Talk to every department and study them. Most people are happy to teach you, and very patient too, as long as you are eager to learn with devotion. Accumulate knowledge that you can use to push your career forward. An...

Do you want to work in the film industry? Here’s 2 things you should consider: 1. Why? Knowing why you want to work in the industry will give you so much clarity for where you want to take your career. It’s also going to help you decide if it’s something you really want to pursue in the first place. Plus every interviewer is going to ask you this question and you need a solid answer to get a job anywhere. 2. What role do you want to play? This is more than just a job title, think about how you fit into the larger whole that is Hollywood, media, and the film industry. Do you want to be a director? Writer? Cinematographer? Do you want to make films? TV shows? Commercials? Do you want to work at a studio? Or maybe a small production company? For years, I didn’t know what I wanted to do, so I asked people who had jobs I thought I’d like to do. I called agents, directors, producers, writers, cinematographers, actors, and executives. So think about the role you want, the job that fits into that role, and talk to people with those jobs. PS: Are you a YouThbe creator? Want an entire system for running your channel? Comment systems and I’ll send it to you!

Communication is the lifeblood of a film director. We're not just directors; we're storytellers, and our first job is to communicate our vision effectively to the team. From pre-production meetings to on-set direction, clear communication sets the stage for success. #FilmDirector #EffectiveCommunication #TeamCollaboration

Please and thank you for checking out my casting profile at Crew Resumes! Click on all 10 of my external links for research in turbo speed. Honestly, this is designed for production heads, producers, directors, new filmmakers needing to find new colleagues, college students, interns etc. There are over 420 job titles available for searching and or posting, in all media and entertainment. (1.) Chose your Platform: Animation, Audience, Music & Variety, Commercial, Documentary, Film, Gaming, Infomercial, Live Action, Live to Tape, Music Video, Podcast, Radio Reality, Short Film, Social Media, Sports Multi-Camera, Television, New Media & Web Series and YouTube. (2.) Choose your department (26 listed), and then (3.) Choose your job title. You can of course search another country as well, should you need to prep in Spain or London or India or Ireland...etc. For Actors and Crew, make it easy on us who hire to get to your offer written up and off to your agent. Or find an an agent. But definately stop making the researchers work hard, and if they can't figure out which SM page is yours because of your photo, your name, your many pages...we move on. It's Hollywood. And funded projects move in a day or two, they don't have time to waste. There's a big pool here. Show the team you are a team player. Don't be afraid to talk about the areas of production in your life. Are you an actor who is also a writer? Great! Choose that department and job title and come up in those key word searches. I have cast all media and entertainment for 37 years. I package and produce to help with distribution and funds. I teach, I raised an Autistic Man and my dog is 15 years old. I was Miss Oregon World and competed in Miss World America in the Virgin Islands. I placed and also won Miss Congeniality. I was a cheerleader. Wilhelmina broke my heart as a judge in the competition and told me to be an actor because I would never be a model. (an 18 year olds dream). Needless to say I was a pageant girl about 6 times. I have been referring people to people for work my whole life. I figured a way to do that on a bigger scale with @crewresumes Pam Bouvier The idea is to get more of a feel for the crew member or actor. Get a feeling. I built it so you can see the smart professionals who work hard and the ones who don't work so hard at it. It's brilliant really. I put the casting director eye in there and the producers needs to find, replace and hire asap. For the members, you now have one link. Your agents and managers can be in their car and say 'Go to Crew Resumes' and search your first name. One link does everything for them. Help me, Help you, Help them, which ultimately helps production, leading to more work for you. I know everyone doesn't hustle like Los Angeles or perhaps New York, and that will show. You will have a feeling in your gut in 60 seconds or less on whether the member is part of your lifestyle and tribe. Thank you. https://lnkd.in/g-QbefjA

Dear actors and actresses, We want to hear from you! What challenges are you currently facing in your acting journey? Additionally, feel free to share: 1. What support do you feel is lacking in the industry? 2. How do you navigate auditioning and casting processes? 3. Have you encountered any barriers to accessing training and development opportunities? 4. What improvements would you like to see in the local film industry? Your insights are valuable in shaping a supportive and thriving environment for actors and actresses. Let's start the conversation! _____________ Follow: Elias L. Mulenga Zambian Film Blogger, Film/Content Reviewer, Creative Script Writer, and Film Director