Should You Work for Free to Move Ahead Creatively?

Should You Work for Free to Move Ahead Creatively?

As creatives, we are all too often asked to volunteer our time and resources for free. Film and music people are notoriously known  for being expected to give their time for nothing more than recognition and a thank you. As a musician and a filmmaker I have worked at...
It Never Hurts to Ask … or Does it?

It Never Hurts to Ask … or Does it?

One of the challenges I face as a producer is the fear of rejection. Being afraid to ask for something because someone might say “no” is probably not high on the list of desirable things you want in a top-notch producer! So how do I deal with this part of my psyche?...