From YouTube Film School to Directing Indie Features & Series with Beasy Jones

Send us Fan Mail#moviemaking #filmmaking #indiefilm #filmmakingpodcast #filmmaking #moviemaking #microbudget #indiefilm  In this episode of The Honest Filmmaker Podcast, director Beasy Jones joins us to unpack the realities of building a career in independent filmmaking, starting with nothing but self-taught skills and a drive to create.We explore how Beasy went from learning the craft online to directing both feature films and episodic series and what that transition actually looks like behind the scenes. From working with actors and shaping performances to managing tight schedules and limited budgets, this conversation is full of practical insights for filmmakers at every level.We also get into the business side of indie film ,  including how distribution works, what sales agents actually do and whether making a series is financially sustainable. Are you trying to figure out how to move from passion projects into professional filmmaking?  Well there’s a lot here you can apply straight away.We cover:How Beasy Jones got into filmmaking without formal trainingTransitioning from DOP to Director (and avoiding common traps)Making films look cinematic on a microbudgetWorking with actors and building authentic performancesThe difference between directing a feature vs a TV seriesBudget realities and how to shoot fast without sacrificing qualityWhat really happens with film sales, distribution, and profitsMarketing your indie film and managing promotion costsWATCH THE TRAILER FOR PILLOW TALK 2https://youtu.be/FLjJojPFlS4?si=VNI9prOIDSFry3zUFollow Beasy on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/dirxbeasyjones/Beasy Jones link tree: https://linktr.ee/dirxbeasyjones?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnWt5AlBjlT7jPnBNZ_UXBIqd1rX3OMZsnyYN2D9gfDdV-cXLXm0aFoH7EwOQ_aem_-4xefKUJ02tVuz2aUq3rfwCheck out the re-release of Jim's first solo directing feature The Witches Hammer - out now on amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0F235F4T8/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rSupport the showFor regular updates and exclusive content - sign up for The Honest Filmmaker newsletterhttps://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/e-newsletter/Join The Honest Filmmaker community on our Facebook Group or Discord https://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/join-the-community/HONEST, OPEN ADVICE ABOUT YOUR FILMMAKING CAREERAre you about to leave Uni with a filmmaking degree? Or want to change careers and work in a creative industry? We want to give you the tools you need to enter the real world of production or freelancing. Honest and open career advice from people in the business.We also talk to those in other creative industries to discuss their careers, the potential cross over with film production and practical tips for a successful and fulfilling career.Join the community: http://www.thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk