From box office successes to significant industry changes, film festival lineups and exciting upcoming projects, July saw a lot of film industry news. 1. Box Office Successes Inside Out 2 has surpassed Minions, becoming the fifth highest-grossing animated film, while Deadpool & Wolverine set a record with a $211 million opening weekend. [Variety] 2. Paramount’s… Continue reading July Wrap: Film Industry Highlights
Month: July 2024
Australian Producer, Writer and Director Maggie Miles on Storytelling and Breaking Into the Industry
If you like keeping a finger on the pulse of Australia’s film industry, Maggie Miles is a producer worth keeping your eye on. The UK-born, AUS-based, award-winning producer has a gift for producing stories you’re unlikely to have seen or heard before. Here we speak to the producer behind the feature films High Ground, Guilty… Continue reading Australian Producer, Writer and Director Maggie Miles on Storytelling and Breaking Into the Industry
The Continued Rise of Filming Outside of Los Angeles
Hollywood is on the move, trading filming in Los Angeles for different states and countries more each year. In recent years an increasing number of movies and TV shows are opting to set their scenes far from the streets of Los Angeles and the traditional glamour of Hollywood-based sets. Small cities and towns across the… Continue reading The Continued Rise of Filming Outside of Los Angeles
8 Things to Keep in Mind When Hiring Production Assistants
When it comes to the smooth operation of any film, television, or commercial production, the role of Production Assistants (PAs) cannot be underestimated. There are several factors to keep in mind to ensure you bring the right talent on board to support your production effectively. Here are our top 8 tips of things to keep… Continue reading 8 Things to Keep in Mind When Hiring Production Assistants
Vetting Safety Coordinators and Understanding Producer Liability When Disaster Strikes
Brendan Cochrane is a director, producer and owner of the New York-based production company Digital Seven. He was a finalist in the DGA Mentorship Program, an eight-month program for those interested in developing episodic television. Brendan saw a need to start a safety standard and protocol, which would lead to a more universally accepted list… Continue reading Vetting Safety Coordinators and Understanding Producer Liability When Disaster Strikes
The ABCs of a Production Crew
We’ve all heard the saying, “We’re like family at this job.” No comment makes me side-eye more. While I don’t consider coworkers automatically family, I have slowly come around to the idea that I must improve how I cultivate my professional relationships. For a guarded introvert like me, finding community hasn’t always come naturally, but… Continue reading The ABCs of a Production Crew
The Resurgence of Multicam and Why It’s Making a Comeback
When it comes to making TV shows, formats and styles have come and gone. Take the multicamera setup, or “multicam” for short. Once the golden standard for sitcoms, it eventually became outdated and replaced with the single-camera format. Now it’s making a big comeback. Here’s why your next gig just may be on a multicam… Continue reading The Resurgence of Multicam and Why It’s Making a Comeback
What Producers Should Know When Hiring Drone Pilots
Drone cinematography can add to the beauty of any video or film. However, the rules surrounding drone pilots can be unknown or confusing to producers, especially if they are new to drone work. With the devices being so accessible, there are many so-called owner/operators out there. That doesn’t mean they’re all a good choice. Jay… Continue reading What Producers Should Know When Hiring Drone Pilots
5 Ways to Improve Work Life Balance in Production
Pursuing a career in the film and TV industry can be incredibly demanding, often involving long hours and commitments that can affect your personal life and relationships. Flexibility is necessary when it comes to schedules, considering factors such as locations, weather and various other elements. Given the demands of this lifestyle, it’s no wonder that… Continue reading 5 Ways to Improve Work Life Balance in Production
5 Habits to Be a More Effective Writer
“To begin… To begin… How to start? I’m hungry. I should get coffee. Coffee would help me think. Maybe I should write something first, then reward myself with coffee. Coffee and a muffin. Okay, so I need to establish the themes. Maybe a banana-nut. That’s a good muffin.” —Charlie Kaufman in Adaptation Let’s be honest:… Continue reading 5 Habits to Be a More Effective Writer