Production assistants, or PA, are the backbone of most productions. Their jobs aren’t full of glamor and glory, but these entry-level workers keep the film and television industry going. PAs assist other members of the production team by doing tasks…
Writing a compelling love interest
Writing a compelling love interest There are few stories as universally appealing as a love story. Even if you aren’t a big fan of the romance genre, so many wonderful stories have a romantic subplot that leaves the reader or…
Resource round up: free graphics
Canva Even if you don’t pay for Canva Pro, Canva has ton of free graphics that you can use for commercial use! You can also pay a one-time fee to use specific Pro graphics, or try their 30 day free…
How to write an opening scene
How to write an opening scene In my time as a writer, I’ve heard a lot of advice about how NOT to write an opening scene. Don’t start with your character waking up. Don’t start with your character looking in…
How to build a dopamine menu
Building a dopamine menu Do you ever find yourself aimlessly scrolling TikTok or Instagram? Maybe you’re not even really enjoying it, you just find that you’re struggling to look away. Most likely, that’s your brain seeking dopamine; aka the pleasure…
Setting up a cheap and healthy crafty table
Setting up a cheap and healthy crafty table When you’re making a low or micro budget movie, you might not have the cash to hire someone for crafty, but you still need to make sure to feed your people. Here…
How to build self trust
How to build self trust Self trust is a complicated thing. So many people doubt themselves, live with regrets, or don’t feel they have what it takes to follow through on their goals. It can take years to build a…