KEEPING YOUR PRODUCTION SAFE DURING THE PANDEMIC
NOTE: Guidelines and restrictions may vary depending on your location. This article is meant for general precautions only. The nationwide lockdown of 2020 has left people hungrier than ever for entertainment, but with all the safety protocols and restrictions in...
THE FORMULA: How Filmmaker Tamar Halpern Directs TV Movies in 12 Days
About Tamar Halpern Tamar Halpern is a writer and director with nine feature films behind her — all produced for less than $1.2 million. We previously discussed her ventures in documentary filmmaking, and this week we focus on her work in TV movies, including her...
TAX PREP FOR FREELANCE FILMMAKERS: What Are Deductions and How Do I Make the Most of Them?
DISCLAIMER: This article does not serve as legal advice. We highly recommend working with a tax advisor or certified public accountant (CPA) to best assess your personal situation. Another tax day has come and gone, and for many people it brought an unpleasant...
TAX PREP FOR FREELANCE FILMMAKERS: What Is a Loan-Out Company and Do I Need One?
DISCLAIMER: This article does not serve as legal advice. We highly recommend working with your CPA to figure out what is best for your situation. My name is Derek Sepe, and as a freelance production sound mixer, I have my own small business LLC or “Loan-Out” that I...