This week we continue the discussion on postproduction during lockdown and remote working. Nearly everyone we’ve spoken to has mentioned the pivot or transition to remote working, the “figure it out,” “make it work,” strategy. While it hasn’t been exactly easy or perfect, postproduction seems to have weathered the storm with their flexibility and ingenuity…. Read More »
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This week @guidetofilmtvpost interviewed our postproduction colleague at a major studio. JC’s official title is sound recordist, but he wears many hats and is a member of IATSE, the Motion Picture Editors Guild. He describes a pre-covid “normal workday” as crazy long drives to and from work, lines of cars to get into the studio, upon… Read More »
Here are some skills that seem to pop up quite a bit in the search for postproduction jobs. Always good to have a heads up in your search. Leadership and the ability to make crucial decisions, this could make or break a film, and can create important ongoing trust and relationships which will need to… Read More »
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Know Your Workflow
Workflow is the sequence of process by which work is completed. Understanding the chain of custody of your content will help your production and postproduction run smoother. More times than not, filmmakers get stuck in a kind of limbo between production and postproduction which can become costly time wise, financially and mentally, putting a major… Read More »
On set production is divided into zones and sub zones, restricting groups to smaller numbers (i.e. cast who cannot wear PPE and those working directly in contact with them; wardrobe, hair, make-up, DP, director, sound, camera, script supers, dolly grips, background talent, etc.) This also affects the amount of time crew can be on set… Read More »
As of this date the facilities we have contacted are up and running with restrictions. You must organize and communicate with your account manager about your schedule. Film laboratories are developing and printing but, on a reduced schedule. The facility needs to be informed of your timelines and deadlines. You must be flexible and change… Read More »
Successful post production starts with an organized schedule and strict budget during your film’s prep, bids from reputable post facilities, and the willingness to change it all on the fly. Businesses closed, opened, and closed again, social distancing, global lock downs, reduction of services, and new guidelines all play havoc with finishing your project. The motion picture… Read More »