Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and Directing

Nov 14 2024 439 ep. 68 mins 512

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Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing hosted by directors. Each week we interview filmmakers on writing, cinematography, development and acting to learn how to build a successful career as a filmmaker in the Hollywood industry.
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Persuasive Communication w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 449

Nov 14 2024 48 mins

Communicating. Directors do this all the time. It's how you get a client excited about choosing you for their high profile commercial. Or get producers comfortable with having you direct your favorite TV show. You do it whenever you inspire people to invest in your film, or be on your crew. And it's how you can punch-above-your-weight-class and land the best actors and di

Directing Katie's Mom w/Tyrrell and Meryl - Just Shoot It 448

Nov 07 2024 68 mins

Navigating sex and intimacy scenes along with the wild ride of crashing Sundance. Meryl Branch McTiernan and Director Tyrrell Shaffner join Matt & Oren in a chat about securing investors for their indie film, "Katie's Mom". With an election-worthy debate about networking, why live in Los Angeles. Watch "Katie's Mom" on Amazon, Fandango, or your favorite VOD streaming

Handling Rejection w/Carlyn Hudson - Just Shoot It 447

Oct 31 2024 69 mins

This week Matt & Oren chat with Director & long time friend of the show Carlyn Hudson about how to deal with rejection as a director.Carlyn's Endorsement: AlMatt's Endorsement: Rotating one monitor 90 degrees.Oren's Endorsement: New iPhone Audio Features.Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or ju

Operating Your Way Into TV w/Ben Semanoff - Just Shoot It 446

Oct 24 2024 76 mins

This week Matt & Oren chat with Director Ben Semanoff about his journey from camera operator to director, and everything in-between. Ben's Endorsement: https://www.storyboardsmarter.com/Matt's Endorsement: USB Docks Oren's Endorsement: Airpod shaking head featureContribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or

How to Succeed in Film w/Editor Andy Young - Just Shoot It 445

Oct 17 2024 83 mins

This week Matt & Oren chat with Editor and friend of the Show Andy Young about networking, working for free, and more!Andy's Endorsement: http://www.lafcpug.org/Matt's Endorsement:Scare Tactics (Peacock | Monkey Paw Productions)Oren's Endorsement: Hollywood Reporter ArticleContribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Send feedback or questions to @justshootit

Personalizing your Pitch w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 444

Oct 10 2024 51 mins

This week Matt & Oren chat about how they add personalization to pitches to win the bid. Matt's Endorsement: Rebel Ridge (Netflix), On Fire Podcast.Oren's Endorsement: Nobody Wants This (Netflix), Downloading kids shows before flights.Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or [email protected]

Commitment Issues w/ Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 443

Oct 03 2024 74 mins

This week Matt & Oren chat about work-life balance, adapting to different workflows, and working with new companies. Matt's Endorsement: Going on a hike. Specifically Millard Canyon. Oren's Endorsements: Listening to Music, https://frameset.app/Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitp

Mastering Docu-Style Drama w/Robert Kolodny - Just Shoot It 442

Sep 26 2024 70 mins

This week Matt & Oren chat with Venice, Directing, and Boxing with "Featherweight" Director Robert KolodnyRobert's Endorsement: https://www.youtube.com/@Mosfilm_engMatt's Endorsement: I Saw the TV Glow (Max)Oren's Endorsements: Agatha All Along (Disney Plus), Spigen iPhone Screen ProtectorContribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Send feedback or questions

Getting the Most Out of your Collaborators w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 441

Sep 19 2024 41 mins

This week Matt & Oren get up to speed on recent projects, chat costume fabrication, and how to work across departments.Matt's Endorsement: Disneyland Parent's Bathroom & https://www.keh.com/Oren's Endorsements: Rebel Ridge (Netflix), The Boys Season 4, & Oren's Article, Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod

Is the Industry Back? Career Highs and Lows w/ Matt and Oren - Just Shoot It 440

Sep 12 2024 67 mins

This week Matt & Oren chat recent highs and lows!Matt's Endorsement: English Teacher on Hulu.Oren's Endorsements: Wandering DP , Trading in your old iPhone for a credit, asking logistical filmmaking questions on people's work.Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or [email protected]