Wellness

On Set Food Choices with Lydia Hurlbut
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Healthy Filmmaker: On Set Eating Habits

Let’s talk about on set eating habits. Production is a stressful time full of countless obstacles that filmmakers must face in order to make their day. Maintaining clean eating habits on a film set can be challenging due to the fast-paced, hectic nature of the work. During such trying times, our first…
HEALTHY HABITS FOR THE POST-PRODUCTION EDIT BAY with Lydia
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HEALTHY HABITS FOR THE POST-PRODUCTION EDIT BAY

I sat down with Filmmakers Academy mentor Joaquin Elizondo for episode 35 of his Hollywood Editing Mentor Podcast. Post-production is full of its own unique challenges separate from production. But let’s face it, sometimes they get overshadowed compared to some of the harrowing stories we hear from…
The Summer of Wellness
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THE SUMMER OF WELLNESS

Who doesn’t love those summer months where the days are longer, the sun is brighter, and life feels even more beautiful? While summer is typically the most active season, filmmakers face long stretches of time under the sun, sweltering heat waves, and less time to recover after the work day. We care…
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Mental Health in the Film Industry

Seasoned filmmakers understand that health, wellness, and safety are the key tenets of lasting mental health – and a long career in the film industry. Of course, talent and hard work are essential for getting the next job and progressing in your field. However, if you do not sustain your mind and body,…
Jessica Chastain recognizes suicide awareness in impassioned Oscars speech
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Jessica Chastain recognizes mental health awareness in impassioned Oscars speech

“For any of you out there who do in fact feel hopeless or alone,” said Jessica Chastain in her Oscar-winning speech for the role of the titular televangelist in The Eyes of Tammy Faye, “I just want you to know that you're unconditionally loved for the uniqueness that is you." Jessica Chastain…
Filmmaking Nutrition: Clean Eating On Set
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Filmmaking Nutrition: Clean Eating On Set

Filmmakers are faced with a particularly difficult challenge. I mean, just try navigating craft services without picking up something too sugary or full of carbs. Repeat after me: Clean eating is possible. Now that we positively affirmed ourselves, let’s talk about solutions.  The food that you…
Energy Management is Your Key to Success

Energy Management is Your Key to Success

The demands of 12 and even 14 hour days make it nearly impossible to hit the gym on a regular basis or follow a daily ritual. However, with a few easy changes to your routine, managing optimal levels of energy day in and day out is doable for filmmakers. The tips below will help you feel sharp and alert…
Filmmaking Health 101: Sleep Wellness

Healthy Habits for Filmmakers: Sleep Wellness

Anyone who’s made a career in production knows how it oftentimes feels impossible to maintain continuity in your sleep cycle. Days often span 16+ hours, especially when considering the commute, and just as your head hits the pillow, your alarm goes off and you’re cursing your call time. Fortunately,…
Cinematographer working on film project
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Filmmaking Fitness: Stay Healthy and On Set

Filmmaking Fitness has been overlooked by cast and crew for long enough. It's time to take care of your body! You are a Director of Photography. You work on film sets for months at a time. You’re one of the key roles on set. You have hundreds of crew members who rely on you for direction…
Mushroom Coffee Mix

Coffee – Top 5 Alternatives to Get You Moving!

Coffee Rocks! I started drinking it in college as a nursing student when I had to be at the hospital by 6:00 am and have enjoyed it ever since, except when I was pregnant. A cup of coffee in the morning is routine not only for me, but for many filmmakers, especially those with early call times or pulling…
line drawn in sand with bare feet
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How Boundaries Create Opportunities

By: Lydia Hurlbut, CEO - Setting boundaries will give you the comfort, ease, and power to navigate your career and your personal life.
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