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Bio update, y’all. #producer #indieproducer #filmmaker #indiefilmmaker

Bio update, y’all. #producer #indieproducer #filmmaker #indiefilmmaker

Bio update, y’all. #producer #indieproducer #filmmaker #indiefilmmaker

Bio update, y’all. #producer #indieproducer #filmmaker #indiefilmmaker

Um, excuse me... did we just offer you the chance to learn filmmaking from two working professionals who have a strict no-a**hole policy?

Yes. Yes we did.

Look, Tess and I have been in the trenches for years. We’ve made the mistakes, learned the hard lessons, and figured out how to make films while actually enjoying the process and treating people with respect.

Our “Make That Short!” course normally runs $197, but for the month of April, we’re offering it for $97. That’s $100 off because we want to remove every possible barrier between you and finally making that film.

Here’s what you get:
✅ Step-by-step producing AND directing guidance
✅ Digital production toolkit with templates and resources
✅ Everything we wish we’d known when we started
✅ A community that believes kindness and creativity go hand in hand

We’re not here to gatekeep or make filmmaking feel impossible. We’re here to give you the tools, confidence, and roadmap to turn “someday I’ll make a short” into “I AM making shorts.”

The film industry has enough jerks. Let’s make some art with good humans instead.

Ready to say yes to yourself? Link in bio or DM “MAKE THAT SHORT”

Launch special ends April 30th. No a**holes allowed.

#producer #director #shortfilm #indiefilm #filmmaking

What’s a filmmaker gotta do to unwind??

#producer #movies #indiefilm #filmmaking #series

In these parts, we don’t gate keep. 🚫

I’ve had conversations with people in the Industry who disagree with my answer to the question. But why? Pursuing filmmaking as a hobby or a career already comes with so many obstacles. From financial barriers to imposter syndrome to Industrywide challenges, why withhold the right to call yourself a filmmaker if you’ve made a film?

But not in this house. Keep making your art. Keep learning. Keep growing. 🎥

#producer #indiefilm #filmmaking #shortfilm #firsttimefilmmaker

Respectfully: You filmmakers have no say in the matter.

I love the drive, creativity, and resilience of independent filmmakers. I love that we have to learn by doing and I love how much better we get with each film.

It’s a beautiful thing we’re out here doing. You’re doing great.

#indiefilm #producer #filmmaking #movies #independentfilm

I’m straight up still learning how to take care of myself. I joined a gym for the first time in January 2025 and I have been prioritizing myself since.

Through the ebbs and flow of freelance life, the schedule inconsistencies, the crazy shoots that turn my routine on its head, I’ve kept showing up. Even when a gig meant training at 4a (yikes y’all that was a time).

It still feels so new. And I get scared sometimes that if I slow down or take a break that I’ll backslide into the old me who neglected herself for 35 years. The girl who only knows over functioning and overachieving and overcommitting.

But I simply never want to stop taking care of myself.

Also, I gained 4 lbs. in the last 8 weeks and baby it’s all muscle. Shoutout to my own growth in seeing more weight but knowing the scale isn’t what I’m going for. I’m going for fucking power and I have it. And I’m really proud of myself.

I hope you’re taking care of yourself. Whatever that means to you.

And the biggest shoutout to my personal trainer Keith who is somehow thriving despite not being on socials but if you need a rec DM me because he’s the damn best. Now if only he could get me to do cardio.

#producer #freelance #selfemployed #girlswholift

I’m straight up still learning how to take care of myself. I joined a gym for the first time in January 2025 and I have been prioritizing myself since.

Through the ebbs and flow of freelance life, the schedule inconsistencies, the crazy shoots that turn my routine on its head, I’ve kept showing up. Even when a gig meant training at 4a (yikes y’all that was a time).

It still feels so new. And I get scared sometimes that if I slow down or take a break that I’ll backslide into the old me who neglected herself for 35 years. The girl who only knows over functioning and overachieving and overcommitting.

But I simply never want to stop taking care of myself.

Also, I gained 4 lbs. in the last 8 weeks and baby it’s all muscle. Shoutout to my own growth in seeing more weight but knowing the scale isn’t what I’m going for. I’m going for fucking power and I have it. And I’m really proud of myself.

I hope you’re taking care of yourself. Whatever that means to you.

And the biggest shoutout to my personal trainer Keith who is somehow thriving despite not being on socials but if you need a rec DM me because he’s the damn best. Now if only he could get me to do cardio.

#producer #freelance #selfemployed #girlswholift

I’m straight up still learning how to take care of myself. I joined a gym for the first time in January 2025 and I have been prioritizing myself since.

Through the ebbs and flow of freelance life, the schedule inconsistencies, the crazy shoots that turn my routine on its head, I’ve kept showing up. Even when a gig meant training at 4a (yikes y’all that was a time).

It still feels so new. And I get scared sometimes that if I slow down or take a break that I’ll backslide into the old me who neglected herself for 35 years. The girl who only knows over functioning and overachieving and overcommitting.

But I simply never want to stop taking care of myself.

Also, I gained 4 lbs. in the last 8 weeks and baby it’s all muscle. Shoutout to my own growth in seeing more weight but knowing the scale isn’t what I’m going for. I’m going for fucking power and I have it. And I’m really proud of myself.

I hope you’re taking care of yourself. Whatever that means to you.

And the biggest shoutout to my personal trainer Keith who is somehow thriving despite not being on socials but if you need a rec DM me because he’s the damn best. Now if only he could get me to do cardio.

#producer #freelance #selfemployed #girlswholift

I’m straight up still learning how to take care of myself. I joined a gym for the first time in January 2025 and I have been prioritizing myself since.

Through the ebbs and flow of freelance life, the schedule inconsistencies, the crazy shoots that turn my routine on its head, I’ve kept showing up. Even when a gig meant training at 4a (yikes y’all that was a time).

It still feels so new. And I get scared sometimes that if I slow down or take a break that I’ll backslide into the old me who neglected herself for 35 years. The girl who only knows over functioning and overachieving and overcommitting.

But I simply never want to stop taking care of myself.

Also, I gained 4 lbs. in the last 8 weeks and baby it’s all muscle. Shoutout to my own growth in seeing more weight but knowing the scale isn’t what I’m going for. I’m going for fucking power and I have it. And I’m really proud of myself.

I hope you’re taking care of yourself. Whatever that means to you.

And the biggest shoutout to my personal trainer Keith who is somehow thriving despite not being on socials but if you need a rec DM me because he’s the damn best. Now if only he could get me to do cardio.

#producer #freelance #selfemployed #girlswholift

Seeing a movie at AMC Burbank 16 on a Saturday night? Groundbreaking.

Spoiler free review:

Saw The Devil Wears Prada 2 and it was pretty good! Felt like a fine legacy sequel that spoke to topics and frustrations we’re seeing across industries in the real world. The returning original cast was great and the cameos were fun. The fashion was fashioning and the soundtrack was soundtracking for sure. It wasn’t perfect but I’m happy I caught it opening weekend.

#producer #filmmaking #movies #thedevilwearsprada @amctheatres

This screening is gonna be a dang PARTY! 🎉 Come check out Loco at LALIFF May 29!

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A year ago I was at @laliff_ while finishing the edit on @loco_shortfilm and told myself we’d be back in 2026. I never got to screen it and celebrate with the LA cast/crew — but we’re going to now, baby!!

Thrilled and honored to check a LALIFF premiere off the bucket list. Can’t wait to share this night with dear friends and collaborators. Friday, May 29 at 4:15pm! Ticket link in bio 🎟️🍿💃🏻

Place your uhhhh *ding* bets. How many could it possibly be??

It’s Launch Month for @makethatshort from me and @tessparas which means savings, baby! 🤑

Whether you’re a first time filmmaker who is unsure where to start, or a multihyphenate looking for a bit more structure and resources from some good folks, this self-paced course will set you up for success.

Comment or DM “MTS” for a link

#shortfilm #filmmaking #producer #director #indiefilm

My work brain is notoriously hard to turn off… and when I’m trying to sleep can be when things really get going.

I love the path I’m on. I love making movies. But I don’t necessarily love the intruding thoughts!

(Photo credit to the lovely and talented @johnjay.img)

#producer #filmmmaker #indiefilm #movies #filmmaking

My work brain is notoriously hard to turn off… and when I’m trying to sleep can be when things really get going.

I love the path I’m on. I love making movies. But I don’t necessarily love the intruding thoughts!

(Photo credit to the lovely and talented @johnjay.img)

#producer #filmmmaker #indiefilm #movies #filmmaking

My work brain is notoriously hard to turn off… and when I’m trying to sleep can be when things really get going.

I love the path I’m on. I love making movies. But I don’t necessarily love the intruding thoughts!

(Photo credit to the lovely and talented @johnjay.img)

#producer #filmmmaker #indiefilm #movies #filmmaking

My work brain is notoriously hard to turn off… and when I’m trying to sleep can be when things really get going.

I love the path I’m on. I love making movies. But I don’t necessarily love the intruding thoughts!

(Photo credit to the lovely and talented @johnjay.img)

#producer #filmmmaker #indiefilm #movies #filmmaking

My work brain is notoriously hard to turn off… and when I’m trying to sleep can be when things really get going.

I love the path I’m on. I love making movies. But I don’t necessarily love the intruding thoughts!

(Photo credit to the lovely and talented @johnjay.img)

#producer #filmmmaker #indiefilm #movies #filmmaking

My work brain is notoriously hard to turn off… and when I’m trying to sleep can be when things really get going.

I love the path I’m on. I love making movies. But I don’t necessarily love the intruding thoughts!

(Photo credit to the lovely and talented @johnjay.img)

#producer #filmmmaker #indiefilm #movies #filmmaking

My work brain is notoriously hard to turn off… and when I’m trying to sleep can be when things really get going.

I love the path I’m on. I love making movies. But I don’t necessarily love the intruding thoughts!

(Photo credit to the lovely and talented @johnjay.img)

#producer #filmmmaker #indiefilm #movies #filmmaking

My work brain is notoriously hard to turn off… and when I’m trying to sleep can be when things really get going.

I love the path I’m on. I love making movies. But I don’t necessarily love the intruding thoughts!

(Photo credit to the lovely and talented @johnjay.img)

#producer #filmmmaker #indiefilm #movies #filmmaking

My work brain is notoriously hard to turn off… and when I’m trying to sleep can be when things really get going.

I love the path I’m on. I love making movies. But I don’t necessarily love the intruding thoughts!

(Photo credit to the lovely and talented @johnjay.img)

#producer #filmmmaker #indiefilm #movies #filmmaking

My work brain is notoriously hard to turn off… and when I’m trying to sleep can be when things really get going.

I love the path I’m on. I love making movies. But I don’t necessarily love the intruding thoughts!

(Photo credit to the lovely and talented @johnjay.img)

#producer #filmmmaker #indiefilm #movies #filmmaking

My work brain is notoriously hard to turn off… and when I’m trying to sleep can be when things really get going.

I love the path I’m on. I love making movies. But I don’t necessarily love the intruding thoughts!

(Photo credit to the lovely and talented @johnjay.img)

#producer #filmmmaker #indiefilm #movies #filmmaking

I hold out hope that one day filmmakers will be able to watch movies of any genre with a quiet mind. But not today.

#producer #filmmaking #indiefilm #movies #horror

Guess they call it “dump month” for a reason. 😆

Shout out to @jpthrice for the VO assist

#producer #filmmaking #indiefilm #movies