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Gratitude & Growth -- Thank You Subscribers!

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Taking a Gamble on the American Film Market

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Nov 15, 2024 •

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Meet John Allen, Editor

🎭 Pro Spotlight: Editor John Allen talks about why you need to plan ahead for post production.

Nov 8, 2024 •

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Is Woodstock Film Festival the New Sundance?

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Oct 25, 2024 •

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Meet Sarah Cogan, Production Designer

🎭 Pro Spotlight: Sarah Cogan talks about why design isn't a luxury in filmmaking; it's a requirement.

Sep 27, 2024 •

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Meet Dorottya Máthé, Producer

🎭 Pro Spotlight: Dorottya Máthé learned early in her career that knowing how to pivot is a secret of success.

Jun 28, 2024 •

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Meet Stephanie Dawson, Producer

🎭 Pro Spotlight: Stephanie Dawson, who worked her way up from Production Assistant to Producer, offers advice to those early in their careers.

May 31, 2024 •

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Meet Brian Newman, CEO of Sub-Genre Media

🎭 Pro Spotlight: Brian Newman is a guru for filmmakers, producers, distributors and branded content creators from around the world.

Apr 19, 2024 •

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Behind-the-Scenes Hero: Makeup Artists & the Art of Creating Art on Humans

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Feb 13, 2024 •

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Hollywood's Hidden Heroes: Why Your Favorite Shows Need Production Accountants (More Than Ever!)

🎭 Pro Spotlight: From Prep to Post, Nicole Bukowski Accounts for Every Dime. By Jane Applegate, Showbizing Co-Founder

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