I’m looking for behind-the-scenes footage that shows directors actually directing, working with actors, giving notes, discussing blocking, communicating with the DP and crew, setting up shots, etc.
What are some of the best examples you’ve seen?
I’m looking for behind-the-scenes footage that shows directors actually directing, working with actors, giving notes, discussing blocking, communicating with the DP and crew, setting up shots, etc.
What are some of the best examples you’ve seen?
I’m looking for behind-the-scenes footage that shows directors actually directing—working with actors, giving notes, discussing blocking, communicating with the DP and crew, setting up shots, etc.
What are some of the best examples you’ve seen?
I'm a 32-year-old indie filmmaker who's made several short films and is working toward my first feature. If I haven't made my first feature yet, am I too old to be starting now?
To be clear, I already have the first rough draft of my feature-length script written and I'm currently working on the second draft, trying to make it more contained. I'm also planning to write another, even more contained feature script as a backup, something that's more economically feasible to make.
I'm a 32-year-old indie filmmaker who's made several short films and is working toward my first feature. If I haven't made my first feature yet, am I too old to be starting now?
To be clear, I already have the first rough draft of my feature-length script written and I'm currently working on the second draft, trying to make it more contained. I'm also planning to write another, even more contained feature script as a backup, something that's more economically feasible to make.
'm a 32-year-old indie filmmaker who's made several short films and is working toward my first feature. If I haven't made my first feature yet, am I too old to be starting now?
To be clear, I already have the first rough draft of my feature-length script written and I'm currently working on the second draft, trying to make it more contained. I'm also planning to write another, even more contained feature script as a backup, something that's more economically feasible to make.
Actors and actresses, what do you want from a indie film director/filmmaker?
I know I recently posted a thread similar to this, but I could really use some advice or tips.
To reiterate from the other post, I'm an indie filmmaker with a full-time day job. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Film and Television Production in December 2019. Since then, I've completed several independent short films, some of which have screened at film festivals, and I'm currently developing my first feature. After graduation, COVID-19 disrupted my plans. I lost my part-time museum job and ended up moving back in with my parents. Since August 2021, I've been working full-time as a Production Resource Technician at a college while continuing to write, direct, and produce my own independent film projects.
The part I'm struggling with is that I still earn $15 per hour, which feels low given my experience and education. I've been working in the same position since August 2021 and have been actively applying for better-paying full time jobs in production, post-production, television, video, and media for about the past year.
I've applied to dozens of positions over the past year. Unfortunately, I've had very little success. Most of the time I either receive automated rejection emails or never hear back at all.
For those of you who have been through this, what are the most common reasons applicants don't get interviews? Could it be my skills, experience, résumé, the current job market, or something else? More importantly, what can I do to improve my chances of landing interviews and eventually finding a better-paying job?
Also, why do so many employers never follow up after you apply? Has that become more common in recent years? And for those who've been in the industry for a while, how does today's job market compare to what it was like 10 years ago, especially after COVID?
I'd really appreciate any advice or insight.
I know I recently posted a thread similar to this, but I could really use some advice or tips.
To reiterate from the other post, I'm an indie filmmaker with a full-time day job. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Film and Television Production in December 2019. Since then, I've completed several independent short films, some of which have screened at film festivals, and I'm currently developing my first feature. After graduation, COVID-19 disrupted my plans. I lost my part-time museum job and ended up moving back in with my parents. Since August 2021, I've been working full-time as a Production Resource Technician at a college while continuing to write, direct, and produce my own independent film projects.
The part I'm struggling with is that I still earn $15 per hour, which feels low given my experience and education. I've been working in the same position since August 2021 and have been actively applying for better-paying jobs in production, post-production, television, video, and media for about the past year.
I've applied to dozens of positions over the past year. Unfortunately, I've had very little success. Most of the time I either receive automated rejection emails or never hear back at all.
For those of you who have been through this, what are the most common reasons applicants don't get interviews? Could it be my skills, experience, résumé, the current job market, or something else? More importantly, what can I do to improve my chances of landing interviews and eventually finding a better-paying job?
Also, why do so many employers never follow up after you apply? Has that become more common in recent years? And for those who've been in the industry for a while, how does today's job market compare to what it was like 10 years ago, especially after COVID?
I'd really appreciate any advice or insight.
I know I recently posted a thread similar to this, but I could really use some advice or tips.
To reiterate from the other post, I'm an indie filmmaker with a full-time day job. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Film and Television Production in December 2019. Since then, I've completed several independent short films, some of which have screened at film festivals, and I'm currently developing my first feature. After graduation, COVID-19 disrupted my plans. I lost my part-time museum job and ended up moving back in with my parents. Since August 2021, I've been working full-time as a Production Resource Technician at a college while continuing to write, direct, and produce my own independent film projects.
The part I'm struggling with is that I still earn $15 per hour, which feels low given my experience and education. I've been working in the same position since August 2021 and have been actively applying for better-paying full time jobs in production, post-production, television, video, and media for about the past year.
I've applied to dozens of positions over the past year. Unfortunately, I've had very little success. Most of the time I either receive automated rejection emails or never hear back at all.
For those of you who have been through this, what are the most common reasons applicants don't get interviews? Could it be my skills, experience, résumé, the current job market, or something else? More importantly, what can I do to improve my chances of landing interviews and eventually finding a better-paying job?
Also, why do so many employers never follow up after you apply? Has that become more common in recent years? And for those who've been in the industry for a while, how does today's job market compare to what it was like 10 years ago, especially after COVID?
I'd really appreciate any advice or insight.
I know I recently posted a thread similar to this, but I could really use some advice or tips.
To reiterate from the other post, I'm an indie filmmaker with a full-time day job. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Film and Television Production in December 2019. Since then, I've completed several independent short films, some of which have screened at film festivals, and I'm currently developing my first feature. After graduation, COVID-19 disrupted my plans. I lost my part-time museum job and ended up moving back in with my parents. Since August 2021, I've been working full-time as a Production Resource Technician at a college while continuing to write, direct, and produce my own independent film projects.
The part I'm struggling with is that I still earn $15 per hour, which feels low given my experience and education. I've been working in the same position since August 2021 and have been actively applying for better-paying full time jobs in production, post-production, television, video, and media for about the past year.
I've applied to dozens of positions over the past year. Unfortunately, I've had very little success. Most of the time I either receive automated rejection emails or never hear back at all.
For those of you who have been through this, what are the most common reasons applicants don't get interviews? Could it be my skills, experience, résumé, the current job market, or something else? More importantly, what can I do to improve my chances of landing interviews and eventually finding a better-paying job?
Also, why do so many employers never follow up after you apply? Has that become more common in recent years? And for those who've been in the industry for a while, how does today's job market compare to what it was like 10 years ago, especially after COVID?
I'd really appreciate any advice or insight.
I know I recently posted a thread similar to this, but I could really use some advice or tips.
To reiterate from the other post, I'm an indie filmmaker with a full-time day job. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Film and Television Production in December 2019. Since then, I've completed several independent short films, some of which have screened at film festivals, and I'm currently developing my first feature. After graduation, COVID-19 disrupted my plans. I lost my part-time museum job and ended up moving back in with my parents. Since August 2021, I've been working full-time as a Production Resource Technician at a college while continuing to write, direct, and produce my own independent film projects.
The part I'm struggling with is that I still earn $15 per hour, which feels low given my experience and education. I've been working in the same position since August 2021 and have been actively applying for better-paying jobs in production, post-production, television, video, and media for about the past year.
I've applied to dozens of positions over the past year. Unfortunately, I've had very little success. Most of the time I either receive automated rejection emails or never hear back at all.
For those of you who have been through this, what are the most common reasons applicants don't get interviews? Could it be my skills, experience, résumé, the current job market, or something else? More importantly, what can I do to improve my chances of landing interviews and eventually finding a better-paying job?
Also, why do so many employers never follow up after you apply? Has that become more common in recent years? And for those who've been in the industry for a while, how does today's job market compare to what it was like 10 years ago, especially after COVID?
I'd really appreciate any advice or insight.
I know I recently posted a thread similar to this, but I could really use some advice or tips.
To reiterate from the other post, I'm an indie filmmaker with a full-time day job. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Film and Television Production in December 2019. Since then, I've completed several independent short films, some of which have screened at film festivals, and I'm currently developing my first feature. After graduation, COVID-19 disrupted my plans. I lost my part-time museum job and ended up moving back in with my parents. Since August 2021, I've been working full-time as a Production Resource Technician at a college while continuing to write, direct, and produce my own independent film projects.
The part I'm struggling with is that I still earn $15 per hour, which feels low given my experience and education. I've been working in the same position since August 2021 and have been actively applying for better-paying full time jobs in production, post-production, television, video, and media for about the past year.
I've applied to dozens of positions over the past year. Unfortunately, I've had very little success. Most of the time I either receive automated rejection emails or never hear back at all.
For those of you who have been through this, what are the most common reasons applicants don't get interviews? Could it be my skills, experience, résumé, the current job market, or something else? More importantly, what can I do to improve my chances of landing interviews and eventually finding a better-paying job?
Also, why do so many employers never follow up after you apply? Has that become more common in recent years? And for those who've been in the industry for a while, how does today's job market compare to what it was like 10 years ago, especially after COVID?
I'd really appreciate any advice or insight.
I could really use some advice.
I'm a local indie filmmaker who's completed several independent short films, some of which have screened at film festivals, and I'm currently developing my first feature. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Film and Television Production in December 2019. After graduation, COVID-19 disrupted my plans, lost my part time museum job and I ended up moving back in with my parents. Since August 2021, I've been working full-time as a Production Resource Technician at a college while continuing to write, direct, and produce my own independent film projects.
The part I'm struggling with is that I still earn $15 per hour, which feels low given my experience and education. I've been actively applying for better-paying jobs in production, post-production, television production, video and media, but I haven't had much luck so far. I'm also still living with my parents too.
I've also been considering moving to New York City or Los Angeles in the near future, possibly by the end of the year.
For those who have been in a similar position, what would you recommend my next steps be? What should I do about this? Am I on the right path, or should I be approaching my passion or career differently? Would you recommend moving to LA or NYC, or staying local while continuing to build my career? And regardless of where I live, should I continue focusing on making my own films? Also did I make the right decision by taking my current job, or is it time to move on?
I'd really appreciate any advice or experiences you can share.
What are your thoughts on An American Tail (1986)? Personally, I think it's an animated masterpiece and one of Don Bluth's finest films. The animation is beautiful, the score is unforgettable, and Fievel's journey is both heartfelt and emotional. It balances adventure, humor, and serious themes like immigration, family, and hope in a way that still resonates today. Every time I revisit it, I'm reminded why it remains one of my favorite animated films. I'd love to hear what others think. Has it held up for you over the years?
I could really use some advice.
I'm a local indie filmmaker who's completed several independent short films, some of which have screened at film festivals, and I'm currently developing my first feature. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Film and Television Production in December 2019. After graduation, COVID-19 disrupted my plans, lost my part time museum job and I ended up moving back in with my parents. Since August 2021, I've been working full-time as a Production Resource Technician at a college while continuing to write, direct, and produce my own independent film projects.
The part I'm struggling with is that I still earn $15 per hour, which feels low given my experience and education. I've been actively applying for better-paying jobs in production, post-production, television production, video and media, but I haven't had much luck so far. I'm also still living with my parents too.
I've also been considering moving to New York City or Los Angeles in the near future, possibly by the end of the year.
For those who have been in a similar position, what would you recommend my next steps be? What should I do about this? Am I on the right path, or should I be approaching my passion or career differently? Would you recommend moving to LA or NYC, or staying local while continuing to build my career? And regardless of where I live, should I continue focusing on making my own films? Also did I make the right decision by taking my current job, or is it time to move on?
I'd really appreciate any advice or experiences you can share.