Blackmagic Collective: Filmmakers on Filmmaking
41 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsFor filmmakers, by filmmakers: this podcast is a mix of panel interviews and one on one discussions on the craft and technique of Film & TV.
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The Script Supervisor - Director Relationship
March 09, 2023 21:20 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBWhat is the working relationship between a director and script supervisor? And what DO those script supervisor notes mean? BMC Filmmaker Advancement Initiative Fellows, Monique Sorgen (Dir., “Sorry, Not Sorry” / Omeleto) and Caryn Ruby (Script Supervisor, “Along Came Wanda” / Amazon Prime) will discuss the director/script supervisor relationship. Find out what they learned from each other during their recent collaboration on the short film, “Random Check,” and share Caryn’s actual script no...
The Art Of (Film) Podcasting
February 28, 2023 20:11 - 46 minutes - 43 MBHave you ever wanted to start a podcast or be a guest on one to talk about your film? Check out this episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackmagic-collective/message
What the Heck Do I Put in My Newsletter? - Email Marketing For Filmmakers | Wilmington NC Chapter
August 10, 2022 19:19 - 33 minutes - 31.2 MBWhy is it important for filmmakers to build an email list? What's the best way to get people to open your newsletter and actually read it? How to use email marketing to grow your career? Those questions and more will be answered during this informative session! Presented by the BMC Wilmington, NC Chapter with filmmaker and NC Chapter Lead, Kate E. Hinshaw! Watch the video version of this episode with the slides on what Kate is talking about here. From August 9, 2022. ** Guest: Kate E....
Women Behind the Lens | Female Cinematographers Panel with Michelle Lawler & Elle Schneider
July 22, 2022 18:25 - 52 minutes - 48.7 MBJoin us in a riveting conversation between esteemed female cinematographers on their journeys through the industry to level up in their career and what advice they have to give on working with department heads, conflicts on and off set, the joys of why they love their job and so much more. Tune in to hear the wealth of knowledge that these women have to share! Watch the video version here. From July 21, 2022. ** Keynote Speakers: Michelle Lawler (Hulu's THE DROPOUT, Apple TV's THE SH...
Atlanta. The New Hollywood | Are You Prepared to Succeed?
July 06, 2022 21:16 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBTune in for our first Atlanta Chapter City online event of the year! Find out what your first steps should be when you move to Atlanta, Georgia for filmmaking! You decided to make the move to Atlanta to pursue the next chapter of your filmmaking career; now what? Find out everything you need to know about how to plan for success and hit the ground running once you get there from joining Atlanta focused Facebook filmmaking groups to going to networking events to reaching out to any of thes...
Film Contracts, Legalities, & All Things Entertainment Attorneys Would Know - For the Indie Filmmaker
July 06, 2022 04:30 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBTune in to understand & ensure that you have all the contracts & paperwork you need to feel secure your project will be done correctly! What do you need to do, on the legal side, to make sure your film is ready for distribution? What do all those weird terms in the contracts for your film even mean? Entertainment attorney Chris Edgar will walk you through what you need to prepare before ever setting foot on set. From June 21, 2022. ** Guest: Chris Edgar, Entertainment Attorney / Composer ...
Post Production: From Planning in Prep to Saving the Film in Post | Microbudget Series Pt. 4
July 06, 2022 04:14 - 45 minutes - 42.4 MBTune in for Microbudget Series Event: Pt.4 to learn the ins & outs of doing post on a low budget turning & it into a high quality film! So you made it through production, but you are out of money, now what? Our filmmakers will talk about tips and tricks to get it done on a low budget but look high quality. Grab a pen and paper to note down how you can better plan and incorporate your post production crew during your pre production process so you can save money in the long run. From software...
Filming Your Feature in Under 15 Days | Microbudget Series pt. 3
July 06, 2022 03:57 - 55 minutes - 51.6 MBTune in for Micro budget Series Event: Pt.3! Learn all the tips & tricks on how to film your desired project efficiently & effectively. What are the most important things to consider to make a high quality film in a short time frame and on a limited budget? Our filmmakers have done it and will be sharing helpful insight. You don't want to miss this! From May 19th, 2022. ** Guests: Emily Aguilar, Director (IG and TikTok: @themomentEM) Jeannette Godoy, Director / Writer (IG: @jygodoydir...
How to Have the Most Successful Crowdfunding Campaign | Microbudget Filmmaking Series Pt. 2
July 06, 2022 03:54 - 52 minutes - 48.9 MBYou wrote your script, and it can totally be done on a microbudget, now what? Well, you have to raise some money for the basics like food, gear, and crew. If you don’t want to go the traditional route then Crowdfunding is a very viable option and we are going to chat with a top crowdfunding expert and the clients she’s helped successfully fund their films on crowdfunding platforms. Tune in for a conversation on everything you need to know about crowdfunding, plus get the latest tips, tricks ...
Screenwriting for Microbudget Films | Microbudget Series Pt. 1
July 06, 2022 03:39 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBSo you've decided you are going to shoot your first feature, or maybe you just want to shoot something that you can call your own beginning to end. However, you don't have a very big budget. Blackmagic Collective & Raindance have teamed up to bring you the Micro-budget Filmmaking Series. Part one: Screenwriting for Micro-budget Films! The first thing you must consider is the script. How do you write a script you can do on a micro-budget? What are the must do's and should do's? How do ev...
Southern Women in Indie Film
July 06, 2022 03:15 - 56 minutes - 52.3 MBOur Wilmington, North Carolina chapter is coming to you with a fun panel featuring Southern women in indie film. From the Eastern Carolina coast to the heart of Atlanta, women-identified and non-binary filmmakers have worked in the indie realm to bring southern grit to the big screen. Southern Women in Indie Film is a conversation between 5 filmmakers across the Southeast discussing their WILDLY SUCCESSFUL CROWDFUNDING campaigns, works in progress, and BUILDING COMMUNITY off the beaten pat...
Get to Know Your Grip & Electric Department
July 06, 2022 03:02 - 52 minutes - 48.8 MBWhat exactly is the Grip & Electric Crew? Who makes up the team, how does each role come in to play on a set, and how can you help your team help you? Tune in to get these questions and more answered with special guests Steve Mathis and Jason Andrew. From February 8, 2022. ** Filmmakers: Steve Mathis, Gaffer (Black Panther, Reservation Dogs, Moulin Rouge!) Jason Andrew, Key Grip (Spider-man, Thor, X-Men: First Class) ** Hosts: Jenn Page, Director / Producer John FK Parenteau, Pro...
The Man Behind the Camera of Netflix's Red Notice: Cinematographer, Markus Forderer, ASC
July 06, 2022 02:37 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBMarkus Forderer, ASC, most recently the cinematographer Netflix’s Red Notice, joins us for a conversation on film craft. We’ll chat everything from communicating with the director to covering action scenes to choosing a visual style. From January 27, 2022. ** Filmmaker: Markus Forderer ASC, Cinematographer (MarkusForderer.com) Host: Jenn Page, Director / Producer Podcast Producer: Kayla Marie Coates, Actor / Producer / Writer ** To learn more about Blackmagic Collective and everythin...
The Future of Filming Outside Los Angeles
July 06, 2022 02:27 - 55 minutes - 51.7 MBJoin us to check in with our film city chapter reps and tell their experiences of filming this year and what they hope for 2022! It's been a strange two years as we've tried to figure out how to work in a pandemic, but filmmakers are back to work. We'll check in with filmmakers around the country to see how they have been pulling off productions in the time of Covid, and their hopes for the future. From November 24, 2021. ** Filmmakers: Maurice Moore “Mō”, Founder of Motivate Pictur...
Making Scary Movies
October 29, 2021 20:54 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBIt’s that time of year, where we all look to get just a little frightened. But as filmmakers, what are the tricks to scare your audience? Join us for a conversation with acclaimed horror filmmakers David F. Sandberg (Annabelle: Creation) and Julian Terry (Don’t Peek) as we dissect (see what we did there?) what makes things scary! From October 28th, 2021 Want to see more? Check out Lights Out and Don’t Peek before the show! ** Guests: David F. Sandberg, Director / Writer Julian Terry, D...
How Film & TV Composers
October 14, 2021 21:05 - 52 minutes - 48.6 MBJoin us to find out all there is to know about composing for film and television! Stick around to get all your questions answered! How does the process of scoring a film or TV episode work, from the moment the composer gets a cut of the video to the moment they send the final music files? What's the best way for a composer to work with a director to ensure a smooth and effective partnership? How do filmmakers and composers go about finding each other? These and other burning film and TV m...
Foley & Sound Editors
September 16, 2021 23:35 - 52 minutes - 48.6 MBJoin us to find out all there is to know about Foley & Sound Editing! How do you achieve high-quality post-production sound despite being on a limited budget? How collaborative is the process of shaping a film’s sound design, and what are the steps involved? When is it appropriate to use library sound effects as opposed to custom-recorded ones? In this panel, these and other questions will be answered by experienced post sound professionals. From September 16, 2021. To learn more ab...
Short Film Distribution
August 28, 2021 02:34 - 52 minutes - 49 MBJoin us to find out all there is to know about Short Film Distribution! So, you made a short film, now what? Most filmmakers spend a hundred hours prepping, shooting, and editing their films only to just throw them up on YouTube and hope they get seen. There are so many more options at your disposal. Our panelists will give you ideas on how to not only get your film seen but use it as a way to get your next film made...and maybe even make some money along the way. From August 26th, 2021....
The Nuts & Bolts of Virtual Production
August 28, 2021 02:21 - 55 minutes - 51.8 MBJoin us to find out all there is to know about Virtual Production! It seems like everybody is talking about Virtual Production these days. It sounds like a magic bullet at times, and with shows like “The Mandalorian” and “Loki” (just to name a few) embracing this technology to create fantastic images, it’s hard to disagree. But how do we as filmmakers really use this new technology to our advantage? When is it the right time to consider virtual, and when is it a waste of money? Is it even ...
Filming Remotely
July 16, 2021 01:02 - 50 minutes - 47.1 MBProducing away from set: achieving high quality production while keeping the number of people on set to a minimum. The pandemic, and the cost of complying with on-set safety rules, have prompted many filmmakers to explore various strategies for remote production, from directing in another location all the way to remotely operating cameras and lights. In this panel, we’ll talk to filmmakers experienced in remote film and video production about the strategies and gear they use to achieve h...
Everything Cameras!
June 18, 2021 22:51 - 56 minutes - 52.7 MBJoin us to find out all there is to know about cameras, equipment, settings and more! We answered a lot of questions so grab a pen and paper to jot down notes. You bought a camera, you are ready to make something awesome, but you are a bit intimidated by settings and lenses and all that goes with it. Or maybe you don’t even know which camera to buy for your needs. Or maybe you are great with the camera but you want to take your skills further or even get experimental. Join us for an ask me ...
Studio Diversity Program Interview Prep with Carole Kirschner
June 04, 2021 01:43 - 55 minutes - 51.7 MBJoin us with Carole Kirschner as she conducts mock interviews with select fellows from our Career Advancement Diversity Initiatives! Any director or writer trying to break into television is painfully aware that one of the only ways to get in is through studio diversity programs. You spend hours (if not days) crafting the perfect application responses and most of the time you never even get the call. When you do get the call for an interview it's like winning the lottery, so you better be...
Film City Face-Off | Should you relocate and where?
May 21, 2021 17:18 - 53 minutes - 49.5 MBTune in to witness a battle between our five filmmaking city chapters where they will tell us the ins and outs of their location! What is the best city to shoot in? Which are the worst? Join us for a fun and informative discussion with panelists from Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Austin and New England as they share their filming experience and knowledge for their areas and others as well! Learn about locations, permits, incentives, as well as how to find cast and crew, and ask about ot...
Game Streaming: Video & Role-Playing!
May 07, 2021 16:05 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBJoin us to learn how gaming streamers make a career and provide the knowledge on what you need in order to achieve high-quality streams! The rise of Twitch, which has more than 140 million users per month, and similar streaming services, has made one thing very clear: people like to watch other people play games live, and interact with them while they do it. This is not only true for video games, but also for other types of games, such as role-playing and board games. How do gaming streame...
Game Streaming | Video & Role-Playing!
May 07, 2021 16:05 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBJoin us to learn how gaming streamers make a career and provide the knowledge on what you need in order to achieve high-quality streams! The rise of Twitch, which has more than 140 million users per month, and similar streaming services, has made one thing very clear: people like to watch other people play games live, and interact with them while they do it. This is not only true for video games, but also for other types of games, such as role-playing and board games. How do gaming streame...
Music Supervision | Script to Screen
April 08, 2021 20:23 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBWhether it's underscore or songs, how does the music for a major movie or TV show take shape during the project's journey from script to screen? How do music supervisors decide what music they want to use, and supervise the composition, recording and production of the music? How do you produce music with a high production value sound on a limited budget? If you want to work on some aspect of movie or TV music, whether it’s composition, performance, engineering, or something else, how do you ...
Making a Living as a Videographer
March 26, 2021 01:41 - 52 minutes - 48.8 MBFrom weddings to corporate to real estate, learn how filmmakers got started, got clients, and thrive as videographers. Join us for a panel discussion on how filmmakers have found ways to make a living as videographers. From weddings, real estate, corporate and everything in between, learn how they got started, get and keep clients, and thrive. From March 25, 2021. ** Guests: Shyah Zarrabi (Wedding Videography) Armen Tahanian (Real Estate Videography) Luisa Mendoza (Corporate V...
Motley Crue's Tommy Lee Gives Us His Inside Scoop On His Home Studio Set-Up, Plus We Dive Into Streaming at Home
March 16, 2021 20:45 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBTommy Lee + Streaming From Home (From March 11, 2021. Video Version Available.) Headlining Guest: Tommy Lee Tommy Lee may be famous as the singular drummer from classic rock band Motley Crue, but he is also an active music producer, writer and media producer. His home studio has evolved into an advanced system that allows him not only to provide high quality interviews for networks and outlets looking for his unique take on the world, but also helping him produce his newest album during ...
Live with Tommy Lee | Plus Streaming at Home
March 16, 2021 20:45 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBTommy Lee + Streaming From Home Headlining Guest: Tommy Lee Tommy Lee may be famous as the singular drummer from classic rock band Motley Crue, but he is also an active music producer, writer and media producer. His home studio has evolved into an advanced system that allows him not only to provide high quality interviews for networks and outlets looking for his unique take on the world, but also helping him produce his newest album during Covid. We’ll talk to Tommy about how he stays a...
Documentaries: authentic stories, reach wider audiences, and everything in between
March 16, 2021 20:42 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBA discussion with documentary filmmakers on how documentaries are creating their films, choosing their stories, and bringing authentic stories about disability to a wider audience. From September 24, 2020. ASL version available. ** Guests: Jenni Gold, Filmmaker Day Al-Mohamed, Filmmaker ** Host: Shannon DeVido, Actor / Producer Podcast Producer: Kayla Marie Coates, Actor / Producer / Writer ** To learn more about Blackmagic Collective and everything we offer and sign up visit http...
All Access: Inclusive Casting
March 16, 2021 20:39 - 48 minutes - 45.3 MBJoin us in this Episode for a conversation breaking down on the importance of authentically casting, common casting misconceptions, and more. From August 20, 2020. ASL version available. ** Guests: Bonnie Gillespie, Casting Director Michael Schwartz, Filmmaker Steve Way, Actor/Stand-up Comedian ** Host: Shannon DeVido, Actor / Producer Podcast Producer: Kayla Marie Coates, Actor / Producer / Writer ** To learn more about Blackmagic Collective and everything we offer and sign up vis...
Gear for Disabled Filmmakers
March 16, 2021 20:37 - 47 minutes - 44.4 MBThis panel is about making your gear work for you when you’re a filmmaker with a disability. Guests will discuss gear that is available that’ll help you focus on being creative rather than frustrated with lack of access. You’ll also hear stories of how other disabled filmmakers are getting their films made. From July 27, 2020. ASL version available. ** Guests: Shaina Ghuraya, Filmmaker Peter Renzullo, Filmmaker ** Host: Shannon DeVido, Actor / Producer Podcast Producer: Kayla Mari...
Ben Hernandez Bray, Stunt Coordinator / Director
March 16, 2021 20:33 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBJoin us for an informative discussion with Ben Hernandez Bray of how to work with stunts in your film, as well as how a boxer from the Valley worked through the system to become a feature film director. From October 15, 2020. Ben has a unique insight not only in to his work as a stunt coordinator but also as a self made director from the toughest San Fernando Valley neighborhoods. With a credit list that includes top shows like “Transformers: Dark Moon,” “Hot Pursuit,” and “The Blacklist”, ...
Jill Bogdanowicz, Colorist
March 16, 2021 20:32 - 54 minutes - 50.4 MBIn this episode, Jill Bogdanowicz (colorist for films like Joker and John Wick 3) will not only breakdown her approach to coloring a film, but also discuss her process of working with directors, developing styles, and other tips & tricks. From September 17, 2020. Host: John FK Parenteau, Producer / Writer Podcast Producer: Kayla Marie Coates, Actor / Producer / Writer ** To learn more about Blackmagic Collective and everything we offer and sign up visit https://blackmagiccollective.com/ ...
John Brawley, Cinematographer
March 16, 2021 20:32 - 54 minutes - 50.6 MBJoin us in this Episode for a conversation breaking down the art & tech of John Brawley's Cinematography work in film and TV. From August 13, 2020. Host: John FK Parenteau, Producer / Writer Podcast Producer: Kayla Marie Coates, Actor / Producer / Writer ** To learn more about Blackmagic Collective and everything we offer and sign up visit https://blackmagiccollective.com/ You can also join our Facebook Group to join in on discussions and connect with our filmmaking community at https:...
Distribution: Your Film is Finished, Now What?
March 16, 2021 20:31 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBYou've developed a great project, found funding, cast it well, filmed your masterpiece and have made it through post-production! Congrats, that is a feat in itself, but the work doesn't stop here. It's time for the world to see your film! In this final Filmmaker Series episode we'll break down the challenges of modern distribution in the indie market, and discuss how best to get your film seen. This will not be the typical 'trust a distributor' conversation. We'll learn from experts ab...
Everything Actors!
March 16, 2021 20:28 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MBIn this Filmmaker Series episode we cover attaching name talent to get funding, working with casting directors, and directing actors on set for both film & TV. From September 10, 2020. Guests: Kendra Castleberry is a Head CD at Castleberry/Murphy Casting. A TV, film and theatre enthusiast from a very young age, Kendra studied directing at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign before making the move to Los Angeles. Past casting credits include Facebook Watch’s Limetown, ABC’s Take ...
Prepping Your Film with Catherine Hardwicke
March 16, 2021 16:55 - 49 minutes - 46.1 MBPrepping your film properly and thoroughly can save you thousands of dollars, and days of headaches down the road. In this episode with Director Catherine Hardwicke (Twilight, Miss Bala) you'll learn how to breakdown your script, the difference between mood boards and a pitch deck, how to share a clear vision with all of your department heads, know what scenes need a tech run before shoot day, make the most of your budget, how to keep your team motivated from beginning to end, and more. Fro...
Everything Screenplays!
March 16, 2021 16:55 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB“The script is the most important aspect of the project.” There’s a reason we hear that ad nauseam. The failures of feature projects to even obtain distribution much less box office success often lies in the production team starting with a script that isn’t ready or just plain isn’t good. We know we must start with a good script, but do we know what makes a good script? Marketability? The Characters? The Story? And should we write it ourselves or find one? And where do we find one? Hear f...
Pitching Your Project
March 16, 2021 16:54 - 51 minutes - 48.1 MBThe Art of the Pitch. One of the most elusive parts of getting your movie made is figuring out how to get it funded. Whether you are trying to raise 10 thousand or 10 million the art of the pitch is the same. Learn from producers who have raised millions of dollars for films. Get the real scoop on how they meet investors, what they believe it takes to get investors to say yes, and what tools you should have ready at the get go. This episode is less about how to raise money and more about lea...
Forming a Production Company
March 14, 2021 19:23 - 1 hour - 62 MBWhether you are thinking of starting a production company to make your films or to bring in a steady flow of music or commercial clients this event is for you. Learn from those who have created successful indie companies from the ground up. Our guests include producers from the film and music worlds; as well as a tax specialist who can answer all your questions about which corporation entity is right for you and give insight on how the new AB5 law will affect all of us. From May 7, 2020. No...