411 episodes

Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing hosted by directors. Each week we interview filmmakers on writing, cinematography, development and acting to learn how to build a successful career as a filmmaker in the Hollywood industry.
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Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and Directing Filmmakers Matt Enlow & Oren Kaplan

    • TV & Film
    • 4.8 • 20 Ratings

Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing hosted by directors. Each week we interview filmmakers on writing, cinematography, development and acting to learn how to build a successful career as a filmmaker in the Hollywood industry.
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    Ballin' & Bookin' w/Tom Morris - Just Shoot It 421

    Ballin' & Bookin' w/Tom Morris - Just Shoot It 421

    Director Tom Morris is back on the pod this week to catch up with Matt & Oren and discuss the ins and outs of booking directing jobs!
    Matt's Endorsement: Oneohtrix Point Never & CBTM
    Oren's Endorsement: Burger Lounge
    Tom's Endorsement: Flouring Bakery
    Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.
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    Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.
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    • 1 hr 9 min
    Scheduling w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 420

    Scheduling w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 420

    This week, Matt & Oren catch up and discuss the stress of scheduling your filmmaking life!
    Matt's Endorsement: Bob Baker Marionette Theater & Bob Baker Day
    Oren's Endorsement: Pen Click, Tesla, & Oren's Insta
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    Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.
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    • 1 hr 9 min
    Networking w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 419

    Networking w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 419

    It's a Matt & Oren episode! This week, the fellas do a little catching up and dive into all things networking!
    Who you should be networking with, how you should network, and the different places and platforms you should consider when networking!
    Matt's Endorsement: Spider Short Film & Skadis Pegboards
    Oren's Endorsement: YouTube Premium & Slice of Life
    Editor Noah's Endorsement: The Grand Rapids Film Society
    Sign Up for Bea Chahin's Office PA BootCamp: https://shorturl.at/BGMNT
    Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.
    Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.
    Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.
    Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.
    Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.

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    • 1 hr 23 min
    The Comedy Process w/Eddie Schmidt - Just Shoot It 418

    The Comedy Process w/Eddie Schmidt - Just Shoot It 418

    This week, Matt & Oren chatted with Eddie Schmidt about directing the new Peacock Original, Good One: A Show About Jokes, and the process behind empowering his interview subjects to be the funniest and most authentic versions of themselves.
    Matt's Endorsement: X-Men 97
    Oren's Endorsement: Sergio's Dance Video & Savanah Moss
    Eddie's Endorsement: Problemista
    Sign Up for Bea Chahin's Office PA BootCamp: https://shorturl.at/BGMNT
    Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.
    Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.
    Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.
    Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.
    Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.
    Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojy
    See who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPod
    Music was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.
    Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos.
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    • 1 hr 6 min
    The Casting Director Panel - Just Shoot It 417

    The Casting Director Panel - Just Shoot It 417

    Matt & Oren are joined by Danielle Aufiero, Mary Ruth Manley, and Jane Flowers for a special casting-themed LIVE SHOW at the Lee Strasberg Institute!
    Matt's Endorsement: Grandpa's Weeder
    Oren's Endorsement: The Lost Endorsement
    Danielle's Endorsement: Parmesan Cheese, Boy Swallows Universe, Underestimated: The Wisdom and Power of Teenage Girls
    Jane's Endorsement: The Dog House UK
    Mary's Endorsement: Dot's Pretzels
    Sign Up for Bea Chahin's Office PA BootCamp: https://shorturl.at/BGMNT
    Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.
    Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.
    Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.
    Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.
    Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.
    Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojy
    See who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPod
    Music was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.
    Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos.
    Get bonus content on Patreon
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    • 1 hr 7 min
    Documenting Redemption w/Brenton Gieser - Just Shoot It 416

    Documenting Redemption w/Brenton Gieser - Just Shoot It 416

    Director Brenton Gieser hops on the pod with Matt & Oren this week to discuss his upcoming documentary feature: The 50!
    Matt's Endorsement: Chuao Chocolate & A Real Camera
    Oren's Endorsement: Gawx Interview & IG Networking
    Brenton's Endorsement: The Eleven by Kyle Rutkin & Directing Actors

    Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.
    Get a Free copy of ShotLister Pro!
    Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.
    Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.
    Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.
    Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.
    Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojy
    See who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPod
    Music was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.
    Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos.
    Get bonus content on Patreon
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    • 1 hr 10 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
20 Ratings

20 Ratings

keenandp ,

Just shoot it

I’ve been working in the film industry for about 5 years a Dp/ Director and this podcast is everything I needed. I have doubts about my career and this podcast helps me keep grinding.

mikbrad ,

Can't get enough!

Matt and Oren! What can I say? I love your podcast! You have such thoughtful conversations with a diverse range of guests who really have insightful perspectives about the industry - perfect for emerging and seasoned filmmakers alike. I reccomend your podcast to all my friends in the industry and can't wait for more episodes. Keep it up!

Cory Thibert ,

Consitent Filmmaking Podcast

Just Shoot It is a consistent filmmaking podcast, with a good mix of independent filmmaking insights/interviews as well as the day to day lifestyle of commercial directors.
They have great guests on and do a good job of keeping each episode fresh and offering new perspectives on the creative process, the business and the lifestyle of being a filmmaker.

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