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Filmmaker Overview

Comprehensive guide to filmmaker features, dashboard capabilities, and project management tools on Short Film Universe.

What You Can Do as a Filmmaker

Create & Manage Projects
  • Multi-step project creation with various genres
  • Track progress through all project phases
  • Define characters and crew roles
  • Budget and timeline management
Build Your Team
  • Search cast members with privacy protection
  • Find crew members by technical roles
  • Send role-specific invitations
  • Send and manage invitations
Compete & Showcase
  • Submit to SFU Pitch Fest competitions
  • Promote with Spotlight+ features
  • Build reputation through completed projects
  • Earn achievement badges
Network & Collaborate
  • Post casting calls on Casting Wall
  • Participate in community forums
  • Connect with other filmmakers
  • Share contact details securely

Dashboard Features

Profile Management
Professional profile with reputation system and achievements
  • • SFU ID system
  • • Reputation scoring
  • • Achievement badges
  • • Company information
Project Dashboard
Visual project cards with progress tracking and phase indicators
  • • Project phase tracking
  • • Completion percentages
  • • Visual progress bars
  • • Quick actions
Current Status Widget
Real-time overview of your current filmmaking activity
  • • Active project status
  • • Progress indicators
  • • Motivational messages
  • • Last activity
Filmmaker's Toolkit
Essential tools for every stage of filmmaking
  • • Project management
  • • Cast & crew search
  • • Shotlist builder
  • • Schedule editor

Project Phase System

Track your projects through every stage of development with visual progress indicators.

Idea

Initial concept development and planning

Pre-production

Script development, planning, and team assembly

Production

Active filming and content creation

Post-production

Editing, sound design, and final touches

Completed

Finished project ready for distribution

Reputation System

Build your reputation through completed projects and earn recognition in the filmmaking community.

Newcomer
0-99 points

Just starting your filmmaking journey

Emerging
100-299 points

Gaining experience and building skills

Developing
300-599 points

Developing your unique voice and style

Skilled
600-999 points

Demonstrating consistent quality work

Professional
1000-1999 points

Recognized for professional excellence

Legend
2000+ points

Master filmmaker with exceptional reputation

Quick Start Guide
Get started with your filmmaking journey in just a few steps

For New Filmmakers

  1. 1Complete your filmmaker profile
  2. 2Create your first project
  3. 3Define characters and crew roles
  4. 4Start inviting cast and crew

Essential Features

  • Project creation and management
  • Team recruitment tools
  • Invitation management system
  • Secure contact sharing

Explore More Guides

Project Creation

Learn how to create and manage film projects with our comprehensive guide.

Team Building

Discover how to find and recruit cast and crew members for your projects.

Invitation Management

Master the invitation system to build your ideal film team.