Producing
Learn tips to produce films for an online audience.
Behind the Pitch: Vinny Anand
For this month’s Behind the Pitch, The Film Fund founder Thomas Verdi sits down with filmmaker Vinny Anand to discuss his background in…
Behind the Pitch: Mike Gerbino and “Freelance”
The following is from an interview with one of The Film Fund’s previous winners, Mike Gerbino, who received $5,000 to make his…
Independent Feature Film Funding: Why Unknown Movie Matters
Introducing “Unknown Movie:” A New Feature Film Funding Project At The Film Fund, we’ve built a strong community of filmmakers, helping them…
How to Find Cast and Crew
When producing a movie, it is crucial that you find the cast and crew most well suited for your film. The most…
Where Should You Allocate Your Film’s Budget?
Budgeting is something that must be well thought out in your production because if it’s not, it can easily derail your production…
What Do Production Assistants Do?
A Production Assistant (PA) is a critical part of any film set. A PA job is an entry level job, but the…
What is Crafty and Why Should You Provide It?
When you think of life on a film set, health and safety should be at the top of your list. Crafty is…
Camera types: What Kind Should You Use?
Something important for you to know before you even begin producing your film is what type of camera best suits your project….
What is a Best Boy on a Film Set?
If you’re beginning to produce your own film but realizing it takes more hands on deck than you originally thought, you should…
Do I Really Need Film Insurance?
Something that can easily be overlooked when producing your own film is the acquisition of film insurance. Whether you’re too excited and…
What Role Does a Producer Play?
Producers play an imperative role in your film, especially during the pre-production stages, but it’s important to remember what they do during…
Production Design Departments in Films
The production design department is an integral part of the filmic art, so in order for you to understand what it is…
