It’s that time of year again—when holiday lights are twinkling, production deadlines are looming, and everyone’s calendar is packed. Need some extra hands? Here’s how to find the right talent on a crunch. Make Your Job Listing Unmissable Freelancers scrolling through Staff Me Up this time of year are juggling a lot—so your job post… Continue reading How to Attract the Best Freelance Talent During the Holiday Season
Month: November 2024
All About Film Incentives with CEO of 502 Film Soozie Eastman
Soozie Eastman is the president and CEO of 502 Film and film commissioner for the city of Louisville. I asked her to explain what producers and filmmakers should know about film incentives, since much of her time is spent helping filmmakers navigate the incentives package in Kentucky. States create film incentives to entice filmmakers to… Continue reading All About Film Incentives with CEO of 502 Film Soozie Eastman
Career Pathing with ‘Ones to Watch’ Producer and Writer Kate Separovich
Kate Separovich‘s resume is quite a read. Named “One to Watch“ by Screen Producers Australia in 2021 and selected for the Celluloid Ceiling Initiative by Screenwest the same year, Separovich has also been tapped for the Emerging Producer Program by Screenwest in 2015 and the Rotterdam Producers Lab by Screen Australia in 2014. In addition… Continue reading Career Pathing with ‘Ones to Watch’ Producer and Writer Kate Separovich
Industry Leaders Discuss Future of Content Production at the Inaugural Unscripted Executive Summit, hosted by Talent Systems & NPACT
Talent Systems & NPACT held the first annual Unscripted Executive Summit on October 29th at the Skirball Center in Los Angeles. The event saw an impressive turnout of industry leaders and professionals alike for panels, discussions, and networking opportunities. NPACT General Manager Michelle Van Kempen said, “With the entertainment industry – and unscripted in particular… Continue reading Industry Leaders Discuss Future of Content Production at the Inaugural Unscripted Executive Summit, hosted by Talent Systems & NPACT
Techniques for Maximizing Your Crew’s Performance On-Set
The great thing about living in 2024 is that there are cheat codes for everything. The explosion of information, apps, YouTube tutorials, communication platforms and efficiency software has made almost any task significantly easier. Put it this way: we’re only a few years away from someone posting a YouTube tutorial on how to change a… Continue reading Techniques for Maximizing Your Crew’s Performance On-Set
Tips To Network Like a Pro On-Set
Before we get into it, congratulations—you made it to set. So much of working in this industry is hustling from one gig to the next without ever stopping to enjoy your accomplishments. So, revel in being on-set, try not to eat all the crafty, and remember: there are microphones everywhere. Now, I know the title… Continue reading Tips To Network Like a Pro On-Set
How to Make Your Production Green
When it comes to production, there is so much more we can be doing when it comes to energy conservation, waste reduction, and sustainable practices on set. Here are some of the ways we can contribute to more eco-friendly film sets: Digitize Who uses hard copies of distro anymore? Nearly everyone uses their phones, iPads,… Continue reading How to Make Your Production Green
The Different Types of Insurance for Film Production
Filmmaking is a collaborative process with so many moving parts. There are plenty of risks with each element, and insurance is a necessity to protect your expensive gear, the people involved and your investments. This article will explore the various types of insurance available for film production and what each policy typically covers. 1. General… Continue reading The Different Types of Insurance for Film Production
Tips on Breaking Into the Production Industry
I get asked quite a bit about how to obtain jobs in TV production, whether by people who want to pursue this as a career, or just out of curiosity. For many of us, being a PA (production assistant) was a foot in the door to the industry, and a great way to learn all… Continue reading Tips on Breaking Into the Production Industry