Vixen to Vixen

From the Founder is a new series by Screen Vixens founder Leonie Marsh. A raw, behind-the-scenes look at building a business in the screen industry and navigating a producing slate as a female indie producer and mother. ------- This episode of Vixen to Vixen was proudly brought to you by Screen Vixens - the essential community for women indie screen producers. Check out our  website & membersh...

Today, I'm thrilled to introduce a truly inspiring guest, Liza van der Smissen, who has made remarkable strides in the film industry. Starting her journey as an actress, Liza founded the Female Film Club during the pandemic, which has quickly grown into the go-to online members club for female filmmakers. Her work has been recognised multiple times in Variety, underscoring her impact and dedic...

Ep 15: My Tech Stack – The Tools That Power Screen Vixens Essential Tools and Strategies for Running a Creative Business In this special Business Mini Series episode of Vixen to Vixen, host Leonie Marsh, an indie producer and founder of Screen Vixens, shares the essential tools, systems, and strategies she uses to run Screen Vixens. Leonie introduces key software such as Kajabi for managing digita...

Making Strategic Choices: When to Attach to a Project as a Producer In this episode of 'Vixen to Vixen,' host Leonie Marsh discusses how women screen producers can strategically assess when to attach to a project. She delves into the pressures to say yes, the importance of aligning with compelling stories, the significance of the creative team, and strategic career moves. Leonie also touch...

In this episode of Vixen, Leonie Marsh discusses the impactful and free behaviours that can significantly enhance your reputation, relationships and career as a female indie screen producer. Leonie shares 15 simple yet powerful practices, such as being kind, respectful and timely with communication. These habits are essential for building trust and setting yourself apart in the industry. Tune in t...

Finding the Right Producer: Building Lasting Creative Partnerships In this episode of Vixen to Vixen, host and founder of Screen Vixens, Leone Marsh, addresses one of the most frequently asked questions from women screen producers: how to find a producer or creative partner. Leone dispels common misconceptions and highlights the importance of creating value-aligned relationships. She emphasises th...

Finding Mentors and Collaborators in the Film Industry with Screen Vixens Founder Leonie Marsh In this episode of Filmesque , Sage interviews Leonie Marsh, an accomplished producer who shares her journey from working in development and production at the New South Wales Film and Television Office to gaining significant producing credits in London. Leonie discusses the challenges she faced balancing...

Navigating the Producer's Journey with Screen Vixens Leonie Marsh (producer, mother and founder of Screen Vixens) provides an overview of the indie producer's career journey. She highlights five key stages: emerging in development momentum building freelancing and scaling international and leadership Leonie shares her personal experiences and insights, emphasising the importance of going a...

Please note this episode has a trigger warning and contains discussions regarding assault and abuse. Michela's Bio: Michela Carattini is a Panamanian-Australian who grew up a U.S. Army-brat in Germany. She graduated  magna cum laude  from Columbia University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Creative Writing, and with distinction from the University of Sydney Law School with a Masters...

Today Leonie speaks to OG Vixen and producer extraordinaire Andrena Finlay. Andrena has been producing films since 1983 and mentoring up and coming producers alongside her the whole time. In this episode we hear about her early career - her approach to filmmaking and what makes a great producer. Grab a cuppa and relax, this is a must listen. Show Notes: Jodi Matterson - Good Weekend Article, SMH J...

Lin Tam is an award-winning Director, Producer, and Writer renowned for her pioneering work in animation and technology. She is a trailblazer in the field of AI-enhanced storytelling, consistently pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the animation industry. Her acclaimed short film "Friendship," has garnered international recognition, being featured in over 25 esteemed film f...

Shideh Faramand is an award-winning writer, director, actor and producer, residing in Toowoomba, Queensland. Her short films ‘A Reluctant Bride’ and ‘Amalia Lucia Gomez is Gluten Intolerant’ have screened at festivals with audiences across Australia, North America and Europe, as well as being broadcast on national television in Romania and Sweden. Passionate about creating strong female driven con...

Brooke Collard is a beloved Regional WA Vixen, a writer/producer and a mum to one. In this episode, she discusses her First Nations production company, producing as a parent and what Screen Vixens means to her. About Brooke: Brooke Collard is a Ballardong/Whadjuk Noongar woman, and proud mother of a toddler. As a Producer and Writer, Brooke is creating opportunities for authentic representation fo...

In this episode Leonie catches up with WA Regional Vixen Chanel Bowen at Screen Forever in March 2024. Chanel is not only a producer but an advocate for Access Coordinating - a specialised role bringing expert knowledge of film and TV production, plus experience in advocating for access required for DDN (Deaf, Disabled and Neurodivergent) talent in all roles on set or production. About Chanel: Cha...

We kick off 2023 with writer / director / producer Julie Kalceff and producer Kirsty Stark . They chat about how they met and working on their first project together (the Emmy award winning TV Series FIRST DAY), what makes a good producer and how their values drive their work. Acknowledgement of Country - Lisa Jacobi Show Notes: - First Day - Starting From Now - Wastelanda Panda - Crew HQ - The Lo...

Vixens Ellenor Cox (Producer, Personal Coach and Professional Mentor) and Renée Brack (storyteller, journalist, writer and screen professional) discuss how they met and why networking is still important, their collaboration on Ticketyboo - a documentary about Renée's relationship with her father as he declined with dementia, and the changes they want to see in our industry going forward includ...

Vixens Racheal Rauch (Development Exec and Co-Founder of LIFT) and Nicole Delprado (Producer, Writer, Director) discuss the concept of job sharing in our industry. Acknowledgement of Country - Lark Lee Show Notes: - LIFT (Ladies in Film & TV - UK) - IF Mag Article "Job sharing: Is it one of the answers to equity, diversity, and the skills shortage?" - BFI Skills Review 2022 - A Wider...

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