Producers' Happy Hour

What are the realities of truncated production schedules, tight budgets, and the fact that crews have many jobs to choose from?

Today we dive in to all the facts that need to be considered when accepting a job that has less prep time than it should. Including your own capacity to do your best work in today's fever-pitch industry!

Topics: Scheduling, AICP, Budgets, Honesty

Dive deeper with us on show topics and interview guests, while staying up to date on Industry News and all things that affect our jobs and our industry. Join our Happy Hour Here!

Credits
Christopher Daniels - Branding & Design Specialist
www.misterstyles.com

Kyle Puccia - Music Composer
www.kylepuccia.com

Eric Beels - Editor
www.difmix.com

Follow The Hosts
Sister Christian
www.sisterchristianproduces.com

Lawrence T. Lewis
www.lawrencetlewis.com
Lawrence is also a professional Voice Over Talent and Actor. Listen to his VO reels here: www.voiceoflawrence.com

Connect with Us!
www.producershappyhourgroup.com

Let's get back to basics, as we talk about what it takes to get work in 2021. Spoiler aloert... don’t let pride get in the way. Oh, and don't forget to shake the tree! We explain what that means and more in this episode.

Topics: Career, Self-care, marketing

Dive deeper with us on show topics and interview guests, while staying up to date on Industry News and all things that affect our jobs and our industry. Join our Happy Hour Here!

Credits
Christopher Daniels - Branding & Design Specialist
www.misterstyles.com

Kyle Puccia - Music Composer
www.kylepuccia.com

Eric Beels - Editor
www.difmix.com

Follow The Hosts
Sister Christian
www.sisterchristianproduces.com

Lawrence T. Lewis
www.lawrencetlewis.com
Lawrence is also a professional Voice Over Talent and Actor. Listen to his VO reels here: www.voiceoflawrence.com

Connect with Us!
www.producershappyhourgroup.com

We are not out of our slumber yet, but we had to jump in today and talk about the latest news from SAG-Aftra and other organizations who are urging Advertisers to halt commercial production in Southern California.

We have reached out to SAG, JPC, PGA, and AICP and we haven’t heard from anyone except the PGA and they declined to comment.

Joint Statement from JPC, SAG-Af
http://www.jointpolicycommittee.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Statement-re-COVID-Production-Pause-SoCal-02.pdf

AICP Response
https://www.magnetmail.net/actions/email_web_version.cfm?ep=LhVCCGuLiJSExCTIxIg_RXuJ5a86kQu_5m3ztCUL85VvVfjtdzH6M71RDtIl_cMzSiT-0y3V-KmQWwqwMAnv18fU20i3YAiJ1MYhJnA7gwJNSdS9ITypx9Bf_pcaxTy_

Deadline Article
https://deadline.com/2021/01/sag-aftra-pga-jpc-halt-production-southern-california-1234663393/

Surging Virus Prompts Call to Halt In-Person TV and Film Production
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/01/04/arts/television/sag-aftra-tv-movies-virus.html

LADPH Urges Film Industry Vigilance to Help Contain Covid-19
https://www.filmla.com/ladph-urges-film-industry-vigilance-to-help-contain-covid-19/

Film LA Response
https://www.filmla.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/FilmLA-Media-Advisory-122920-1.pdf

Topics: Covid-19, Work Stoppage, SAG, PGA, Unions, FilmLA

Dive deeper with us on show topics and interview guests, while staying up to date on Industry News and all things that affect our jobs and our industry. Join our Happy Hour Here!

Credits
Christopher Daniels - Branding & Design Specialist
www.misterstyles.com

Kyle Puccia - Music Composer
www.kylepuccia.com

Rob Bluemke - Sound Mixer & Editor
www.robertbluemke.com

Follow The Hosts
Sister Christian
www.sisterchristianproduces.com

Lawrence T. Lewis
www.lawrencetlewis.com
Lawrence is also a professional Voice Over Talent and Actor. Listen to his VO reels here: www.voiceoflawrence.com

Connect with Us!
www.producershappyhourgroup.com

In This Episode: Part Two with Perry Schaffer & Michael Porte of Wheresspot

This is our last episode for 2020. What a wild ride indeed. Thanks to our team and our interview guests for keeping us connected to our filmmaking community.

We continue our interview with Perry & Michael of Wheresspot.com and we give you the summary of the new AICP agreement with the unions that aims to standardize Covid Testing.

Synopsis of AICP agreement with unions for Covid Testing & Compliance standardization.
https://images.magnetmail.net/images/clients/AICP//attach/AICPCOVID19MultiUnionSafetyAgreementSummary_FINAL_120420_3.pdf

Interview Guests
Perry Schaffer
Michael Porte
www.wheresspot.com

Topics
Covid-19, Community, Commercials, Agencies, AICP, Unions, Testing

Do The Work
Educate yourself on systemic racism, and how you play a part, and what to do about it.
https://www.producershappyhour.com/do-the-work

Take Action
www.producershappyhour.com/take-action

Credits
Rob Bluemke - Sound Mixer/Engineer
Show Editor
www.robertbluemke.com

Christopher Daniels - Artwork Design
Creative Director & Treatment Designer
www.misterstyles.com

Kyle Puccia - Music Composer
Film & Theater Music Composer
www.kylepuccia.com

Follow The Hosts
Sister Christian
Insta: @sisterchristianrocks
Website: www.sisterchristianproduces.com

Lawrence T. Lewis
Insta: @lawrenceltl
Producing: www.lawrencetlewis.com
Voice Over: www.voiceoflawrence.com

Follow The Show
Website: www.producershappyhour.com
Insta: @producershappyhour
Facebook: producershappyhourgroup.com
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/groups/13819792/

Share Your Story
Email: [email protected]

In This Episode: Perry Schaffer & Michael Porte of Wheresspot

Community has never been more important in all aspects of our lives. It's what inspired us to start the podcast even before the pandemic hit. Now we rely on our filmmaking communities to help share information and ideas about working in this new landscape.

Perry Schaffer and Michael Porte have also created a community that does exactly that. Wheresspot.com is a place for all kinds of folks in the film industry to swap ideas and share information. This is Part 1 of our two-part interview with them.

City of Los Angeles Safer at Home Order - 12/2/2020
https://www.dropbox.com/s/yesex62ju3egiyc/20201202%20Mayor%20Public%20Order%20Targeted%20SAH%20Order_1%20flat.pdf?dl=0

AICP issues a summary of the Commercial Union contract which sets standards for Covid-19 testing on film shoots.
https://www.magnetmail.net/actions/email_web_version.cfm?ep=SFvZZKz-XxdfmcCNd75pZPcrhE3TXnbv2Ungeici_VSwVYobmBsUfYwREAGwUctpOfDnRGMvsgx0T7hVGKRcQX_RVPlRDiIx2cl99QlFhgPp58c8G06_4QQ1DCp3KyoE&fbclid=IwAR3MOeNUyHE2BnVN-7IW3jJPE8hRNlTt26gQ8eUrbESjnENz8lb9dr5pbhg

Interview Guests
Perry Schaffer
Michael Porte
www.wheresspot.com

Topics
Covid-19, Community, Commercials, Agencies

Do The Work
Educate yourself on systemic racism, and how you play a part, and what to do about it.
https://www.producershappyhour.com/do-the-work

Take Action
www.producershappyhour.com/take-action

Credits
Rob Bluemke - Sound Mixer/Engineer
Show Editor
www.robertbluemke.com

Christopher Daniels - Artwork Design
Creative Director & Treatment Designer
www.misterstyles.com

Kyle Puccia - Music Composer
Film & Theater Music Composer
www.kylepuccia.com

Follow The Hosts
Sister Christian
Insta: @sisterchristianrocks
Website: www.sisterchristianproduces.com

Lawrence T. Lewis
Insta: @lawrenceltl
Producing: www.lawrencetlewis.com
Voice Over: www.voiceoflawrence.com

Follow The Show
Website: www.producershappyhour.com
Insta: @producershappyhour
Facebook: producershappyhourgroup.com
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/groups/13819792/

Share Your Story
Email: [email protected]

In This Episode: Office PA Karen Lo and more Coronavirus Restrictions

Being an Office PA is a thankless job, but an essential element to a smoothly running production office. Today the job has shifted and changed. Working from home, dealing with new safety guidelines, and more. We chat with Office PA Karen Lo about her experience working during the pandemic.

New York City to Close Public Schools Again as Virus Cases Rise
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/18/nyregion/nyc-schools-covid.html

LA County officials to enact business curfew, other restrictions on Friday amid 'dangerous point' in COVID pandemic
https://abc7.com/los-angeles-covid-la-curfew-coronavirus-update-california/8050684/

California Travel Advisory for Non-Essential Travel
1. Persons arriving in California from other states or countries, including returning California residents, should practice self-quarantine for 14 days after arrival. These persons should limit their interactions to their immediate household. This recommendation does not apply to individuals who cross state or country borders for essential travel. [2] 

2. Californians are encouraged to stay home or in their region and avoid non-essential travel to other states or countries. Avoiding travel can reduce the risk of virus transmission and bringing the virus back to California.

Interview Guest
Karen Lo

Topics
Covid-19, Office PA, Restrictions, Testing Results

Do The Work
Educate yourself on systemic racism, and how you play a part, and what to do about it.
https://www.producershappyhour.com/do-the-work

Take Action
www.producershappyhour.com/take-action

Credits
Rob Bluemke - Sound Mixer/Engineer
Show Editor
www.robertbluemke.com

Christopher Daniels - Artwork Design
Creative Director & Treatment Designer
www.misterstyles.com

Kyle Puccia - Music Composer
Film & Theater Music Composer
www.kylepuccia.com

Follow The Hosts
Sister Christian
Insta: @sisterchristianrocks
Website: www.sisterchristianproduces.com

Lawrence T. Lewis
Insta: @lawrenceltl
Producing: www.lawrencetlewis.com
Voice Over: www.voiceoflawrence.com

Follow The Show
Website: www.producershappyhour.com
Insta: @producershappyhour
Facebook: producershappyhourgroup.com
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/groups/13819792/

Share Your Story
Email: [email protected]

In This Episode: FilmLA Permit Numbers & New NY Restrictions

While Covid-19 cases spike again, NY sees new restrictions. FilmLA permit numbers are less than half they were this time last year. Thanksgiving is around the corner... what does this mean for you and your families?

New York to impose curfew on restaurants, bars and gyms as Covid worsens across the U.S.
https://www.cnbc.com/2020/11/11/coronavirus-new-york-to-impose-curfew-on-restaurants-bars-and-gyms.html

Los Angeles County Coronavirus Update: Officials Report More Than 2,150 New Cases As County Remains In State’s Most Restrictive “Purple” Tier
https://deadline.com/2020/11/los-angeles-county-coronavirus-update-2150-new-cases-remains-most-restrictive-tier-1234613080/

FilmLA Reports October monthly permits up from the previous month, but less than half compared to last year.
https://deadline.com/2020/11/filmla-production-film-tv-permits-coronavirus-1234612316/

YouTube Experiences Widespread Technical Problems Playing Videos
https://variety.com/2020/digital/news/youtube-down-widespread-video-problems-1234829639/

Topics
Covid-19, Film Permits, NY Restrictions

Do The Work
Educate yourself on systemic racism, and how you play a part, and what to do about it.
https://www.producershappyhour.com/do-the-work

Take Action
www.producershappyhour.com/take-action

Credits
Rob Bluemke - Sound Mixer/Engineer
Show Editor
www.robertbluemke.com

Christopher Daniels - Artwork Design
Creative Director & Treatment Designer
www.misterstyles.com

Kyle Puccia - Music Composer
Film & Theater Music Composer
www.kylepuccia.com

Follow The Hosts
Sister Christian
Insta: @sisterchristianrocks
Website: www.sisterchristianproduces.com

Lawrence T. Lewis
Insta: @lawrenceltl
Producing: www.lawrencetlewis.com
Voice Over: www.voiceoflawrence.com

Follow The Show
Website: www.producershappyhour.com
Insta: @producershappyhour
Facebook: producershappyhourgroup.com
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/groups/13819792/

Share Your Story
Email: [email protected]

In This Episode: And we wait for news on the Election and possible shutdowns.

It feels like everything is in limbo as we await the results of the election. As Coronavirus cases increase rapidly, worries of film production shutdowns loom large, but no signs from any Governors that a shutdown is coming. Not yet at least...

"Don't Panic. Buckle In": Stacey Abrams Doc Filmmakers on Voter Suppression and Homestretch Impact
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/how-the-stacey-abrams-doc-filmmakers-fought-voter-suppression-on-and-off-screen
'All In' co-directors Lisa Cortés and Liz Garbus spent 18 months immersed in the issues of a fragile democracy — and election night trying to channel Abrams' calming message.

Topics
Covid-19, Industry Shutdown, Advertising, Documentaries, Elections

Do The Work
Educate yourself on systemic racism, and how you play a part, and what to do about it.
https://www.producershappyhour.com/do-the-work

Take Action
www.producershappyhour.com/take-action

Credits
Rob Bluemke - Sound Mixer/Engineer
Show Editor
www.robertbluemke.com

Christopher Daniels - Artwork Design
Creative Director & Treatment Designer
www.misterstyles.com

Kyle Puccia - Music Composer
Film & Theater Music Composer
www.kylepuccia.com

Follow The Hosts
Sister Christian
Insta: @sisterchristianrocks
Website: www.sisterchristianproduces.com

Lawrence T. Lewis
Insta: @lawrenceltl
Producing: www.lawrencetlewis.com
Voice Over: www.voiceoflawrence.com

Follow The Show
Website: www.producershappyhour.com
Insta: @producershappyhour
Facebook: producershappyhourgroup.com
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/groups/13819792/

Share Your Story
Email: [email protected]

In This Episode: No Holds Barred Ranting, Production Slowdown, Mental Health and more.

Yeah, we get a little bristly in this episode, but working now is more challenging than ever, and self-care and attention to our mental health is also as important. We discuss the challenges of working today, the possibility of a work slowdown in the coming months, the election, no stimulus package, politics, and how it all affects our industry.

We also discuss this Deadline article: Studios, Broadcasters Back Broad Coalition For Pandemic Insurance; Congressional Hearing Finally Set For Nov. 19th
https://deadline.com/2020/10/studios-broadcasters-back-broad-coalition-pandemic-insurance-congressional-hearing-finally-set-for-nov-19-1234604867/

Topics
Covid-19, Covid Compliance Officer, Budgeting, Bidding, Advertising, Commercial Production, Systemic Racism

Do The Work
Educate yourself on systemic racism, and how you play a part, and what to do about it.
https://www.producershappyhour.com/do-the-work

Take Action
www.producershappyhour.com/take-action

In 2018, the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition built an unprecedented grassroots movement, led by directly impacted people and their families, and passed Amendment 4 to restore voting rights to returning citizens. This created the largest voter registration and empowerment mandate since the Civil Rights Movement. Together, we can build a more inclusive democracy in Florida by engaging the millions of unregistered voters throughout the state, including returning citizens.

https://wegotthevote.org/

Credits
Rob Bluemke - Sound Mixer/Engineer
Show Editor
www.robertbluemke.com

Christopher Daniels - Artwork Design
Creative Director & Treatment Designer
www.misterstyles.com

Kyle Puccia - Music Composer
Film & Theater Music Composer
www.kylepuccia.com

Follow The Hosts
Sister Christian
Insta: @sisterchristianrocks
Website: www.sisterchristianproduces.com

Lawrence T. Lewis
Insta: @lawrenceltl
Producing: www.lawrencetlewis.com
Voice Over: www.voiceoflawrence.com

Follow The Show
Website: www.producershappyhour.com
Insta: @producershappyhour
Facebook: producershappyhourgroup.com
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/groups/13819792/

Share Your Story
Email: [email protected]

In This Episode: Part Two of our Interview with Bidding Producer Cheri Wilder

You may know her as "Bidzilla", but Cheri Wilder is a seasoned bidding producer that has definitely been around the block. We chat with her about how she's pivoted (for the time being) by becoming a Covid Compliance Officer. No better way to learn than doing it yourself!

Regal Cinemas is set to reopen 11 movie theaters in New York State after receiving a greenlight from Governor Andrew Cuomo to do so from Oct. 23rd
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/regal-to-reopen-movie-theaters-in-new-york-state-outside-of-nyc

IATSE support live events
https://www.saveliveeventsnow.com/

Topics
Covid-19, Covid Compliance Officer, Budgeting, Bidding, Advertising, Commercial Production, Systemic Racism

Interview Guest
Cheri Wilder
Bidding Producer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheri-wilder-2b845a4/

Do The Work
Educate yourself on systemic racism, and how you play a part, and what to do about it.
https://www.producershappyhour.com/do-the-work

Take Action
www.producershappyhour.com/take-action

In 2018, the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition built an unprecedented grassroots movement, led by directly impacted people and their families, and passed Amendment 4 to restore voting rights to returning citizens. This created the largest voter registration and empowerment mandate since the Civil Rights Movement. Together, we can build a more inclusive democracy in Florida by engaging the millions of unregistered voters throughout the state, including returning citizens.

https://wegotthevote.org/

Credits
Rob Bluemke - Sound Mixer/Engineer
Show Editor
www.robertbluemke.com

Christopher Daniels - Artwork Design
Creative Director & Treatment Designer
www.misterstyles.com

Kyle Puccia - Music Composer

Film & Theater Music Composer 

www.kylepuccia.com

Follow The Hosts
Sister Christian
Insta: @sisterchristianrocks
Website: www.sisterchristianproduces.com

Lawrence T. Lewis
Insta: @lawrenceltl
Producing: www.lawrencetlewis.com
Voice Over: www.voiceoflawrence.com

Follow The Show
Website: www.producershappyhour.com
Insta: @producershappyhour
Facebook: producershappyhourgroup.com
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/groups/13819792/

Share Your Story
Email: [email protected]