I have been quiet these past two months, but now I am back. I’ve had this blog for several years, and I’ve been unsure how to make it relevant and keep it exciting in 2023. I want to make sure my blog continues to provide advice for people entering the film industry. So, I am making two changes for this year. First, I will post new weekly blog posts that help everyone find work worldwide in the film industry. Second, I am launching a new paid newsletter for UK Filmmakers.     What’s the UK Film Jobs Newsletter? UK-based filmmakers can access my film jobs newsletter. UK Film Jobs is ..read more

Have you made a short film this past year?  Sony Future Filmmaker Awards is a new free to enter awards program for independent filmmakers. The initiative is open to all filmmakers worldwide, and you can submit short films from 5-20 minutes long. The competition gives filmmakers access to the film industry and valuable insight from leading experts. Plus, if you're one of the 30 successful winners, you will attend a filmmaker workshop in Los Angeles. There are also cash prizes and free equipment up for grabs.  To win, submit your short film to Sony Future Filmmaker Awards bef ..read more

Best short film festivals free submission 2022. Do you have a short film that's ready for a film festival? If you are a student or beginner filmmaker, then your first step is to enter local or free film festivals. The major film festivals are very competitive, and it's unlikely they will accept films by newcomers with a low budget.  One way to find short film festivals free submission 2022 is through Film Freeway. This site lists worldwide festivals and makes it easy for you to search and enter film festivals online. I have had a search through their database and selected the ten bes ..read more

Best screenplay competitions UK, USA and worldwide By entering a script competition, you increase your chances of agents, managers and producers reading your screenplay. A win at a major script competition can launch your screenwriting career, and a runner-up award can look impressive on your screenwriter CV. The only downside of entering a script contest is that sometimes they have a high entrance fee. Therefore, you will need to have a budget and create a distribution plan, so you don’t enter too many competitions. In addition, some competitions out there only exist to take your money. So, i ..read more

Short Film Script Ideas This is a guide on how to come up with ideas for your short films. Below you can find a list of prompts & resources that might help spark ideas. Your short film script ideas can come from anywhere. There is no right or wrong way to find ideas and turn them into stories. In the past, I have got story ideas from personal life experiences, watching other films, and of course, my imagination. But how you find your ideas are unique to you! I also like to have a notepad by my desk to jot ideas down whenever they come. In addition, I make notes on my phone throughout the w ..read more

Oliver Efesopoulos is the CEO of Filmshape, a new social media app for filmmakers. The app aims to make collaborating and networking easier for filmmakers, creators and actors.  In this interview, Oliver discusses why he created Filmshape, how the app can help student filmmakers and his plans for the future.     How did you start your career? I'm from a background of Cypriot and Irish descent. I studied for my degree in digital media at Bournemouth University in the UK. I co-founded a company, Filmshape, with one of my closest friends, Viktor Petrov, who is the CTO. W ..read more

Film Feels is a UK-wide film program taking place within independent cinemas and online this summer.  This year the theme is CURIOUS, chosen to bring people together now as we emerge from the worst of the pandemic. In addition, this year will see both a collection of archive BFI films and cinematic classics.  This post will list what films are showcasing in June and July 2022 and where they are screening. Have a look to see what films are screening close to you, and you can always get involved by watching online.   *This post is sponsored by Film Feels Curiou ..read more

Audiio is a music and SFX licensing platform that grants you access to thousands of high-quality songs and special effects.  As a filmmaker or content creator, you need permission to use everything that appears in your videos. This includes song lyrics, background music, and sound effects. Audiio makes your creative process easier. For a flat-rate fee, you get a license that covers all video platforms in the universe! This post will review Audiio and break down the benefits of subscribing. Also, you can get 70% off all music and sound effects by using my code NEW2022&n ..read more

Sometimes I feel like a hypocrite because I write a blog about filmmaking and no longer work in the industry. I encourage people to follow their passion, albeit with an honest perspective. I’ve never lied about the long work hours, the competitive nature of the business or just how tough a workday can get. Still, when I reply to messages from student filmmakers, I feel torn between enthusiasm for my old passion and a frantic voice inside that wants to scream, get out while you still can. The film industry has been going downhill for the past ten years, at least ever since digital became the no ..read more

One of the most popular questions filmmakers ask is should I go to film school? To make your decision even harder for everyone that says it’s a waste of time, another will tell you it’s essential. Below is a list of the five best film schools in Los Angeles and answers to the top film school questions. To create this list I have gone off reviews and official rankings. This list has also been updated for upcoming 2022-2023 applicants. Top Rated Film schools in Los Angeles (Contents)  American Film Institute, AFI California Institute of the Arts, CAL The University of Southern Ca ..read more