Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and Directing

  Join us for a conversation with rockstar comedy director, Peter Atencio. Not only has he directed every episode of Key and Peele, but he's also directed for Last Man On Earth, the movie Keanu, and is currently working on a new pilot for ABC. Listen in for some hilarious anecdotes about working on Key and Peele, as well as a candid discussion about the ups and downs of comedy directing and wh...

This week get ready for a classic Oren and Matt catch up episode! Tune in as Oren regales us with tales from his latest commercial campaign, while Matt tells us about his latest passion project and how he just shot it! Matt and Oren then do a deep dive on Hollywood unions, teamsters, and what it really means for a shoot to “flip”. Also don’t forget to check out Oren’s unpaid endorsement at  https:...

Tune in for a special crossover episode with actress, author, and host of the podcast That One Audition, Alyshia Ochse. Having acted in True Detective, Ballers, Life Sentence, and a variety of soap operas, Alyshia has years of auditioning experience and set work under her belt. She also hosts the podcast, "That One Audition," where she interviews top actors and discuss their most life-chan...

This week we sit down with writer/director Jesse Atlas, known for his high-concept, character driven genre thrillers. Having directed the hit short films "Record/Play" (Sundance, 2013) and "Let Them Die Like Lovers" (Tribeca, 2018), Jesse talks about how to leverage your short film and expand it into a feature or series. Listen in as Jesse provides invaluable tools and strategies f...

Dan Siegel (writer/producer) and Shane Spiegel (director/producer) are a comedy duo and the creative geniuses behind the Universal Kids show, "Junk Drawer Magical Adventures". In this episode Dan and Shane tell us about the development and making of show, as well as their experiences pulling off elaborate pranks for the Captain Underpants franchise and on prank TV shows. Trust us, you won&...

Join us for a conversation with Spencer Lee Griffin, Head of Live Action Development and Production at Stoopid Buddy Stoodios. Having previously worked as an executive producer for College Humor, Comedy Central, and MTV, Spencer is a seasoned comedy producer. In this episode he shares with us how to write a compelling treatment for your TV show, as well as how to sell both yourself and your script...

We sit down with film and television director, Maggie Kiley ( Scream Queens, American Horror Story, Riverdale, 9-1-1 ) to discuss her journey from acting in New York to directing in LA. In this episode Maggie discusses how she utilizes her acting background onset, the importance of listening when directing for television, and how to cultivate a strong mentor-mentee relationship. Be sure to look ou...

This week we sit down with writer/director, Bobby Miller to discuss the making of his debut feature film,  The Cleanse  (now playing!) .  In this episode Bobby shares his experiences working with A-list talent and Animatronics, the importance of resilience in Hollywood, and the power of a haunting ending to close out your movie.  To learn more about the  The Cleanse , visit  TheCleanseFilm.com  or...

We sit down with DP Andy Ryz (Rydzewski) to talk cinematography. He shares his experience from shooting mulitple series over the last few years.  Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help support the show:  www.patreon.com/JustShootItPod As always, follow @ MrMattEnlow  ( www.twitter.com/MrMattEnlow ) and Oren @ SmiteyPieLeg ( www.twitter.com/SmiteyPieLeg ) on twitter. For more episodes vis...

  Matt and Oren are catching up, and talking about how directors represent themselves socially. Its a deep dive into the way our hosts see themselves, and how they share thier excitement and careers with others. ALSO, we launched our Patreon! Contribute to it here, and help support the show: https://www.patreon.com/JustShootItPod As always, follow @ MrMattEnlow  ( www.twitter.com/MrMattEnlow ) and...

You know Payman's work on Last Man on Earth, Brooklyn 99, Angie Tribeca, The Good Place and Key & Peele, and he's joined us for a live discussion at USC.  …
Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing, filmmaking and storytelling. Each week we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. W...

Commercial directing guru Jordan Brady from the Respect the Process podcast joins us to do a crossover episode. We talk about traditional vs. branded content worlds, and tips and tricks of commercial directing.  …
Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing, filmmaking and storytelling. Each week we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they b...

Matt and Oren sit down with Kelly Landry, an actor turned director.  …
Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing, filmmaking and storytelling. Each week we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We're all about getting off your butt and making your own videos. We'll share tips and stor...

Matt and Oren have a frank conversation about "getting drinks" and the social conventions of hollywood meetings. …
Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing, filmmaking and storytelling. Each week we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We're all about getting off your butt and m...

Matt and Oren answer listener questions on being a production assistant in hollywood, building a film collective, and of course, moving to LA.  This episode is sponsored by Film Casualty. Visit  www.filmcasualty.com/justshootit  to learn more about how they can help protect your film business, gear, project, & crew with Film Casualty Insurance Agency. …
Just Shoot It is a podcast about directi...

Adi Shankar is the producer of Studio Films such as The Grey, Dredd, and A Walk Among the Tombstones. But he gained notoriety by releasing his own bootleg fan films based on The Punisher, Venom, and the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. Now he has directed new series for Netflix and talks about his don't-wait-for-permission philosophy behind making the projects that get him excited. This episode i...

Julia Prescott, Creator/Writer of Townies joins us to talk writing, creating the show (that Matt directed) writing for animation and her innovative approach to TV pilots.  Check out more of Townies on Blackpills: https://www.blackpills.com/   This episode is sponsored by Film Casualty. Visit  www.filmcasualty.com/justshootit  to learn more about how they can help protect your film business, gear,...

After 100 episodes, Oren and Matt recount their favorite filmmaking tips, tricks and advice from the show.    This episode is sponsored by Film Casualty. Visit  www.filmcasualty.com/justshootit  to learn more about how they can help protect your film business, gear, project, & crew with Film Casualty Insurance Agency. …
Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing, filmmaking and storytelling. E...

Maureen Bharoocha started her career behind the counter at Sprinkles cupcakes, but through some resourcefulness and creativity, she turned her day job into an awesome career.  Check out her website here: http://www.maureenbharoocha.com/ This episode is sponsored by Film Casualty. Visit  www.filmcasualty.com/justshootit  to learn more about how they can help protect your film business, gear, projec...

Lessons from the Screenplay is one of the most popular, exciting and insightful video essay series on youtube, so we were ecstatic to have the series' host and creator Michael Tucker on Just Shoot It. Michael is a director and writer in his own right, and started Lessons from the Screenplay to learn more about the craft of screenwriting. It's a great conversation with a smart, insightful c...

Matt and Oren tackle listner questions this week. We cover everything from apprenticeships, to booking that first commercial gig, to working on weekends.  This episode is sponsored by Film Casualty. Visit  www.filmcasualty.com/justshootit  to learn more about how they can help protect your film business, gear, project, & crew with Film Casualty Insurance Agency.   …
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Pat Bishop shares his best practices and core values in creating the new series Corporate on Comedy Central with Matt Ingebretson and Jake Weisman. Learn how Pat crafted a one-of-a-kind series from beginning to end.  This episode is sponsored by Film Casualty. Visit  www.filmcasualty.com/justshootit  to learn more about how they can help protect your film business, gear, project, & crew with F...

Mercedes Bryce Morgan joins us for a conversation about how to shoot action, and helming a big sci-fi reboot in her new series Stargate: Origins.  Enjoy some behind the scenes footage here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9xeV4KLtso   …
Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing, filmmaking and storytelling. Each week we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and acto...

  As promised, here's our bonus episode where we A your Qs!  …
Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing, filmmaking and storytelling. Each week we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We're all about getting off your butt and making your own videos. Each week we'll share tips an...

We're doing it LIVE! Join Matt and Oren for a live recording in front of a packed audience of Just Shoot It Listeners to talk about making television with EP/Creator/Actor Melissa Hunter (Shitty Boyfriends, Santa Clarita Diet, Back Seat Bitches), Show Runner/Director Matt Pollock (Adam Ruins Everying, Hot Date) and Editor Turned Director Matt Barber (the 100, iZombie, Lethal Weapon).  And stay...