Making Movies and the SAG-AFTRA Strike Ft Guillermo E. Barahona C and Rose Donahue
Ever wonder what it's like being a producer on movies, music videos, and anything in between? Today, I have Guillermo and Rose on the podcast to chat all things producing! We discuss the nitty gritty and the fun aspects of what it's like being a producer. We also discuss SAG-AFTRA strike and how to support actors and indie films during this time.
We also chat about:
- How they met and their background
- Their journey into the entertainment industry
- Difference between writing scripts and books
- Will the indie space improve during SAG AFTRA strike?
- Where can others watch independent films?
- Budgeting difference for Hollywood Vs. Indie films
- Favorite and least favorite aspects of producing
- What they wish they knew before becoming a producer
More About Guillermo
Guillermo E. Barahona C. is a Vegas based producer, writer, and talent. Starting out in the couples game show, "Lovers or Losers" and on the "Downtown Podcast", Guillermo has experience on stage and on film sets where he learned the importance of a well coordinated team to achieve results. From cooking show pilots, to voicing in documentaries and audiobooks, he's eager to learn the many roles in production. Most recently, he has collaborated with Rose Donahue on two short films: "Moe" and "Decision" in which they both have co-Directed/Produced/Written and acted in. He's also the author of "Terremoto: On Surviving the Disaster of 2001", and "Death Gamble"
Instagram: @guillbarahona
More about Rose
Rose Donahue has worked on independent film sets, national commercials, music videos, and corporate projects as a producer and talent. She recognizes that each project has different needs depending on the client and depending on her role on set. She's accustomed to wearing many hats while working on her own independent projects. She produced "Lift" a short film shot in LA and written/directed by Charles Burmeister. She's also collaborated with Guillermo E. Barahona C. on two short films ("Moe" and "Decision") where they shared responsibilities writing, directing, and producing - AND appearing on screen. As talent, she’s known for the feature films “Khameleon” and “The Immortal Wars: Resurgence” and for her work as an interviewer/host on “The Downtown Podcast”, a talk show which filmed in front of a live studio audience and was distributed internationally. She's also worked on the stage and on various independent projects. She's represented by Sarah Angeli at Commercial Talent, Inc for print and commercial work.
Instagram: @rosedonahue_.
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