You’ve got a great idea for a movie but you’re not sure where to start with writing a script. This blog will walk through some of the ins and outs of the formatting, why it’s important, and how to write a screenplay. Screenwriting can seem like a daunting task especially […]
When you have a great idea for a movie, where do you start writing? It can seem daunting to start writing a movie. But we’re here to help. One of the best ways to get started is to have a good understanding of the screenplay format. Screenwriting format serves as […]
Travis is a filmmaker whose short film about North Korea, which is being funded by The Film Fund, is in pre-production. We asked Travis some questions about filmmaking, his current projects, and the world of independently funded films. If you’re looking for funding for your own project, check out our […]
Savanna Hunter-Reeves wrote a one-sentence pitch, and our judges selected her entry as a winner, granting her the funds to produce her project. Its production has been halted because of COVID, but we’ll be sure to share her winning entry as soon as it’s finished! If you want a chance […]
So you like being a leader? And you like organizing and doing pre-production? And you like the world of film funding? Producing just might be the right job for you. In this blog, we’ll talk about the different kinds of producers, what they do, and most importantly how to make […]
Sometimes the hardest role to fill in your production is the producer. Because a producer is usually a part of the project from the beginning, they offer input and work heavily in pre-production. But let’s say you have a great idea but no executives. We’re here with some helpful tips […]
Being a producer means putting together a project and seeing that project through to completion. It boils down to hiring the director to execute their vision, and then supporting the director along the way. Whether you’re producing a short film, feature film, or corporate video, the producer really has one […]
Whether you’re a director, an executive producer, or both, your job is to complete the film on time and under budget. One role is more business-oriented and one is more creative, but both involve time management, planning, communication, and getting creative when you don’t have a lot of capital with […]
As we continue to face the reality of quarantine, it can be hard to not get discouraged. Not being able to work in the usual capacity can be frustrating. But it’s important to view the restrictions that social isolation places on film production as ways to help creativity thrive. With […]
In the time of COVID-19, it’s hard to know what to do especially if you’re a business owner. It’s no surprise that in the time of pandemic, small businesses and independent companies have been hit the hardest. We’re here to offer some advice for production companies during this time. If […]
While we don’t want to say this pandemic has been great for anyone, we do want to highlight some of the reasons why filmmakers might be the most equipped to make the best out of this bad situation. Production companies are in a unique spot as we continue to go […]
Tommy Garcia had his short film project funded by The Film Fund by submitting a one-sentence pitch. We asked Tommy some questions about filmmaking, his inspirations, and the world of independently funded films. If you’re looking to fund your own film, check out our funding opportunities. Why do you write, […]