Here’s our guide to finding a local film crew in the new location, building a network and cutting transportation & accommodation costs.
How to Hire a Local Film Crew in a New Location
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Time is Money: How to Manage Your Time on a Movie Set
When it comes to film production, sometimes it can seem like meeting deadlines is a matter of luck. We’ll walk you through how to manage your time on set.
What Does an AD Do on Set? The Daily Life of an Assistant Director
Today, we are starting a new article series describing film jobs on set, first is AD’s. They’ve been called the “time police” and the director-to-crew liaison, but what do ADs really do? Here’s a day in the life of an assistant director.
A Guide to Film & Video Production Insurance II – Terminology & Checklist
A line producer thinks not “if a bad situation happens” but thinks “when a bad situation happens.” Having production insurance is crucial to protecting your people and you. Here is a guide for Insurance terminology and a helpful checklist.
Don’t Forget Producer’s E&O Insurance in Your Budget!
It is crucial to consider film producer’s E&O insurance when putting together your film/TV project budgets. In this post, we explained the importance of E&O insurance with lawsuit examples.
A Guide to Film & Video Production Insurance I
While it may not seem as exciting as shooting scenes or hiring actors, having a film production insurance cover is crucial. What is this insurance cover? How much does it cost? Find out in this handy guide!
The Best US Cities in 2021 for Film and TV Production (besides NY and LA)
Everyone knows that LA and NY are hot spots for the film and television industries. But many other U.S. cities offer great opportunities for film and tv production. Here are some of the best locations (and tax incentives) in the country for filming.
Location Tech Scout Checklist
Location scouting is perhaps one of the most important steps in pre-production. It is simply the selection of shooting locations with consideration of both creative, financial, and logistical parts of film & video production.
Going Green In Production
Environmental friendly video & film production is easy and affordable. Just with a few tips, early conversations, and conscious decisions, you can save enormous waste and help the public health and the planet.
How they tried to scam my production company
As the economy is opening back up for business, so are the scammers. I had been contacted with a job offer, received a check, and asked to deposit it before any agreement was in place. Here is how the scammers tried to steal money from me.