More and more bloggers and entertainment writers are embracing Instagram Live as a way to engage their readers and fans with a dynamic, interactive event. If you are invited to join one of these live chats as a filmmaker, you should go for it! If you are prepared, it can be a great opportunity to find new fans and present your project in the best light.
Read MoreAttending three webinars a day is totally the new normal, right? Team Smarthouse has been attending A LOT of webinars since social distancing has been in place, with a focus on listening to people talk about the current state of film festivals and learning as much as we can about how festival organizers are adapting to the industry's changing landscape.
We have pages and pages of notes from our learnings, but here are the top five things we thought would be most helpful for indie filmmakers:
Read MoreThese past few weeks have been a testament to the power when we collectively come together in support of what is right. As we continue to protest, write letters, donate and educate ourselves in order to counter the systematic racism within our communities, consuming and supporting media made by Black creators is more important than ever. It is just one of many ways to work towards anti-racism.
Here is a list of some Team Smarthouse picks to start with …
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