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The Film Production Resources List
An attempt at cataloging useful repositories of knowledge. Over 100 links to government agencies and Industry standard websites.
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Kaizen – The art of continuous improvement
In business, kaizen refers to activities that continuously improve all functions and involve all employees from the CEO to the assembly line workers. Let’s explore how this concept can be applied to video production.
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The big cost tracking problem of small shows
Cost reporting can be difficult, especially for production companies that output content daily. Together, let’s dive into the issue to find process and technology-driven solutions.
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Post Production Workflow
Not too long ago, a friend with Line Producing experience was offered a job as a Post Supervisor. We sat down together and went over the various steps of the process. Here is a visual guide to help you with your first post production job!
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Lock your data
Today, digital records have taken over in most areas of our lives…except in our industry. Filling out a paper start form, a timecard, or receiving a paper check is still far too common. In this article, I want to explore the reason behind our outdated practices and the options we have to change this status quo.
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Why you should be doing your freelancers’ paperwork
Usually, when you ask someone to fill out some paperwork, it’s because you need their information. But unless you have the perfect tool to get these forms filled (good luck on making that considering the complexity of payroll in the new media industry), you are going to spend some time Read more…
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Workflow – Automated document creation
When we deal with freelancers, we keep lists. That’s what makes the most sense. But we also need people to sign documents. I’ve seen a lot of people typing someone’s information twice because of that. Not only is this a waste of https://buycbdproducts.com but it also invites typos (we’re all Read more…
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Seamless communication
Along with great tools, communication is what makes the difference between a well executed show and well…a shitshow. There’s either a lack of communication, bad communication, or straight up no communication at all (flashback to me getting hired as a 2nd AD, getting no prep, arriving on set and getting Read more…
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Workflow – Less filing, more tracking
No one likes filing. It’s time consuming and doesn’t add any value to the production. But, we’ve all received that call from a random crew member, 6 months after wrap, inquiring about a check for $42 and 3 peanuts that might not have been cut. And that’s when filing pays Read more…
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Workflow – New projects
One of the key issues with new media production companies is the sheer amount of unique projects. Each project needs to be recorded somewhere and referenced for each cost impacting it. Based on my experience, here is a good workflow to keep track and make projects accessible: Project initiation Set up an Read more…