Crew Call

Controlling the Environment on Set – Crew Call S4:E1

What are the odds a crew member intentionally disrupts a live production?  Zero.  The odds something like that is staged? A lot higher.  But how can you tell?  Join the crew in this non-staged conversation…

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Not Keeping Regular Office Hours – Crew Call S3:E10

One of the best parts of production is not having to work 9-5 in a shabby little office.  One of the most challenging?  Working outside all day in bad weather wishing you had a shabby…

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You can either adapt and succeed or complain and fail. – Crew Call S3:E9

Work long enough in this industry and you’ll be in some unconventional settings.  You can either adapt and succeed or complain and fail.  How do you succeed?  Listen in with the crew as they share…

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What are the most common mistakes production pros make? – Crew Call S3:E8

What are the most common mistakes production pros and amateurs make?  And more importantly how do you avoid them?  Grab a side with the crew as they reveal the importance of getting to the message…

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It’s not working for free if you’re learning. – Crew Call S3:E7

“You need to pay your dues.”  We’ve all heard it before.  But we’ve also heard, “time is money.”  So why work for free?  Isn’t that exploitative?  As Joe reminds us, “It’s not working for free…

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Is dress even a factor in this industry? – Crew Call S3:E6

In business they say, “Dress for the job you want, not what you currently have.”  But is dress even a factor in this industry?  If so, what is correct attire? More importantly, what kind of…

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The essence of a great creative team – Crew Call S3:E5

What makes a great creative team (besides having Joe, Frank & Glozz)?  Vision, experience, & if you’re like Joe – having an assistant to explain to everyone why you’re pissed off.  Join the crew to…

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How do you find meaningful work? – Crew Call S3:E4

How do you find meaningful work?  “Experts” offer some key ingredients, but Joe cuts to the chase: “If you’re not passionate about what you do, then you can’t be happy.”  Capeesh?  Join this passionate crew…

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Build your resume for the job you want – Crew Call S3:E3

Build your resume for the job you want by using your resources at the job you’re in.  How? Joe sums it up best: “Once people see you as important, you’re gonna get the deal you…

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It’s not how you got into the business… – Crew Call S3:E2

It’s not how you got into the business, it’s the fact that you got into the business.  Some are planners, some are doers, but no matter what you are, the key is being able to…

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