production

Casting Call

I recently started producing an independent short narrative film. One of my many jobs includes posting this casting call on a number of sites, going through submissions, arranging an audition schedule and finding a place for auditions. At this point, we just about set with some great actresses who are interested in the movie. Here's the casting call I put out last weekend.

CASTING CALL:

WE HAVE OUR WAYS is now casting for two roles. WE HAVE OUR WAYS is directed by award-winning director Dawn Jones Redstone of Sista in the Brotherhood written by Kjerstin Johnson, former editor in chief of Bitch Magazine, and produced by Christian Henry, a television writer and producer for a network affiliate of NBC. This film is funded by the Regional Arts and Culture Council.

SYNOPSIS: In a dystopic near future, two women of color struggle to navigate healthcare, state violence, and reproductive justice.

Abigail
Early 20’s, African American female
Young student who lives with her older, wiser cousin Regina. Abigail finds herself in a bind, and must rely on her cousin to get the help she needs. Abigail feels helpless in the face of something huge and dangerous, but perseveres without knowing what the future holds.

Mari
20’s, female, Latina
Young healthcare worker at an underground clinic. Her job is stressful enough as it is, but when her coworker gets arrested and clients still need her, she must make a decision about what she’s willing to do for others. Actor appears in single critical scene, must be able to cry.

Production title: We Have Our Ways
Union / Non-Union: Non-Union
Production Type: Independent
Project length: Short Film
Posted on: June 24th
Director: Dawn Jones Redstone
Producer: Christian Henry
Writer: Kjerstin Johnson
Audition Location: NW Film Center
Shooting Location: Portland
Submit headshots, resume & reel (if available) to: whowfilm@gmail.com
Compensation: Yes

KEY DATES
Auditions:
July 8th 9:30am - 2pm
(Time slots will be given out)

Shooting: 
Aug. 19th & Aug. 26th
Abigail will be needed for both shoot dates.
Mari will be needed for one shoot date, at night.

Researching a new rig

Some of the videos I watched on youtube to help me find an affordable rig to allow for smoother handheld shots for an upcoming project. There are also a number of DIY options. I ended up buying the Spider Steady. It cost me about $40 and has a few different setups. 

And the video below is just a cool setup that came out of the recent NAB Show. IT had no bearing on what I ended up purchasing because this is expensive... but it looks fun.