Introduce Yourself

Thank you for the suggestion. I will check them out. I will keep you all posted. Thanks again!

Hello Carrah Welcome in amazing community of fascinating creators :))

Thank you, Petra Jurasova, for the warm welcome! I am happy to be here.

Hi, Carrah Faircloth. Happy 2026! Welcome to the community. I live in North Carolina too. Congratulations on working on the short film productions and starting your first feature script!

Hi Carrah Faircloth and welcome! Happy new year to you too! Congratulations and I wish you a lot of success with your first feature screenplay.

Hi, Hannah Pugel. Happy New Year! Congratulations on finishing your first instrumental album! I just listened to some of it. It's incredible! I saved your album to my playlist so I can listen to it when I write my scripts.

Maurice Vaughan Wow, thank you so much for the compliment, I really appreciate it!

You're welcome, Hannah Pugel. Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you connect with creatives and industry professionals in Houston and all over the world. Producers, directors, executives, actors, and more. www.stage32.com/blog/the-importance-of-community-and-collaboration-in-th...

Stage 32 had a Community Open House last Monday. The recording will be up soon. It'll also help you connect with creatives and industry pros. www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32-s-december-community-open-ho...

And Stage 32 has a Job Board you could check for composing jobs (www.stage32.com/find-jobs). It gets updated regularly.

Hi @donnie welcome back! Sounds like you've had quite the journey - I hope reconnecting here opens more opportunity for you. What are you currently working on?

Hi, Donnie L. Betts. Happy New Year! Welcome back. It's great to see you again. I'm looking forward to hearing more about your project! It deals with a really important topic!

Hi @Sabrina I'm not local to you but I wanted to say g'day anyway! Always great to meet new creatives and hear what you are up to. I hope you find your next steps here on this platform - it's a great community!

Hi, Sabrina Rehnke! Happy New Year! Congratulations on completing the screenreader certification!

Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you connect with creatives and industry professionals all over the world. www.stage32.com/blog/the-importance-of-community-and-collaboration-in-th...

Stage 32 had a Community Open House last Monday. The recording will be up soon. It'll also help you make connections on here. www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32-s-december-community-open-ho...

Hey, Kai Cofer. I’m a Stage 32 Lounge Moderator. I wanted to let you know that I moved your post from the Authoring & Playwriting Lounge to the Introduce Yourself Lounge since you're introducing yourself and the ways to connect with other members in the discipline Lounges (Authoring & Playwriting Lounge, Producing Lounge, Filmmaking/Directing Lounge, etc.) are making helpful/educational posts and commenting on other people’s posts. Let me know if you have any questions.

Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you connect with creatives and industry professionals all over the world. Producers, executives, directors, writers, actors, and more. www.stage32.com/blog/the-importance-of-community-and-collaboration-in-th...

Stage 32 had a Community Open House last Monday. The recording will be up soon. It'll also help you connect with creatives and industry pros. www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32-s-december-community-open-ho...

Congratulations Paul Russell Smith - great advice and such a kind offer. Totally agree that no one is an island. I so much enjoy walking this journey with other creatives anyway.

Hey Paul! Congrats and welcome!

Happy New Year!

Jeff

Paul Russell Smith Hello! Thank you for this wonderful introduction, the best 2026 to you! And I agree? Next year, tomorrow!!!, is the beginning of a gold rush for authentic stories, fresh voices and abundance. I’m an actor and a screenwriter, gaining lots of traction with a few of my scripts and looking forward to collaborations and projects already taking shape in January.

Huge congratulations Paul, :)) that’s so kind and beautiful from you to give such a wonderful advices to others. :))

Happy New Year Paul and all the best to youu and whole your family in 2026

Hi Paul. Happy New Year! I watched Grace Point on Prime this week and really enjoyed it. The story kept me leaning in the whole way, and a few moments have stayed with me since. Huge congrats on getting it out into the world. I am curious; what do you do to regenerate between projects? I find the in-between spaces when I am not creating are just as important for coming back with a different perspective. For me that is usually cooking while I listen to music, or exercise.

Hi, Mgcinie Mpofu. Welcome to the community. Happy New Year! Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you navigate the platform and connect with creatives and industry professionals all over the world. www.stage32.com/blog/how-to-successfully-navigate-the-stage-32-platform-...

Stage 32 had a Community Open House last Monday. The recording will be up soon. It'll also help you navigate Stage 32 and connect with creatives and industry pros. www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32-s-december-community-open-ho...

I suggest adding a profile picture of yourself and a detailed bio to your profile. People will feel more comfortable networking and collaborating with you if they know what you look like. And if you have a picture, your profile will show up when someone searches for you. A detailed bio will help you build relationships/network on here. You could add things to your bio like why you became a screenwriter, your accomplishments, your goals, and what movies and shows you like.

You can upload a picture by clicking the gear symbol in the top right-hand corner and selecting “Edit profile” in the drop-down menu, then clicking the red button underneath your location and choosing "Update profile picture."

You can edit your bio by clicking the gear symbol in the top right-hand corner of Stage 32, then selecting “Edit profile” in the drop-down menu, then clicking the red button underneath your location and choosing "Edit Profile."

I think I saw some of Blade Runner growing up, Luiz Gustavo Brocco. I saw Green Book a while back. I need to rewatch it with an eye out for the visuals and color. Did you see Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein or F1 the Movie?

Maurice Vaughan For me, those are two genres that feel a bit tiring to watch, I haven’t seen them yet. I’m much more drawn to the look of older film imagery, for example Days of Heaven.

I'll check out Days of Heaven, Luiz Gustavo Brocco. Thanks. I want to watch and study older movies.

Maurice Vaughan That’s great, older films are a huge source of inspiration.

I actually did a small Days of Heaven–inspired piece myself; feel free to take a look if you’d like:

https://luizbrocco.com.br/portfolio/days-of-heaven/

I'll check it out, Luiz Gustavo Brocco. Thanks.

Hi, Fredrick Chilufya. I’m a Stage 32 Lounge Moderator. I wanted to let you know that I moved your post from the Screenwriting Lounge to the Introduce Yourself Lounge since you're introducing yourself, promoting your projects, and the ways to connect with other members in the discipline Lounges (Screenwriting Lounge, Producing Lounge, Filmmaking/Directing Lounge, etc.) are making helpful/educational posts and commenting on other people’s posts. Let me know if you have any questions.

You could search for a producer in the Browse Members section (www.stage32.com/people?name=&location=&roles=Producer).

Fredrick Chilufya, welcome! I’m Ashley Smith, Head of Community here at Stage 32. It’s great to meet you.

Your focus on crime thrillers and epic, character-driven drama really stands out. ONE WAY OUT sounds like the kind of high-stakes crime story where character choices do all the heavy lifting once the plan falls apart, and KINGS AND KINGDOMS feels right in that epic space where power, loyalty, and ambition collide. Both are genres where strong producers and smart development partners can really elevate the material.

You’ll likely find some great conversations and potential connections in the Screenwriting Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting) and the Producing Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/producing), especially with producers and writers who are actively developing crime, thriller, and epic drama projects. If you’re thinking about positioning these projects for the market, the Financing Lounge can also be valuable for understanding how producers are packaging and funding work like this (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/fundraising).

If you’re a writer looking to keep momentum going and get more eyes on your work, you may also want to explore the Stage 32 Writer’s Room. There’s a free month available here, which gives you access to pitch practices, networking, and live Zooms with working pros from around the world: https://www.stage32.com/writers-room/plans-vip.

For next steps around development, packaging, or connecting with producers who align with your goals, our Success Team can provide curated resources and guidance. You can always reach them at (Success@Stage32.com). And if you’re interested in sharpening your pitch or learning more about the business side, our Education Team is happy to point you toward the right classes or webinars at (Edu@Stage32.com).

Ashley Renee Smith thank you so much for the positive feedback it's really encouraging.

Congratulations Matthew Kravchuk - what an awesome achievement! Glad you're with us!

Welcome and Congratulations!! That is awesome!

Hi Matthew, do you have any more videos? I'm from flushing queens by the way

Hey Matthew Kravchuk congradulations!

Welcome

Grace Minton You have a lot of skills valuable to many on this platform. Welcome to our community.

Hi Grace Minton, welcome to Stage 32 and happy to have you here!

I’m Ashley Smith, Head of Community at Stage 32. It’s great to meet you, and I love how clearly you’ve articulated where you’re coming from. Your background as a project manager, event planner, and coordinator is actually a huge asset in this industry. So much of film and television runs on organization, communication, scheduling, and calm problem-solving under pressure, which you already do every day.

If you’re looking to ease into the industry while building skills remotely, I’d recommend spending time in the Producing Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/producing) and the Filmmaking Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/directing). Those are great places to see how projects come together, learn the language of production, and connect with producers and filmmakers who often need organized, reliable support. You may also enjoy the Screenwriting Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting), not necessarily to write, but to understand how development and creative conversations work.

Since you’re new and actively looking to learn the landscape, I strongly recommend reaching out to our Education Team at (Edu@Stage32.com). Let them know your background, your availability, and that you’re interested in production and coordination roles. They can point you toward specific webinars, labs, or classes from our 3,000+ hours of on-demand education that align perfectly with your goals, without you feeling overwhelmed.

As you start thinking about longer-term pathways, our Success Team is also a fantastic resource. You can email them at (Success@Stage32.com) and share what kind of roles you’re hoping to grow into. They help members understand next steps, curated opportunities, and how to position themselves strategically on Stage 32.

Welcome to the Stage 32 community, Grace!

Hello & Welcome to S32!

Hey Grace Minton happy new year!

You're welcome, Jeremy Beimfohr. I'm a Stage 32 Lounge Moderator. If you ever have any questions about Stage 32, let me or another Lounge Moderator know. We have badges on our pictures. Or you could email support@stage32.com.

Welcome. I love that, "pushing through with my ideas...". Keep it up!

Hi Jeremy Beimfohr, welcome to Stage 32. I’m Ashley Smith, Head of Community here, and I’m really glad you took the time to share your story.

First of all, you’re making a very smart move starting with a short film. That instinct to test your workflow, storytelling, and production process on a smaller scale before jumping fully into a feature is exactly how a lot of filmmakers build confidence and momentum. Shooting your short on an iPhone 16 Pro Max is also a great choice. Plenty of strong films have been made that way, and it lets you focus on story, performances, and visual language without waiting for “perfect” gear. Planning to step up to a Sony FX3 for your feature makes sense when the time comes, but what matters most right now is that you’re actually creating.

As you’re getting started, you may find the Filmmaking Lounge especially helpful (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/directing). It’s a great place to talk production, gear, shooting strategies, and learn from others who’ve made shorts and features at every budget level. If you’re developing scripts for your short and feature, the Screenwriting Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting) is full of writers and filmmakers workshopping ideas and offering feedback. And as you move deeper into planning and logistics, the Producing Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/producing) can be incredibly useful for pre-production thinking and problem-solving.

If you ever want more guided learning, our Education Team is there to help. You can email them at (Edu@Stage32.com) and let them know you’re a new filmmaker working toward your first short and feature, and they can recommend specific webinars or classes that fit exactly where you are right now. And when you’re ready to think about next steps, strategy, or professional pathways for your projects, our Success Team at (Success@Stage32.com) can help point you toward curated resources and opportunities.

Ashley Renee Smith Thank you!

Bravo Jeremy Beimfohr - Doing it! Just do it.