Posts by Matt Webb
20 Film Terms You Need to Know to Survive On-Set
20 On Set Film Terms You Need to Know A film set is a wacky place full of nicknames, strange film terms, and abbreviations. There have been so many days when someone has asked me to do something and I’ve enthusiastically responded “Copy that”, before realizing I don’t fully know what they even asked. Before…
Read MoreGuide to Surviving Your First Film Production
Guide to Surviving Your First Film Production So you finally got your production going or you just got hired on one. Here are some tips to help you survive your first film production. Top 15 Mistakes Most Beginner Filmmakers Make Beginners in the filmmaking industry are always making mistakes and this has led to boring…
Read More20 Cinematography Terms Everyone on a Film Set Should Know
20 Cinematography Terms Everyone on a Film Set Should Know Camera terms aren’t just jargon for one exclusive department to throw around like code as they shout at each other across the set. Everyone working on the film should be privy to them and use them day-to-day in order to get things done efficiently. Here…
Read More25 Grip and Electric Terms Everyone on a Film Set Should Know
Film School Essentials: 25 Grip and Electric Terms Everyone on a Film Set Should Know You will inevitably need something from the grips or electric department if you spend enough time on set. They will often be willing to help (if you ask politely and at a good time), but it always helps if you…
Read More5 Stages of Indie Film Production
Understanding the 5 Stages of Indie Film Production Film Production is created in 5 phases: development, pre-production, production, post-production, and distribution. Each phase has a different purpose, with the overarching goal to get to the next one, and ultimately on to distribution. Each stage varies in length, and different roles suit different stages. Sadly, some…
Read More10 Tips To Negotiate Your Rate Like A Pro
10 Tips To Negotiate Your Rate Like A Pro Learning how to negotiate is a learned skill for most. It is nerve-wracking and awkward, but necessary in the industry. For every job, you will have some kind of negotiation over pay rate and conditions. Negotiation for a job takes place with the Unit Production Manager…
Read MoreIFH 162: 7 Tips To Nail Your First Week On a Film Set
Please Note: Once you press play it will take a few seconds for the episode to start playing. 7 Tips To Nail Your First Week On a Film Set Your first week on a film set will be an intimidating experience. It takes time to find your feet and feels comfortable in such a unique…
Read MoreIFH 140: 6 Mistakes To Avoid Your First Day On a Film Set
Please Note: Once you press play it will take a few seconds for the episode to start playing. 6 Mistakes To Avoid Your First Day On a Film Set 1. Arriving Late If you’re not early, you’re late. I aim to get to work at least 15 minutes early each day on a film set.…
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