Teresa Carante is a documentary cinematographer who has worked in incredible situations across the world. Experience in fast-paced environments informs her approach to selecting lenses where flexibility and preparedness are critical skills. She served as a topside Director of Photography for prestigious organizations like National Geographic Pristine Seas, Neptune Pirates (The Paul Watson Foundation) and VICE… Continue reading Unlock the Power of Cinematic Storytelling Through the Right Lenses with Teresa Carante
Month: March 2025
Surviving Industry Setbacks: Finding Hope in Uncertain Times
It seems like as soon as there’s some forward motion and things start to look up—BAM! Something else comes along and stops things dead in its tracks in the industry. As a result, you might end up taking a few steps back in your career. Around this time last year, I wrote about “How Taking… Continue reading Surviving Industry Setbacks: Finding Hope in Uncertain Times
5 Things to Bring With You to Your First Day On-Set
Your first day on-set can be intimidating, exciting and maybe a little overwhelming. When I got started, I was full of anticipation, wanted to be prepared and make a good impression. Being prepared is essential to building a lasting career in this industry. Key Insights Below-the-line production members can enhance their careers by networking, staying… Continue reading 5 Things to Bring With You to Your First Day On-Set
How to Write a Comedy Beat Sheet for a Hilarious Pilot
The backbone of writing any TV series starts with having a great beat sheet, especially when crafting a comedy. Think of a beat sheet as your treasure map to comedy gold. While a comedy pilot might seem like just a bunch of funny characters running around causing hilarious chaos, the greatest sitcoms—Arrested Development, Parks and… Continue reading How to Write a Comedy Beat Sheet for a Hilarious Pilot
Overcoming Comparison: The Hidden Struggles Behind Success
“The funny thing about social media is that it removes the process from creativity. You see the people you love and then you see the output. But rarely do you get to see or understand the challenges of the process. And that can be intimidating. Because it gives the illusion that what people make comes… Continue reading Overcoming Comparison: The Hidden Struggles Behind Success
How to Handle On-Set Tensions Like a Pro
Working on a TV or film set can be exciting, but it also comes with its share of stress and difficulties—especially when it comes to working with challenging personalities. This industry is fast-paced and high-pressure, so tensions can often arise quickly. Most everyone has experienced moments when the stress of life on-set gets to them… Continue reading How to Handle On-Set Tensions Like a Pro
Top 5 Travel Hacks Every Producer Needs to Know
While the current state of the world is making me wonder about the future of air travel and a sustainable creative career in Los Angeles, traveling and producing visual stories remain two of my favorite things. Prepping for either of those is not easy. Producing TV is more than a full-time job, and adding a… Continue reading Top 5 Travel Hacks Every Producer Needs to Know