Download or read book Jumpstart Your Awesome Film Production Company written by Sara Caldwell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-02-07 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Firsthand knowledge and advice on every aspect of forming a film production company can be found in this one source. Film production company owners, entertainment attorneys, accountants, and distributors answer the most commonly asked questions on forming and running a successful film production company. They provide proven tips for setting up shop, following a financial plan, working with investors, forming a marketing strategy, getting a film distributed, and more. Real-life anecdotes from a wide range of professionals from the production company trenches are both informing and entertaining.

Download or read book Making Short Films written by Jim Piper and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2006-05-01 with total page 563 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • Accompanying DVD of thirty short films offers an instructive mini film festival • Shows beginners how to make meaningful films without fancy equipment • Great for film students and independent filmmakers Want to make an art film, a documentary, a video biography? Here’s how to create real movies using consumer digital video format—without spending a lot of money or time. Author Jim Piper has taught filmmaking for more than thirty years—and along with his technical expertise, he brings entertaining anecdotes and great examples. His descriptions of more than one hundred student films, illustrated with three hundred stills, offer inspiration for beginners, and the accompanying DVD showcases thirty examples that comprise an intriguing and instructive mini film festival. Allworth Press, an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, publishes a broad range of books on the visual and performing arts, with emphasis on the business of art. Our titles cover subjects such as graphic design, theater, branding, fine art, photography, interior design, writing, acting, film, how to start careers, business and legal forms, business practices, and more. While we don't aspire to publish a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are deeply committed to quality books that help creative professionals succeed and thrive. We often publish in areas overlooked by other publishers and welcome the author whose expertise can help our audience of readers.

Download or read book Splatter Flicks written by Sara Caldwell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-09-07 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • Features dozens of detailed interviews with directors, producers, F/X pros, and more • Horror movies get better distribution deals—so they’re great for independent filmmakers • Entertaining and informative, packed with insightful and sometimes hilarious anecdotes. Everyone who’s ever longed to make their very own horror movie needs a copy of Splatter Flicks, a comprehensive guide that shows aspiring filmmakers exactly how today’s most successful creators of horror finance, produce, and market their films. Interviews with the creative geniuses behind such low-budget moneymakers as Dead Serious, Till Death Do Us Part, Scarecrow, and many others reveal such dark secrets as how to make a movie for $ 2,000, how to get the best shrieks from scream queens, how to capture fear on film, how to make the perfect monster...the list goes on and on—it won’t stop—make it stop—aaaaaahhhhhhh!!!!!! Yes, Splatter Flicks is horrifying...in a good way. Allworth Press, an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, publishes a broad range of books on the visual and performing arts, with emphasis on the business of art. Our titles cover subjects such as graphic design, theater, branding, fine art, photography, interior design, writing, acting, film, how to start careers, business and legal forms, business practices, and more. While we don't aspire to publish a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are deeply committed to quality books that help creative professionals succeed and thrive. We often publish in areas overlooked by other publishers and welcome the author whose expertise can help our audience of readers.

Download or read book Hollywood Dealmaking written by Dina Appleton and published by Skyhorse Publishing Inc.. This book was released on 2010-01-12 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to negotiating a deal for film, television, or new media that covers key players, terminology, option-purchase rights, creating employment deals, working out distribution deals and rights, specifying net profit and box-office bonuses, and other related topics.

Download or read book The Health Safety Guide for Film TV Theater Second Edition written by Monona Rossol and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-08-30 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This second edition has been expanded and updated to address new hazards, unique health and safety problems, and particular regulations that threaten anyone working in the entertainment industries today. Artists’ advocate Monona Rossol exposes the hazards of theatrical paints, theatrical makeup, pigments, dyes, plastics, solvents, woodworking, welding, asbestos, fog, and offers practical solutions to these dangers. No one working in the performing arts can afford to skip this handbook packed with life-or-death health and safety information.

Download or read book So You Wannabe on Reality TV written by Jack Benza and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2005-09-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are more than two hundred reality TV shows planned for this year alone. Millions of people have applied to be on these shows; only a handful have been chosen to compete and win big money. One of those chosen few is Jack Benza, and in So You Wannabe on Reality TV he lifts the veil of secrecy to reveal exactly what the experience is like—how to get cast, how to stay on top, how to win. First, the author tells exactly how to pass the audition—perhaps by creating a marketable “alter ego,” as he did. Once on the show, readers will need the amazing information on how producers rig shows, how cameras turn into confessionals, and how sex and alcohol are used as rewards. This one-of-a-kind book shows the real world of reality TV.

Download or read book Screenplay Story Analysis written by Asher Garfinkel and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-06-29 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sometimes it seems like everybody’s writing a screenplay. But who reads those screenplays? Professional story analysts, that’s who. Screenplay Story Analysis explains exactly how to become a professional story analyst. Along with a basic how-to on writing a story analysis—or "coverage"—this book explains the techniques and thought processes involved in reading and evaluating a screenplay. Get familiar with terms, techniques, and general story elements. Master standard coverage format and content. Find guidelines for practicing coverage and getting work as a professional story analyst. With a foreword by Craig Perry, producer of American Pie, Final Destination, and other successful movies, and quotes from industry pros from top entertainment companies including ABC and Paramount Pictures, this is the essential guide for breaking into the business. Allworth Press, an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, publishes a broad range of books on the visual and performing arts, with emphasis on the business of art. Our titles cover subjects such as graphic design, theater, branding, fine art, photography, interior design, writing, acting, film, how to start careers, business and legal forms, business practices, and more. While we don't aspire to publish a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are deeply committed to quality books that help creative professionals succeed and thrive. We often publish in areas overlooked by other publishers and welcome the author whose expertise can help our audience of readers.

Download or read book Scott Sedita s Guide to Making It in Hollywood written by Scott Sedita and published by SCB Distributors. This book was released on 2014-01-31 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scott Sedita’s Guide To Making It In Hollywood lays out everything an actor needs to know to launch a career in the entertainment capital of the world! Tapping into his 25 years of experience in the business, renowned Acting Coach, Author and TV personality Scott Sedita breaks down the Three Steps to Success -- Talent, Confidence, Perseverance -- and shows how these elements work together to build a successful acting career. Further, Scott takes a unique approach in highlighting the many Obstacles actors face when pursuing their dream in Hollywood. Scott explains how actors must identify and avoid the Three Steps to Failure -- Distractions, Addictions, Wrong Actions. With his bold, humorous, no-holds-barred approach, Scott guides the reader with practical, easily accessible advice as well as numerous Success Stories of famous actors he’s worked with and how they made it to the top!

Download or read book The Indie Producers Handbook written by Myrl A. Schreibman and published by Watson-Guptill. This book was released on 2012-02-08 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Myrl Schreibman has written a comprehensive and practical, step-by-step guide for organizing and running a film from pre-production through post-production and delivery. This invaluable resource provides fundamental tools to produce a more thorough, more organized, and more professional film production. Packed with engaging and useful anecdotes, Schreibman provides a superlative introduction and overview to all of the key elements in producing for film and television. Useful to film students and filmmakers as a theoretical and practical guide to understanding the filmmaking process, Schreibman fills his manuscript with practical examples from his considerable personal experience in the film industry. Loaded with insider tips to help filmmakers avoid the pitfalls of show business.

Download or read book Making Documentary Films and Videos written by Barry Hampe and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2007-12-10 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Outlines each step in creating documentaries, from conception to final film, and offers advice on capturing human behavior and recreating past events, with advice on how to get started in the field, a section on researching and developing a project, and current resources.

Download or read book To Pixar and Beyond written by Lawrence Levy and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2016-11-01 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A delightful book about the creation of Pixar from the inside . . . and like a good Pixar film, it’ll put a smile on your face.” —Andrew Ross Sorkin, The New York Times Winner, Axiom Business Book Award * Fortune Favorite Books of the Year Top Pick * Amazon Best Book of the Year in Business & Leadership After he was dismissed from Apple in the early 1990s, Steve Jobs turned his attention to a little-known graphics company he owned called Pixar. One day, out of the blue, Jobs called Lawrence Levy, a Harvard-trained lawyer and executive with whom he’d never spoken before. He hoped to persuade Levy to help him pull Pixar back from the brink of failure. This is the extraordinary story of what happened next: how Jobs and Levy concocted and pulled off a highly improbable plan that transformed Pixar into the Hollywood powerhouse it is today. Levy offers a masterful firsthand account of how Pixar rose from humble beginnings, what it was like to work so closely with Jobs, and how Pixar’s story offers profound lessons that can apply to our professional and personal lives. To Pixar and Beyond reveals how a struggling computer animation company became one of the greatest entertainment studios of all time. “[A] delightful book about finance, creative genius, workplace harmony, and luck.” —Fortune “Part business book and part thriller—a tale that’s every bit as compelling as the ones Pixar tells in its blockbuster movies.” —Dan Lyons, bestselling author of Disrupted “A natural storyteller . . . an inside look at the business and a fresh, sympathetic view of Jobs.” —Success Magazine

Download or read book Beginning Guide to Start Independent Production House How to Make Audio Video Movie and Advertisement Movie Production Music Production Music B written by Perry Anderson and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-02 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is a Production Company? A production company is a company that oversees the creation of a movie or music, TV commercials, documentaries, music videos or other media. They are there from start to finish during the process of making the product. The production company handles cinematography of a pic, sound effects of music and much more. Without the production company it's unacceptable to make an excellent pic or an excellent sound. They are needed by all who have plans to get their creative decisions out there and brought to life. The nice thing about these companies is that they will make sure the movie or song has some continuity with it. There are so many different separate parts to the company that it would be easy for it to all get mixed up on its own. The production company looks at the product, adds what is needed, and sends out a great piece that is put together perfectly. Getting Started As with any business it takes time, effort and diligence to start your own production company. It helps if you're focused on what you want to do and have ideas about what you want, both starting the company and long-term. Those who operate the most successful production companies are people who are go-getters, self-starters, and unafraid of failure. Office and computer skills are also necessary, and a professional attitude is needed. Having contacts in the industry is also very helpful, but you can do it on your own if you do not have these connections. It is no secret that most production work takes place in big cities like New York City, Los Angeles and Miami. If you live near one of these cities then you're business is more likely to succeed. You must be personable, creative and love movies, but it is going to take a lot more work than just sitting and watching a movie. You should be someone that wants to know the who's, what's and why's of that movie. You must be someone that loves to think about the fun and enjoyment that comes when you are actually on the set creating that action for an audience to see. Being able to write a script is not a requirement but it can certainly help you. In addition to these traits there are also numerous other tools that will be needed to ensure success with a production company. These tools will include things like: High-Definition camera Studio High-Quality microphones Good, quality sound system Quality lighting Movie/ Music Editing Software Computer Experience Employees Money In addition, it is essential that you, or someone else that is in business with you, keep a record of ideas, movie names, and thoughts regarding your business as well. A simple notebook can be used to record this information, or you can elect to use your PC, as long as you are able to access it quickly. Let's look a bit more in detail on what you will need to see some success with your production. For more information click on the BUY BUTTON!!!

Download or read book The Unemployed College Graduate s Survival Guide written by Bonnie Kerrigan Snyder and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-12-18 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Real-life advice for getting through the economic downturn. You've spent hundreds of hours searching and applying for jobs in your field, but you still haven't landed anything. What gives? Unfortunately, in today's market, it doesn't really matter how impressive your resume is or how well you interview--there simply aren't enough jobs for everyone. The Not-Yet-Employed College Graduate Survival Guide isn't just another career handbook. Inside, you'll find honest, real-life advice and strategies for dealing with the downturn in the job market. Since it'll be some time before the current economic climate changes, this book shows you how to switch your focus toward your immediate needs--such as paying off student loans and making rent each month--in order to alleviate the debt you've accumulated while in school. You'll also learn how to position yourself as a standout candidate when jobs arise with valuable exercises that sharpen your interview skills, professional online presence, and resume. With The Not-Yet-Employed College Graduate Survival Guide, you won't have to give up on your dream career to make ends meet today.

Download or read book The Screenwriter s Roadmap written by Neil Landau and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2012 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The potentially long and arduous journey of writing a screenplay was just made easier to navigate with The Screenwriter's Roadmap. This book keeps you on track and helps you to write a finished, professional quality screenplay. Neil Landau provides you with 21 Guideposts that will help you nail down your screenplay's story structure, deepen its character arcs, bolster stakes, heighten suspense and diagnose and repair its potential weaknesses. The Guideposts are augmented by interactive exercises, end of chapter "homework" assignments, examples from the latest blockbusters and over 20 interviews with some of Hollywood's most successful screenwriters and directors.

Download or read book The Business of Film written by Stephen R. Greenwald and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2022-10-27 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This updated third edition introduces readers to the business of film at every stage of the filmmaking lifecycle, from planning and production to financing, marketing, and distribution. Celebrated authors Stephen R. Greenwald and Paula Landry offer a practical, hands-on guide to the business aspects of this evolving industry, exploring streaming, development, financing trends, regional/global/online distribution, shifting business models, exhibition, multi-platform delivery, marketing, VR/AR, virtual production, accounting, and more. The book is illustrated throughout with sample financing scenarios and charts/graphics, and includes detailed case studies from projects of different budgets and markets. This new and expanded edition has been updated to reflect the new challenges facing the industry due to Covid-19 and how to navigate the new landscape of film financing and distribution. Other updates include coverage of new indie films and distributors, virtual production, the recent impact of global markets including the biggest streamers like Netflix, Apple and Amazon are how they are shaping the future of the business. This is essential reading for students looking for foundational knowledge of the film industry and guidance on how to successfully adapt to constant changes in the entertainment business. Extensive online support material accompanies the book including downloadable forms and templates, PowerPoint slides, quizzes and test banks, and other additional resources.

Download or read book The Ultimate Filmmaker s Guide to Short Films written by Kim Adelman and published by Michael Wiese Productions. This book was released on 2004 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More short films are being produced every year and new distributed channels, including the Internet, mean an ever increasing audience for them. This is a guide to the world of short film production, with all the tools needed to take an idea from concept to shooting script.

Download or read book Women Make Horror written by Alison Peirse and published by Rutgers University Press. This book was released on 2020-09-17 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the the 2021 Best Edited Collection Award from BAFTSS Winner of the 2021 British Fantasy Award in Best Non-Fiction​ ​Finalist for the 2020 Bram Stoker Award® for Superior Achievement in Non-Fiction Runner-Up for Book of the Year in the 19th Annual Rondo Halton Classic Horror Awards​ “But women were never out there making horror films, that’s why they are not written about – you can’t include what doesn’t exist.” “Women are just not that interested in making horror films.” This is what you get when you are a woman working in horror, whether as a writer, academic, festival programmer, or filmmaker. These assumptions are based on decades of flawed scholarly, critical, and industrial thinking about the genre. Women Make Horror sets right these misconceptions. Women have always made horror. They have always been an audience for the genre, and today, as this book reveals, women academics, critics, and filmmakers alike remain committed to a film genre that offers almost unlimited opportunities for exploring and deconstructing social and cultural constructions of gender, femininity, sexuality, and the body. Women Make Horror explores narrative and experimental cinema; short, anthology, and feature filmmaking; and offers case studies of North American, Latin American, European, East Asian, and Australian filmmakers, films, and festivals. With this book we can transform how we think about women filmmakers and genre.