For those of you who have used Movie Magic Budgeting and have had to create separate cost trackers using an Excel spreadsheet– you know what an absolute pain in the ass it is to transfer information from one document to another. For those of you who have no idea what the heck I’m talking about … Read more
I once had a Line Producer say they didn’t need to be on network calls because they weren’t involved with the creative. To that I say, “poppy cock”. The creative drives the production, and as far as you Ms./Mr. Line Producer are concerned ANYTHING that has to do with production concerns you. Network notes alert … Read more
If you want a job in television or film production, you’re typically going to start as a Production Assistant. Whether you advance toward your desired goal and move up the ranks has everything to do with how well you handle your first job as a Production Assistant. If you want to know what it takes … Read more
Pretty much every thing. 1. Designs and writes the production schedule 2. Writes a budget based on the creative and the schedule 3. Obtains insurance for the production 4. Hires all personnel and negotiates deals 5. Manages the pre-production process: Casting Sets built Wardrobe is purchased or designed DP is hired and works with the … Read more
There are several essential ingredients you’ll need to make it in television production. A certain somethin’somethin’ you must have that makes you stick-to-it no matter what. One of the key ingredients is never take ‘no’ as the final answer. Get the job done – whatever it takes. And no matter how hard the task – … Read more
If you over spend when you’re shooting and plan to make it up in post – to that I say – WTF? Because it’s NEVAH gonna happen. You don’t make money as you move along in your production cycle. You spend more money. The key to successfully staying on budget is planning and accurate cost … Read more