Preparing for a film entails more than just pre-production. Learn about what you can do to prep yourself physically and emotionally to make sure you and your film are in top form.

No two days are alike as a filmmaker. Discover what Elizabeth and Duncan’s schedules look like as they juggle their various projects.

How do you turn your passion into a living? Elizabeth and Duncan share their experiences working more traditional jobs while pursuing their dreams.

In this episode, Elizabeth notes that she was inspired by Elizabeth Gilbert’s book Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear, available through Amazon and other booksellers: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Magic-Creative-Living-Beyond/dp/1594634726

In the filmmaking process, the most important thing between team members is always communication. Learn how to prevent miscommunication on set to bring your shared vision to life.

In this episode, Duncan mentions Artemis Pro as a helpful tool for pre-production. To learn more, go to https://www.chemicalwedding.tv/app%20Pages/artemisPro.php or download the app on the App Store or Google Play Store.

What is the most important thing on set? Find out as Elizabeth and Duncan discuss how to keep morale up among cast and crew and reminisce about some set mishaps.

There are several ways to assemble crew for a film. Elizabeth and Duncan share their experiences with networking to find crew for their past projects.

In this episode, Duncan explains how using ShareGrid helped him find equipment, events, and fellow filmmakers. To learn more, go to https://www.sharegrid.com/losangeles

Elizabeth is also a proud member of Women in Media, which she cites as a valuable networking resource in this episode. To learn more about this organization, go to https://womennmedia.com

Learn how to balance between self-confidence and humility while working with egos in Hollywood.

From glamorous award shows to small screenings, Elizabeth and Duncan break down the different levels of film festivals and various benefits of attending.

Here is a comprehensive list of every film festival Elizabeth and Duncan discuss in this episode:

Worldfest: https://worldfest.org

Sundance: https://www.sundance.org/festivals/sundance-film-festival

Cannes: https://www.festival-cannes.com/en/

Venice International Film Festival: https://www.labiennale.org/en/cinema/2020

The Oscars: https://oscar.go.com

BAFTA: http://www.bafta.org

Gotham Awards: https://gotham.ifp.org

Digital Hollywood: https://www.digitalhollywood.com

Cinequest: https://www.cinequest.org

Traverse City: https://www.traversecityfilmfest.org

Elizabeth and Duncan weigh the pros and cons of film school in comparison to other avenues into the film industry, and emphasize that regardless of your path, networking is essential.

Everyone makes their own Hollywood, populated with people of all experience levels and produced with budgets of all sizes. Elizabeth and Duncan stress the importance of story and the endless opportunities available to make your film ideas a reality.

In this episode, Duncan discusses participating in the 48 Hour Film Festival. To learn more, go to https://www.48hourfilm.com/home