It’s been a minute! I haven’t given up; I just haven’t had the time to post here. What have I been up to that has taken me away from you? Work, baby, lots and lots of work! I was worried about not having enough work …
Script Supervising in the Age of Virtual Production
If you’ve ever wondered how movies manage to keep a coffee cup from magically refilling itself between takes, you have a script supervisor to thank. These continuity wizards have always been the unsung heroes of film sets, quietly keeping the chaos in check. But in …
Creator Journal: When Life Happens, Goals Get Rewritten
Ah, January—the month of fresh starts, ambitious plans, and, for me, revisiting the goals I’ve already failed to meet. You know how they say, “Shoot for the stars, and even if you miss, you’ll land on the moon”? Well, I think I may have overshot …
Why Authenticity Resonates in Film and TV
The Power of Generational Storytelling Whether it’s the heartbreak of This Is Us, the bone-chilling revelations of Hereditary, or the tear-jerking beauty of Coco, generational storytelling has a way of hitting us right in the feels. Why? These stories don’t just tell us about characters; …
Virtual vs. Traditional Production: A Tale of Two Worlds
Welcome to the exciting intersection of filmmaking where pixels meet practicality, and creativity marries cutting-edge tech! If you’re a filmmaker, content creator, or just an eager enthusiast looking to navigate the ever-evolving world of production, this post is for you. Let’s dive into the key …
Leading By Example: Actions Speak Louder Than Inspirational Memes
It’s Monday morning. You’ve barely had your coffee, and your boss is already quoting Simon Sinek, waving their arms dramatically about the importance of “starting with why.” Inspiring, right? Except… they’ve just dumped a pile of work on your desk that they could have easily …
The State of Vancouver’s Film and TV Industry & the Road Ahead
Vancouver, aka “Hollywood North,” has long been a go-to destination for filmmakers. Why wouldn’t it be? We’ve got jaw-dropping landscapes, a highly skilled workforce, and tax incentives that make accountants downright giddy. But let’s be real: while Vancouver’s film and TV industry still shines in …
Navigating the Unreal: My Journey Learning Unreal Engine with a Little Help from AI
When I first decided to dive into Unreal Engine, I had no idea what I was getting into. I mean, I knew it was going to be a challenge—learning an advanced game engine while outlining and writing multiple creative projects and holding down a day …
Managing Your Micro-Manager: Leading from Behind with Style
Ah, the infamous micro-manager. You know the type: the boss who needs updates about updates, scrutinizes every font choice in your PowerPoint, and knows what you’re having for lunch because they’ve already asked. As executive assistants, we’re often caught in the delicate balance of meeting …
Creator Journal: A Leap into the Unknown
Creators gonna create!