Actor - Kemery Ball - KP1 Studios stage combat /stunt class

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Stunt Class at Fulton Film Company
Last week I arrived at what I thought would be my normal actors’ workout. Little did I know I would end up beating the crud out of my acting coach and loving every minute of it! Don’t get it twisted; I don’t have a mean bone in my body.

Instead of our normal class that night we had a stunt/fight scene class. I learned to punch, slap, and kick someone on camera without connecting. I also learned how to take a beating for the camera safely.


There were three girls there that night. First we all practiced the basics of fighting on camera with coach Kp Phagnasay. Then after practicing George and Kp of Fulton Film Company scripted a fight scene and then from there it was on! The scene was set; Kp was a robber who had broken in to the studio. The three girls were there to defend their territory. We all had a weapon.

The three of us huddled around Kp ready for battle. My weapon of choice, coat hangers! Yep, I can hook a mean ear with a pair of coat hangers. We each took our turn giving Kp a beating. Then after he was hurting we turned the lights off and he got slammed to the floor.

Wow, we had way too much fun giving KP a beat down.


We were having a ball. We did the take over and over again, but never once was it boring. Each time we did the scene we got better at it, until we were in a sort of dance until the end of the scene. We laughed between takes and watching ourselves beat Kp on camera.


We were so wrapped up in our scene we barely noticed George Ohan rolling on the ground and jumping through air to get the perfect shot.

This class was amazing. I never thought I would enjoy on screen fighting. I look forward to more stunt and fighting classes at Fulton Film Company and I would highly recommend you give it a try.
Kemery Ball, 11 years old, actress, singer, dancer

Why pay a photographer for their service?

If your toilet was clogged, would you call the plumber and ask him to "hook you up on a free gig?" The list goes on: mechanic, barber, chef, doctor, electrician, all of those people get paid for their services.... Right? 


WHY should I pay a professional photographer? 


1. His or Her TIME 


2. Equipment - Digital camera & Lens package 


3. Flash & Lighting 


4. Memory cards or Film 


5. Education, Training & Practice required to know this skill 


6. Travel expenses 


7. Time to process images in post-production 


8. Promotional & website costs


9. Income tax for freelance 


10. Phone 


11. Food 


12. Housing 


13. Living expenses 



.....but you can get good "Exposure" & "Experience" for your efforts. 


MESSAGE FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: 
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GET PAID, OR STARVE ARTIST. You have to start getting paid for your craft at some point.... That point is NOW. 


Start charging people what you are worth. You are adding value to their situation with your art and craft. They must respect your art with their wallets. 


I hope this motivates a new photographer to start earning income and building their future. You can be happy by getting paid to do what you love to do. 


What services do you provide? How much does it cost? Make a list. 


(Some situations a barter for services is acceptable) 


Very Respectfully, 

George Ohan 
Mentor

Small business owner, quick tips for growth

Small business owner, quick tips for growth

1.     Do NOT have an “intern” handle your social media accounts. You can’t trust the BRAND of your business with someone who does not understand how to properly communicate online with potential customers.

2.     Focus on 5 or less social media sites. FOCUS.

3.     Direct your customers to your website. Do you have a site?

4.     Gather emails; set up a consistent email campaign for return customers.

5.     Set goals for what you want to achieve weekly. Accountability.

6.     Does the amount and type of activity you’re doing, match your desired goals?

7.     Does your digital content  (Video & Photos) serve your story and brand?

If you can’t or don’t want to handle your digital content needs, there are people like me who would love to take care of your “computer work” for you.

Very respectfully,

George Ohan

Independent Film Producer

Fulton Film Company

Fresno, CA

FultonFilmCompany@gmail.com 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-ohan-1b882031

SAMPLE FLYER for small business

Services offered:

1. HD Video

2. Photos

3. Logo

4. Website

5. Flyers

6. Social media pages

7. Blogs

8. Photography portfolio

9. Business plan for financing

10. Entertainment business consultation

11. Commercials

12. Talent

13. Film production

14. Video / Photography equipment rentals

15. Video editing 

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How to be a successful non-union actor

Success PLAN for non-union actors, models, filmmakers 

Situation assessment for this current year:

1.     What went right?

2.     What went wrong?

3.     What can you do better in the next 12 months?

Goal setting:

1.     Did you set specific and measurable goals for the last 12 months?

2.     How many goals did you achieve?

3.     Did you fall short on any of your goals? Why?

4.     What are your goals for the next 12 months?

Activity:

1.     How much training did you attend for acting?

2.     How many auditions did you go on?

3.     How many roles did you submit for?

4.     Did you sign up for a legitimate casting website?

5.     Did you seek a manager, or agent? Do you need one?

Entertainment business networking:

1.     How many entertainment business-networking events did you attend?

2.     How many independent filmmakers did you meet this year? Who?

3.     Did you send follow-up emails to every person that you met this year?

4.     How many emails did you personally send to casting directors, managers, and agents to introduce yourself?

5.     Did you attend any film festivals or premieres?

Social media:

1.     Do you own a website? You need one.

2.     What is your BRAND? When I think of you, what should come to my mind?

3.     Are your posts interesting, relevant, and consistent?

4.     Do you respond to all comments and messages from followers?

5.     What have you gained from social media, financially?

Digital content:

1.     Would you have a current video reel, at the request of a casting director?

2.     How recent, and how good are your Headshots?

3.     Do you have a text and photo blog as part of your social media strategy?

4.     Is your photo portfolio diverse enough to show many different looks?

5.     Do you have a voice-over (V.O.) reel to submit for auditions?

6.     What do you sell on a digital platform to earn income? E-book, downloads?

All of this information will help you go down the path of becoming a union actor with 

SAG-AFTRA. There are many ways of achieving different levels of success. What is your definition of success?

I offer entertainment business consultations to independent actors, models, filmmakers, and entertainers that are seeking a career in Hollywood. Contact me.

Very respectfully,

George Ohan

Independent Film Producer

Fulton Film Company

Fresno, CA

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-ohan-1b882031

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