Module 11

CV/Resume & Website plan 

I’ve found that I have created several different resumes based on my needs. Now, as I solidify my title as a filmmaker, I need to make tweaks to reflect it, namely listing written works (both produced and unproduced), film credits, film screenings, awards, etc. Regarding a website, I’ve used Wix before to create one from scratch, which was very user-friendly, but I noticed a few classmates mentioned WordPress; I definitely want to look more into that. For me, one of the most important elements of a website is the first impression it makes to a person who visits (with the scientifically-proven shortened attention of today’s audience, it’s important to keep them on the page!) It should be aesthetically pleasing and the layout should be organized and easy to navigate. I’m excited to start one now that I have content to showcase. On my to-do list as well is to design and order business cards and (maybe) start using an Instagram account. Not crazy about the latter because I’m not a big fan of posting on social media (although I know I need to get over myself). This is a great assignment though because it gets us thinking about the “real world” of filmmaking as a career and the self-promotion one has to do when just starting out. No pain, no gain, right?

Comments

  1. Carrah So TaurusApril 12, 2022 at 12:50 PM

    Perhaps social media platforms--no matter which ones you use--are ones you post to when you have something to say or promote. Nothing wrong with doing it that way, right? Then, when you post, people pay attention because you don't post mindlessly. You post with purpose. There are folks I pay attention to more because their content has purpose every time. Does that make sense? I may be moving into my comfort zone of perpetual optimist, but I wonder if it's not a getting over yourself but bringing your authentic self no matter where you present it. Does that make sense? If you don't like posting, you don't like posting. There are many ways to reach people than social media. Sometimes, to me, social media feels like flyers tucked under windshield wipers and I scroll thinking, "Ugh. I didn't ask for this." lol. But purposeful content--even in flyers under my windshield or on a timeline--is likely well received.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Kim's MFA BlogApril 12, 2022 at 4:23 PM

      Very insightful, and well said, Carrah. Thanks for the feedback!

      Delete
  2. Ashley HatcherApril 19, 2022 at 12:40 PM

    I agree that this assignment is a good way for us to start thinking of developing ourselves as filmmakers outside of the graduate program. It sounds like you have a good idea of the purpose you want your website to serve. You talked a little bit about the aesthetics of your site, Do you inspiration for what you may want it to look like?

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Module 4

                Presentation Reflection: There were a couple of ideas that I loved during Holden’s presentation. The first was when he said that Mekas “was creating a living clip of history” with his experimental diary films. Not only do I think that the idea is a beautiful and poetic way of looking at his work, but it is also a wonderful way to look at any work of art. Art reflects life, and life reflects art. Mekas' art told his history, and his history inspired his art. That reminds me of a movie I watched a while back (I can’t remember the name) where a guy wanted to be a blues singer. After not having much success, his mentor told him, “If you want to sing the blues, you must have had the blues.” I suspect all artists to some degree, have painful parts of their past that they have channeled into creative outlets. The other idea was when Mekas explained how he used “bits of time” and “”bits of footage” to make his films. I was reminded of...
Read more

Module 12

To-Do List Saturday, April 30: Make improvements to website and resume Sunday, May 1: Have rough-cut of Bolex film with all visuals, sfx, and music ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tuesday May 3: Blog Entries Due Reflections: Charles, Dusty, Jack D, Jack S Respond to 2 other blog posts Reflections: technical and conceptual filmmaking expansion Thursday, May 5: Add voiceovers to Bolex film  Saturday, May 8 : Add titles cards and make final edits to Bolex film ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Monday, May 9: Post Bolex Film to Class Google Document Tuesday, May 10: Participate in Class Workshop Jacob's Presentation:  Barbara Hammer I love the way Hammer’s films focused on her life experiences and perspectives, or as Jacob said, “what she took in the world and reflected back.” Whether it was looking at the female form and lesbian lo...
Read more

Module 6

  Reflection of filmmaker presentations: Viking Eggling Well, I went into information overload when I dove into my Eggeling research. I was started early enough to be able to find a few books when he was mentioned extensively, and also found several very helpful websites. The greatest find was a PDF version of O’Konor’s book devoted exclusively to Eggeling. Her research was one that all the other sources mentioned, so it was like striking gold. While at first glance, Eggeling’s work may not be impressive, but put in the context of the time period, state of technology, and other factors, it’s astounding. I’m also intrigued by his commitment (obsession?) with his work. One source even stated that his living conditions and ultimately his health were so poor because he only made time to draw and create his film. He made the ultimate sacrifice for his art. Jodie Mack What a treat to come across her work. I wish that I would have had time to play more of her films, especially Yard Work i...
Read more