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Film

Fimmakers Jared Younger and Helen Newman, 2010
Film-makers Jared Younger and Helen Newman, 2010

There are many challenges involved in entering the world of film, so in these fact sheets experienced filmmakers discuss key aspects of filmmaking and marketing to guide you in overcoming these difficulties.

We outline how to shoot a low-budget short film including the various and sometimes complex legal requirements you need to meet. And when shooting is done, we show how you can manage your film’s post production at minimal cost.

A simple guide to launching your film into the film festival circuit is included to help you gain an understanding about a number of things you will need to consider at this stage. And we include a fact sheet to guide you in creating and maintaining an effective media campaign online to support your film.

Interviews

Dave Carter, fimmakerInterview with Bernie Clifford

Bernie runs his own production company, Bernzerk Productions, creating videos and films for corporate and individual clients, as well as film post production and documentaries.

Interview with Dave Carter

Dave knew from a young age that he wanted to be an animator.  Having been born Deaf may actually have been an advantage in following his passion.

Fact sheets

  1. Low-budget filmmaking

  2. Legal tips for low-budget filmmaking

  3. Social media and online marketing

  4. Entering the film festival circuit

Downloads

Fact sheet: Low-budget filmmaking (Word, 225KB)

Fact Sheet: Legal tips for low-budget filmmaking (Word, 385KB)

Fact sheet: Social media and online marketing (Word, 217KB)

Fact sheet: Entering the film festival circuit (Word, 229KB)