Make it shorter and make it funnier: Film Production Tips from Heerak Shah

In this episode, we sit down with Heerak Shah, an award-winning filmmaker and educator with a diverse background spanning Bollywood, independent films, and television. Known for his work on The Ice Man and the hit sitcom Metropark, Heerak shares his unique journey in filmmaking, offering insights into the creative process behind his most notable projects.  We also explore his experiences teaching the next generation of filmmakers at the University of Central Florida, discussing how education and industry experience shape the future of storytelling.  Whether you’re an aspiring filmmaker or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with valuable lessons on navigating the world of film and television.  Links & Resources Connect with Heerak on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heerakshah/ The Ice Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pk8VSekcKos  Check out Heerak's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@heerakz86/videos  Heerak Shah; Professor, Producer, Director, Editor; UCF & TV Asia; Over a decade of experience in the industry, has worked on everything from feature films and independent shots to popular TV shows and music videos, well known for his work on the award-winning short film The Ice Man, which gained recognition at nine film festivals and hit over a million views on YouTube and his versatility extends to Bollywood with the South Asian sitcom Metropark, he is also a faculty member at the University of Central Florida’s Nicholson School of Communication and Media, where he teaches film and TV production.  To learn more, visit:http://www.c2-com.com Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:http://missionmatters.com/author/Cyndee-Woolley/