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7 Life Hacks For Creatives
Stage 32 Now Certifying Centro de Portugal Film Commission!
State of the Industry 2026 Now On-Demand: RB & Geoff Break Down What’s Next for Writers!
My Stage 32 Story: Persistence, Healing, & Creative Breakthroughs in Year 3
Want Success in the Entertainment Industry? Start Writing Your Own Narrative
How to Get Help from Stage 32: Meet the Teams Behind the Scenes
Don't Let the Momentum of November Write Club Die: How to Stay Active Into 2026 & Beyond!
Coffee & Content: Taika Waititi On Making 'Next Goal Wins'
Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? Hope those who celebrate had a great feast this past week with loved ones and that everyone has a fantastic start to the holiday season! I have some content here for you that is sure to get the creative juices flowing, so grab your coffee, and let's dive in. First up, award-winning director and writer Taika Waititi sits down for an interview to discuss his recently released film, NEXT GOAL WINS. Waititi is a master at…
7 Critical Secrets To Indie Film Casting
I'm climbing up on my chair now so you will pay attention to what I'm about to say. Okay...I'm up here...waiting for you to listen. Ready? Don't Cast Less Than Great Actors In Your Film! It seems to me that casting is oftentimes a second thought to Indie filmmakers. Then guess what happens? We are subjected to films that are difficult to watch. Even if the script is great, bad actors can absolutely ruin your film. I have seen this occur time and time again. And so have you.…
From Strikes to Gratitude: Finding Joy This Holiday Season
As Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season in the United States, there is a collective sigh of relief that the strikes are over, and the creative industry is returning to doing what it does best: entertaining, educating, and informing. Yet, it is not a celebratory time for many, who feel a sense of despair, a sense of lack somewhere in their lives. Maybe you are not returning to work as quickly as you had wanted, and finances are tight. Perhaps you are so busy that you can…
Happy Thanksgiving From Stage 32: We Are Thankful For YOU
Happy Thanksgiving, Creative Army! On behalf of the entire Stage 32 team, I'd like to wish everyone a happy and healthy Thanksgiving. This year, we hit a milestone of over one million members in our growing, creative community, and we are beyond honored to provide each and every one of you a safe haven to connect, be inspired, and come together to make art. We are all extremely grateful for the members of this community and for the incredible relationships and friendships that have bloo…
November Write Club Week #4: Unpacking Perseverance - Yes, You Can!
There is a Japanese proverb that speaks simply of the heart of Perseverance. Nana korobi ya obi or “fall seven times and get up eight”. Perhaps if this were a corporate inspirational poster, we could end this blog with a simple image of someone climbing a mountain. But this isn’t the ‘90s and we’re creatives. We need to paint a picture, compose the music, and write the metaphor. First, let’s be clear: according to dictionary.com, the definition of per…
Cinematography Networking Tips
Hi, Stage 32 Community! My name is Gareth Taylor and I’m a Stage 32 Thought Leader and filmmaker with over 15 years in the industry. My career thus far has mainly focused on cinematography, while my storytelling roots lie in screenwriting and directing. My work includes a vast number of films, documentaries, commercials, branded content, music videos, TV and corporate videos. The entertainment business is a tough place to work and grow in. The competition is fierce and it&r…
The Road Most Traveled: Shifting Your Perspective On Success In Entertainment
WARNING: Objects in mirror are closer than they appear, or is it that they may not be as close as they appear? I suppose it all depends on how they appear and how blind we’ve become to a message that’s under our noses every day; I’ll come back to this. The mission you have chosen to accept in this industry is one of delivering a perspective. Whether you are a writer, actor, director, producer, costumer, or gaffer. The projects you work on will all set out to deliver a …
Coffee & Content: 'The Killer' Cinematographer Breaks Down Opening Of Fincher's Netflix Thriller
Happy Sunday, Creative Army! First, congratulations to all of you who have already participated in our monthly Introduce Yourself Weekend! Thousands of connections have been made between entertainment creatives and professionals from around the globe. Whether you are a long-time member or brand new to Stage 32, take a moment to pop over to the Introduce Yourself Lounge and say hello before the end of the weekend. First up, in this video from Variety, you'll learn from Oscar-winning Dir…
How To Network Without Using People
My name is Tennyson, I’ve written more than 50 screenplays, I’ve helped produce some movies, I direct and edit, I’m a working script doctor, and I’ve been working on stage since I was 13 years old. For the last few years, I’ve been blogging for Stage 32… and this week, we’re going to talk in a little more detail about why I do that. EVERYBODY NEEDS HELP Showbusiness is, and has always been, a collaborative effort. Even a one-person show need…
My Stage 32 Story: Year One!
One of the strategies that helps me to stay positive is keeping a record of the good things that happen in my writing journey and life in general. I make mental notes or, at times, even document these moments. Reflecting on these in my heart and mind is a great way to return me to a place of gratitude. Reinvention When my wife, daughter, and I moved to Nashville, we did so to plant new roots and essentially, restart our family tree. We had no family or friends to depend on. Except for …
Talking Business: Production Services Insights
Welcome back to TALKING BUSINESS: Insights from the Independent Film Industry, hosted by Stage 32 Thought Leader and Business Consultant, David Zannoni, from Freeway Entertainment and Zannoni Media. In TALKING BUSINESS, David brings you in-depth conversations on the behind-the-scenes of the filmmaking business with industry veterans. In today’s fourth episode, David speaks with Octavio Marin, VP of Production & Operations for Santa Fe Studios and SF Film Services, LLC. Octavio…
November Write Club Week #3: Challenging The Writer In You!
Brooklynn Fields and I, the co-hosts of Stage 32’s Writer’s Room Pitch Practice Tank Sessions, put our thoughts and opinions together in writing this blog for our community. Writing is sometimes made a solitary pursuit, but writers don’t have to go it alone. Accountability and support are key components of success for writers. Let’s talk about the concept of writer accountability and the various forms of support that can help writers achieve their goals during Nov…
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