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Traveling overseas for filming sounds exciting… until you hit the airport. In this episode of Shooting Spitballs, we dive into the real challenges filmmakers face when flying with camera gear - from lost baggage and oversized camera bags to the dreaded carnet paperwork.

We share stories, tips, and the potential pitfalls you need to know before saying yes to an overseas shoot.

Whether you’re a filmmaker preparing for your first international job or a seasoned pro who’s had their fair share of airport dramas, this episode is packed with insights to save you stress, time, and money.

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https://www.shotnstrungfilms.com/shootingspitballs

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What happens when you’re hired to shoot a same-day edit at a busy expo… and your junior editor is slowing everything down? 🎥

In this episode of Shooting Spitballs, we dive into:
• The stress of filming and cutting content under crazy expo deadlines
• How to manage (or survive) working with a junior editor who’s causing bottlenecks
• Our best tips for shooting strategically when time is against you

If you’ve ever had to deliver a polished edit the same day you shoot — this one’s for you.

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In this episode of Shooting Spitballs, we break down how to film a wedding proposal on a pier — from choosing the right gear to handling high-pressure moments when emotions run high.

We talk through the technical setup for capturing such a once-in-a-lifetime moment, including how to frame the scene, manage sound, and even deal with a surprise client request: live streaming the proposal in real time!

But it’s not always smooth sailing… What happens when people on the pier don’t want to be filmed and start getting angry? We share the creative solutions, lessons learned, and how to avoid common pitfalls when filming proposals in public spaces.

You can find the reference images for this episode below.

https://www.shotnstrungfilms.com/shootingspitballs