Yes, quite a nice Flash site.

Hi,

Thanks for the compliments.

I actually purchased my website from template-monster.com and then I modified the graphics, text, and frames myself.

They have a huge selection of Flash templates.

Good luck!

Norm

DV videographer needed in New York
 

I'm looking for a DV camera shooter to help me as a 2nd or third camera on some unique wrestling production shoots initially in Queens.If you have a good eye and your price is right this could quite probably lead to steady work and extensive travel including internationally (mostly in and around weekends).
You must have a decent Dv camera preferably a Canon XL-2 or Panasonic DVX100a or Sony PD170.
Editing and/or lighting knowledge is a definite plus. My fax is on the mend so you can respond here or just email me with some info at harborimages@optonline.net or at foxcam5@aol.com thanks-Tom

New website for anyone who wants to make movies!
 

I am new to this site since I am new to the world of owning a quality DV cam. I must say I already love it! The people so willing to help eachother and the community established here are wonderful to see. I feel like I could accomplish anything with my DV, even if I don't know how to do it... yet.

I am a co-founder of a website that we made in hopes of getting people together (similar to this) with the purpose of making little short films and submitting them for everyone to see. It is www.filmforall.com. Anyone is welcome to join. We post projects each month and anyone who wants can participate and then upload their short onto the website. Users (its free) can vote on their favorite and it will be archived to the website. We would like to see it grow because its something we'd like to share with alot of people, so anyone that is interested, has free time, likes making movies, wants practice etc feel free to join. I hope to see some new members from around the world someday!

Mitchell Stookey

Tried both emails but they bounced back.

the domain "optonline.net" is one of the biggest spammers I've ever seen! I blocked them in all of my email accounts. You might want to try a different email handler, they don't inspire much confidence.

Just a quick note, "optonline" is short for "Optimum Online": the ISP end of Cablevision--the cable company here on Long Island--and the only choice I've got for broadband (no DSL at my location, and too many trees for satellite, if I wanted it). It's ridiculously fast, if a bit expensive.

My point being, by blocking that domain, you're blocking an entire ISP's worth of email addresses, not just one email service. If you don't know anyone who uses it, I suppose it's no big deal, but still...

And I suspect the reason your emails bounced back, Jim, is because the "www." should not be at the head of an email address. Try getting rid of those, it might work.

Sorry to clutter the place!

Getting a budget. Advice please
 

Hi everyone. I'm not sure if this is the correct forum to post but here goes:

I am currently writing a script for a film that will hopefully be between 60 and 75 minutes and I hope to shoot around Summer/Autumn. My main concern at the moment is raising a budget. I can save around £3000.00 I think but I could do with more as a back up. Can anyone give me any advise as to how I can get together some more money for this? Bear in mind that I am an amateur, have no prior films to showcase so in all not a lot going for me, save for an unfinished script. I live in the UK also.

I have contacted several areas I wish to shoot in and have spoken to local councils, I've also contacted an actor to which I received a positive response and likewise a musician. For interior locations I may need to spend the bulk of my budget, it's too hard to say for sure.

I want to raise funds hopefully without going through any film institutes as many seem to be just too awkward and not guaranteed anyway and I still want to keep this as independent as possible. So if anyone has any ideas as to how I can go about this or cut costs altogether then I'd really appreciate any feedback.

Thanks,
Kev

Duh...of course.

Robert, thanks pointing out what I should have noticed.

Sorry folks for not being able to get through on the email addresses.Meanwhile I have a shoot on January 29th and some weekly cable show stuff coming up soon also.
Just post a reply if you're interested.-Tom

Hey Robert, thanks for the heads up on the "optonline" ISP.
For a long time it seemed every piece of spam I got was from somebody@optonline.net so I had to finally block the entire domain. Some ISP's like mine (cox) are very strict about email use. I hope they (optonline) have changed their rules because it isn't very fair to all their users who may now be blocked unknowingly.
Good info to know, thanks. I thought it had something to do with "Opt-online" as in, please spam me.

Bump. I freaking desperate at this point. I will also be willing to give a percentage of the profits should there be any.

Anyone From Sf Bay Area With A Fx1?
 

We are shooting a sci-fi short and really need a DP. Everything is set for early February shoot, except for camera. We got access to a DVX100 but we think a FX1 would look better and also it'll be better for green screening. Crew consists of both student and professional level talents. It'll be a high production value and fun project. Let me know if you have a sony FX1 and want to test your cam on our project. I'm alos willing to rent it if you offer a good price.

gino
ginodo@digi-do.com

Indie Horror Script For Sale - "Primal Myth"
 

PRIMAL MYTH

Sarah's life is shattered when her five year old daughter disappears in the woods. A year later she sees signs that her daughter might be alive - or is Sarah loosing her mind?



Genre: Horror



PRIMAL MYTH - Seeing is believing

The woods hide many secrets...

Some are hidden very deep...



SARAH lives a happy life with her husband, and their five year old daughter ERICA. Life is good. But Sarah's life turns into a nightmare when her daughter disappears in the woods.

A YEAR LATER she sees signs that her daughter might be alive - or is Sarah loosing her mind? When looking at the last photograph taken of Erica - they spot a dark SHAPE behind her in the photo. When she unravels the truth - the ultimate terror is unleashed!



The script is WGA registered, and designed for a small budget - few locations and characters.


If you want to read the script - contact: henke@nocashfilm.com (and I'll email it to you)

//Sarah's life is shattered when her five year old daughter disappears in the woods. A year later she sees signs that her daughter might be alive - or is Sarah loosing her mind? //

LOSING her mind. Not LOOSING.

It's a bad thing to have a typo in your log line.

I can't help you with specifics or how easy it would be to get your
foot in the door, but England seems to be the movie making capital
of Europe I'd say. Lot's of movie work going on there and there are
often Hollywood movies in production there as well.

So if I understand you correctly this is your first movie you are
going to make? In all honousty I would not make such a long
movie as your first one or consider raising money. In my opinion
both things are too high a risk for a first timer (no offense!).

My first movie to this date isn't even finished yet and that was a
short from a couple of minutes. My second movie is finished and
is also a short. From both I've learned so very much and one of
the main things was that it takes a LOT of time for even a short
to happen.

Doing a 60 - 75 minute movie is a MASSIVE undertaking that will
take enormous (think years, especially if it is your first) amounts
of time and usually money.

Why not let this script rest and do a couple of shorts first? This
should greatly help you to:

- try your complete workflow (writing, pre-production, actors/acting, shooting, editing etc.)
- learn what works and doesn't
- hopefully build some good shorts that can inspire people to fund you in the future for your bigger projects
- better estimate what kind of work you are looking at for your large movie both in time, people and money

I'm sorry I can't give you any specific directions for your budget,
but I really thought a strong warning was needed here.

Thanks!

Thanks Rob, that's good advice and I could well save me future headaches by keeping it short. The good thing is that my script is still at an early stage and I may be able to work it as a 30 minute film.

France is and always has been a great place to make films. Everything I've heard and read points that out. I'm pretty sure some of our members have actual experience over there. If I could I would move to France for a year or two just to make movies.

But like most of Europe, budgets are usually much smaller than in the US. Even for independents.

There is also a lot of TV being done for both the Euro and International market, so there is more than just features to check out.

Italy is a very political scene, with some strict laws about foreigners making features, but there are a surprising number of expat Americans living and making movies in and around Rome. At least thats what me son told me when he interned under Jon Jost a few years ago.

I know next to nothing about the former east block nations, but hear good things about the Czeck republic and Prague.

Good Luck.

Even 30 minutes is tough, trust me! But it is a much better goal.
Why not make some different (!) shorts first? Like (kinda) easy
to do things. Just a simple idea like "man sees someone steal
a purse and catches the thief" (lame I know, but you get the idea).

Something you can shoot in a weekend (if all goes well, heh) with
some friends.

Then create a script (either from the one you have now or a new
story) for a 30 minute movie and work your way up.

Better to create 10 short movies (15 minutes or below) then waste
a lot of time and money on 30 min. or longer films (ie, fail).

Lot's to learn!

Take a look at the articles I wrote on my first movie (the writing
isn't too great, but you get the idea):

http://www.dvinfo.net/articles/production/lohman1.php
http://www.dvinfo.net/articles/production/lohman2.php

For my second movie I made even more mistakes (and learned
tons). One of my primary locations was torn down in between
scouting and shooting which completely scrambled with my
shooting schedule (and yes, the movie greatly suffered because
of it).

Check the movie out here: http://www.ladyxfilms.com/theater/e14/episode_14.shtml

You can read at how this was all done and mistakes and so forth
in the following thread:
http://<a href="http://www.dvinfo.ne...adid=14250</a>

I was also an executive producer on the complete series which
limited my time to work on my own episode. This is what I meant
with time, it quickly takes a LOT of time to get everything done.

All the best with your efforts and lets us know how it goes. Would
be great to see your work!

Thanks Rob, I shall read and watch your stuff later tonight I have seen a lot of those Lady X films so it'll be interesting to see which one you did. Funny you should mention cops and robbers stuff and other shorts as I have some already written up but I wanted to shoot them in Japan the next time I'm over. They're only 1 or 2 minute pieces but I think they're funny and one is a little cop sketch. Trouble is I doubt I'll get my XL2 over there. I'll endevour to try though and in the meantime still finish my script as I'm confident in the story.

May I ask how old you are by the way? I'm 27 and I guess I have a strange desire to rush into things and accomplish something.

Ofcourse you may <g>. I'm just 27 as well, how is that for a
coincidence!? Why do you think your not going to get your XL2
into Japan? I would expect it to go smoothly. Do bring a copy
(or perhaps real, don't know what they want, inform with the
airlines in advance!!) of the receipt when you bought the camera
so they are not going to charge you tax in either Japan or when
you return to the UK.

It sounds like you have some (good) thoughts on some smaller
movies, I'd say go for it!

All the best!

I dunno Rob, maybe because I'm not sure about flying it over in the pelican case and dragging it around with me for two weeks. I would have liked a smaller bag to take onboard with me but can't really afford one and I plan on going around March, though I will try to get a new back by then. The other problem is getting permission to film in Japan, which I've tried to do but Osaka at least want more specifics and they've yet to reply back.

Hi, Folks...

Just wanted to update everybody:

I spoke with the first guy to respond to my post, and he's decided to come aboard and help me with the project.

I just want to say thanks a lot to everybody who offered to help! It was really great seeing how willing everyone here is to help someone out, even when the money is definitely on the short side.

As we complete the project, I'll post links to clips, trailer, etc. here before anywhere else.

Thanks again!

-Rusty-

Las Vegas Wedding
 

Hi guys,

Would like to find someone that would like to shoot a wedding in Las Vegas. Shoot with 3-chip mini-dv, two manned cams, about one hour total. No editing. I will edit in my studio.

Thanks
Ron

You got dates planned? You might find someone who will do it while on vacation there... I go once in a while...

HVR-Z1U (soon to be) owner looking for gigs as DP in Boston or LA
 

Hey everyone!

I've just pre-ordered the infamous HVR-Z1U, so I'll have it in mid-Feb. If any filmmakers are looking to get a short film or feature length done with this camera and wanna bring me on as their DP - please contact me.

I'm available anytime to travel, but I prefer Boston or LA. I will work very cheap and both you and I will be able to try out the latest HDV camera.

Thanks and contact information is on www.willowstudios.com -- let's talk!

Murph

the job was removed from mandy.com is it still available and what is it?

Well, it was a while back and was someone who wanted the world for $50.00. I should have copied it into that post. Below is another great thread about rediculous and demanding job offers and the knuckleheads who make them. Enjoy!

http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/showthrea...threadid=33082

need voice overs in South Florida
 

Anyone do pro voice overs down here? i'm in Pembroke Pines.
Thanks
Bruce Yarock
954-430-1616
yarock@aol.com

Looking for HD crew to film CA wedding 4/30
 

Hi,
Looking for a crew to film my wedding in central CA. Setting is outdoor at golfcourse, and then indoor/outdoor reception. Need two shooters each with a 720p cam, such as the jvc. Preferably someone who knows how to get good shots out of the cam. Of course a meal and drinks will be available at the reception.

Can I get two quotes? The first is for a finished and edited product in native format on hard drive.

The other price is for the raw footage unedited.

Already talked to DJ, and he will not allow you to tap into his equipment for sound... just so you know.
Let me know prices if you're available; sorry for short notice.
Thanks,
Bob C
bobbyc03@yahoo.com

I've got your man.
 

We have someone who does all of our VOs. He has this amazing, deep, booming voice. What are you looking for?

RB

Rick,
It's for a web comercial we did for our own business, about motorcycles.
Can I give you a call? if so, email your number.
Thanks
Bruce Yarock

It's on its way!

RB

Making DVD for graduating class
 

Hello,
I thought I'd share with everyone an idea I'm doing in my hometown that I think others could do and make some money with. I am making a DVD for the graduating class for the high school I myself graduated from. I have made a list of questions (What was your fav subject, fav teacher, best moment, where do you want to be in 10 years, what are your immediate plans etc etc) and will be interviewing every senior over lunch time for a week. They will also have 2 minutes to say whatever they want. Then each student can fill out a form picking 20 friends or people they want to be in their personalized dvd. It is like a video yearbook. I also will be purchasing some videos that the school video club made (such as a year end video) and sprucing up the dvd with that. I will be charging 15 dollars for the basic dvd and 20 picks of friends, and each individual person after that will be 0.25 cents. If you like the idea feel free to use it, and do it however you want! That's just how I am doing and the kids are very interested. I think I will sell one to almost every student. Hope someone else makes use of this too!

Watch out for copyrights on any borrowed footage. Let us know how many hours you put into this , how many DVDs you sell, and how much you make after expenses.

HMMMM, thats a good idea!

I had thought about doing a video yearbook for schools which would have required shooting at many, many events (proms, games, etc.). In the end I was too busy to put in all of that work. This idea seems much better and easier!

Copyrights
 

Lol, I highly doubt I'll run into copyright trouble. What I meant was I'll use the little videos the high school kids made for pep rallys and stuff, and then just give them some money so they can buy new software, tapes etc, for their video club just as a thanks. And I will keep you guys posted on how it plays out

Senior Editor FCP/AE Duluth GA
 

You didnt hear this from me.
DO NOT COPY my posting , and please dont quote me as a source for this.


We are looking for an Experienced (5 yrs) editor to operate our FCP Mac system with Cinewave, uncompressed video from BetaSP, After Effects, Motion, you name it. We are a corporation that does live shows once a week, road shows (edit video for last night- you know the drill) and promotional campaigns. Your creativity will undoubtedly butt heads with corporate conservatism- so be able to handle these politics.

The company is called Primerica, and we are located in Duluth, Georgia. Its a notheast suburb of Atlanta. Great place to live and work.

I have nothing to do with the hiring. If you are interested in the position and learning more about it, you can call and ask for our Human Resources office through our main number:
770-381-1000

Please say you heard this from a friend at the main office - or something like that.
Good luck guys,

Jeff P