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This podcast is a backstage pass to the process of filmmaking from one of the most difficult, little-known, and historically female department head positions on a film crew. Working alongside the director all day, script supervisors have a unique and enlightening view of what it’s really like behind the scenes and on the front line of all the action on set. Each episode features a short interview as well as a topic like Why You should Stop Calling Us “Scripty,” or What really happened with t ...
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The podcast where the curious & creative come to listen and be inspired by fellow creatives. Your host, Samantha K Henderson, is an award-winning filmmaker who wants to help you find the secret code to unlock your creative process and take your projects to the next level.
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Bonus Episode: Behind the Lens with Lisa Cole: Globe-Trotting Oscar-Shortlisted Filmmaker
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Lisa Cole is an artist—a masterful filmmaker who lends her voice to the unsung and the overlooked. Her portfolio brims with narratives that bring light to women, the perennial underdogs, weaving tales of their struggles against neglect and their journeys to self-empowerment and redemption. Lisa's work is not merely a form of expression but a mirror…
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Bonus Episode: From Russia to the United States. Making Moves. Making Movies.
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This episode is brought to you by a collaborative effort between The Slow Dive Podcast, hosted by Farida Rafique, and The Creative Seat. In this engaging interview, Farida converses with Yelena Krivosheyeva, whose remarkable career began in journalism at the tender age of 12 in Russia. Yelena has since evolved into a formidable force in Los Angeles…
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On this episode we are joined by writer, director, and producer Annika Hylmö. Annika possesses a treasure trove of experiences: from obtaining a PhD in communication, to navigating the waves at the American Film Institute where her flair for screenwriting was unveiled, leading to her poignant first short film, "Doctor Penelope." In our conversation…
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Northern California Film Coalition - The Big Break
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On this episode of The Creative Seat, we sit down with Patricia La Marr and Gary Bell, the founders and executive producers of the Northern California Film Coalition (NCFC). Together, they share their insights and experiences in the film industry and their work on the upcoming feature documentary film "Full Circle: The Story of The New Dimensions".…
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Transformational Screenwriting - The Foundation of Powerful Films
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In today's episode, we are joined by Dawn Spinella, an award-winning writer, director, and producer. Dawn shares her insights on the power of storytelling to shift beliefs, the importance of collaboration in filmmaking, and the impact of personal experiences on creative projects. Samantha K Henderson, our host, engages Dawn in a thought-provoking d…
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In this episode, host Samantha K Henderson sits down with Dr. Erin Macdonald, to discuss her roll as a science adviser on Star Trek, writing her own scripts, and her work as a producer of independent films. The conversation delves into the intricacies of the TV and film writer's room, exploring how small ideas can be expanded into captivating stori…
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Caryn Ruby Script Supervisor, Writer/Performer
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On this episode of The Creative Seat, we take an in-depth look at the role of a script supervisor in the film industry. In this interview, we'll hear from an experienced script supervisor about her role in ensuring consistency throughout a film or TV show. Our guest, Caryn Ruby, shares her personal story of how she got into the profession, her love…
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On this episode of The Creative Seat, hosted by Samantha K. Henderson, we explore the challenge of managing a crowded headspace full of creative ideas. With the help of the sponsor, Filmcraft Studio Gear, we hear from Samantha about her personal experience and the methods she uses to develop and commit to her ideas. In this episode, we learn the va…
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Jack Buckley Creator of the Animated Film A'Taka
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On this episode of The Creative Seat, host Samantha K. Henderson chats with young filmmaker Jack Buckley about his upcoming animated action mystery movie, A’Taka. Join them as they discuss the film's inspiration, artistic vision, and the challenges of developing a screenplay. They also dive into the importance of collaboration, creativity, and the …
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Welcome to The Creative Seat Podcast where the curious & creative come to listen and be inspired by fellow creatives. New epidoses drop every other Tuesday with your host, Samantha K Henderson, talking about what inspires, motivates, scares and scars us creatives. She'll share her experiences and sit down with other doers working in film, televisio…
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What really happened with that GOT coffee cup??
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In the final episode of this series, we discuss all the ways the coffee cup could have ended up on screen, why it most definitely is NOT the fault of the script supervisor, and then learn what really happened. But first, we talk to SHARON WATT. In addition to being one of the Administrators of NYSSN - the New York Script Supervisors Network, Sharon…
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A bit of history and a look to the future
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This episode we hear some fun and fascinating anecdotes about the history of our craft and some ideas about how we can make the future better for the next generation of script supervisors. But first, we talk to HANNAH DRISCOLL in another in-person interview from before the pandemic. Hannah has been a full time Los Angeles based Script Supervisor si…
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At our best, script supervisors are filmmakers and key members of the crew – yet the belittling nickname “scripty” remains incredibly pervasive. We discuss where it came from, and why we all should stop using it. But first, we talk to Robert Goodwin. He is an incredibly supportive and super helpful member of our community as well as one of the Admi…
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The Union: To Join or Not To Join? (and how to do it)
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This episode addresses some of the misconceptions and misunderstandings around joining and the benefits of being in the union. In addition to our usual group of script supervisors sharing their thoughts and experience, this episode features a special guest from Contract Services who lays out exactly what it takes to get qualified for the union rost…
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TV vs Film vs Commercials…how are they different?
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Sure, you can find script supervisors on all kinds of productions, but what do we do differently depends on the media! Plus - what can producers expect from our department? But first, we talk to Nick Robinson. With experience in over a dozen departments, filmmaker Nick Robinson’s script supervising credits include commercials starring A-list talent…
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How to get the job and negotiate pay (hint: know your worth)
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In this episode we take a deep dive into negotiating and advocating for yourself. What are the best practices to make sure you’re not getting less than someone else who is just as experienced and skilled? But first, an interview with multi-talented Roe Moore that was recorded IN PERSON before the pandemic. Roe scripted on the Fresh Prince of Bel Ai…
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Line!!! Working with actors: The good, the bad and the ugly.
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This episode digs into the working relationship between script supervisors and actors. Not just the person to shout lines upon request, script supervisors often serve as the Director or Writer’s ambassador in giving (sometimes unwanted) feedback to actors. Listen in for *lots of tips* on how to handle. But first, we talk to Margery Kimbrough – an a…
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Connecting the shots: Continuity matters Continuity is so much more than matching cups and hands. You’ll begin to see that in this topic where we take a deep dive into what it means to manage continuity on set. But first, we have an interview with absolute ICON, and hands down the perfect person for this episode, Mary Cybulski. Mary Cybulski’s impr…
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Script this, supervise that…what it’s really like being the Script Supervisor
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Script this, supervise that…what it’s really like being the Script Supervisor (All of the responsibilities, none of the glory) In this episode, we take a closer look at what it feels like to be a script supervisor, and how our work on set also helps out in post. Plus, master script supervisor Mary Cybulski shares a revealing BTS story from the film…
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What the heck is a Script Supervisor? Can you describe the job of the script supervisor on a film set? In this first episode of the series, we do our best to define this expansive role - sometimes referred to as Continuity Supervisor, or even just “Continuity” - that is so widely misunderstood. Today’s topic section includes clips from interviews w…
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Script Supervisors: Unsung Heroes of Film & TV Trailer
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Launching August 2022, new podcast “Script Supervisors: Unsung Heroes of Film and TV” is a backstage pass to the process of filmmaking from one of the most difficult, little-known, and historically female department head positions on a film crew. Working alongside the director all day, script supervisors have a unique and enlightening view of what …
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