- Camera angles and movements
- Blocking (where actors stand/move)
- Props needed
- Estimated time per scene
Friday, March 28, 2025
Getting Ready For Filming đ„
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Location Scouting đșïž đ§
Todayâs blog post is all about location scouting, which is one of the most essential parts of my production. The location doesnât just serve as a backgroundâit sets the tone, shapes the blocking, and defines the mood of the entire film. For my short comedy film, I needed a location that felt believable as a professional office setting but also had the flexibility to support comedic timing and character movement.
Obviously, this is an amateur production, so I do not expect the location to be perfect, but I believe it works well enough.
After some searching, emailing, and organizing, I secured the perfect place: Global Impact Workspace in Pembroke Pines.
Finding the Right Location
At first, I considered a few different options: empty classrooms, home offices, and even makeshift setups. There was no way to make any of these options look like an actual office, though. The film follows Ashley Lawson who is trying to hold it together during a very unusual job interview. That interview, plus her interactions with the receptionist, the nerdy guy, and eventually her unexpected boss, all needed to happen in an environment that felt as real as possible.
The vibe I was going for was corporate. Something that looked professional, but still had room for all the shooting to occur.
After trying to find an office space from people I knew, I decided that the best case scenario was to just book an office space.
The Location
After contacting them and checking availability, I was able to reserve Private Office Suite 358.
The space is located at 9050 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024, and itâs a private suite, which makes it work well for filming. It has a clean layout and looks close enough to the kind of place where an interview for a financial analyst job might happen.
This location will serve as both the reception area and the interview room in the film. I plan to use creative camera angles and blocking to differentiate the two spaces visually, even though weâll be filming them in the same general room.
Booking this room was literally $150 đ đ đ đ đ đ đ đ đ đ đ đ đ đ (i'm not okay)
Here are some photos of the space we will be filming in:
Now that the location is locked, it is full speed ahead.
Monday, March 24, 2025
Finalize dat scriptttttđ
After weeks of brainstorming, outlining, and reworking scenes, I finalized the script for my short film. This script has gone through so many versions, tweaks, rewrites, and comedy edits. What started as just a silly idea about a disorganized girl going to a job interview has now turned into a narrative with personality.
How I actually finalized the script:
Revisiting the Structure
First, I had to go back to the basics. I laid out the entire story, making sure everything made sense logically. The film had to have a clear beginning, middle, and end, but also had to feel natural.
- Beginning: Ashley enters the office, a little chaotic, clearly not ready for a professional setting. She bumps into Christopher Matterson, who she doesnât realize is important, then meets the receptionist and has her first awkward moment.
- Middle: Ashley waits with the other intervieweeâthis nerdy, over-prepared guyâand their interaction sets the tone for the vibe of the office. Then the actual interview begins with Kate Carson, our very serious-looking HR interviewer.
- Climax: The questions Kate asks get more and more bizarre. It starts off normal, like âWhat are your strengths?â but quickly spirals into âHow can you help our company if you are dead?â
- End: Just when Ashley thinks itâs all over, sheâs told that her new boss wants to meet her. In walks Christopher. She find our that that is her superior, which ends the film with a bang,
Once I had this structure firmed up, I went into line-by-line edits.
Polishing the Dialogue
Comedy is all about timing and delivery. I had to read the script out loud so many times just to make sure the rhythm felt natural.
Ashleyâs lines needed to reflect her Type B personality: laid-back, slightly chaotic, and not afraid to say things without thinking. For example:
âHi, Iâm here for theâuhâthe job thing.â
Meanwhile, Kate needed to be deadpan. Thatâs what makes the absurd questions funny. She asks them like theyâre completely normal HR protocol.
âOn a scale from one to a thousand, how would you rate your time management?â
That kind of humor only works when the delivery is serious. So the contrast in tone between Ashley and Jocelyn became super important in the writing process.
Final Rewrites and Last-Minute Additions
A huge part of finalizing the script was knowing what not to include. I had extra jokes and side plots that I had to take out, but it made the script cleaner and more focused.
Feeling the Vision Come Together
Seeing the script fully finished gave me a new level of clarity. I am now able to better visualize each scene, the timing, and certain abstract comedic concepts. I even added camera direction notes in certain parts, like:
- (Camera stays on Ashleyâs blank stare as Kate asks a bizarre question)
- (Cut to Christopherâs face when he sees the new hire)
It finally feels like I have a solid foundation to direct from.
Next Steps
With the script locked, filming is in clear perspective now. The script will also help me when I edit.
Friday, March 21, 2025
Print Component đ
We had a lesson on the print component a little while ago!!
Here were my notes from the lecture:
Here is the first draft I made for the post card:
This is just the base of my postcard. I will show it again when it is finished, because I, well, have to. Toodles!
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Group Meetingggggg
- Pick a signature symbol or object from my short film and use it as a recurring visual motif. This could be an office item or something that connects to the main characterâs energy. Using it in teaser posts would help build recognition and curiosity before the filmâs release.
- Post âMeet the Directorâ and âMeet the Castâ content to humanize the production. This way, the audience gets a personal feel for the people behind the scenes; this adds charm which is especially important for a comedy.
- Clarify in the opening scenes that my main character, Ashley Lawson, is not getting readyâbut is already rushing into a situation unprepared. This distinction is key to establishing her âType Bâ personality, and I realized I needed to make that visually clear from the first few shots.
Monday, March 17, 2025
Script pt. 2đ€©
After getting the foundation of the script locked in, the time has come to move into the second phase of the writing process: rewriting, refining, and making it all good. If part one of scriptwriting was all about generating ideas, then part two is about sharpening every moment so that the final product feels clean, purposeful, and obviously funny.
This part of the process is definitely more tedious, but honestly, it is where the film is starting to take shape. This is me also realizing how critical revision is.
1. The Comedy Pass
I knew I wanted this film to land squarely in the comedy genre, but writing actual jokes is soooo freaking hard omg. Thereâs a difference between something that sounds funny in my head and something that actually lands when a cast and camera involved.
So for each freaking line I am doing a dedicated âcomedy pass.â This means reading through each scene, line by line, and asking: Is this funny or am I cooked? In some cases, it meant exaggerating a moment more. For example, a lot of Kate's weird interview questions were too tameâstuff like âWhatâs your greatest weakness?â turning into âDo you consider yourself emotionally available at work?â But then I decided to really push it. The final version has questions like âIf you were a vegetable, which one would you be and why?â which I hope creates this totally bizarre shift mid-interview that completely throws Ashley off.
I also added physical humor where I couldâsmall beats like the receptionist dropping papers. These little details help sell the awkwardness without needing constant dialogue.
2. Upscaling the Characters
In the early draft, the characters were there, but now they definitely need a little more personality. So now I am going back and adding small quirks to each of them to make them pop more.
The nerdy interviewee is a background character, but I ma trying to give him an intense âmotivational speechâ moment that I want to make feel completely out of place. It just makes Ashley even more confused.
And with Kate, I want to make sure her transition from professional HR to unhinged HR felt smooth but surprising. You donât see it coming right away, which is what will make it funny.
Even Ashleyâour main characterâis getting a bit more in this draft. I included more internal reactions and made her responses feel less scripted, more like how a real person would respond in a spiraling situation. Her awkward laughs, forced smiles, and delayed responses attempt to show her struggle to stay professional when everything around her seems to be falling apart.
3. Trimming
One of the hardest things about writing for a short film is the time limit. Every line and scene has to serve a purpose. So in this phase, I had to cut some moments that I felt slowed down the pacing.
4. Final Touches and Formatting
Once the content was locked, I focused on polishing the formatting to make it as film-friendly as possible, at least to my pretty limited knowledge. Clear scene headings, short blocks of dialogue, and action lines that paint a visual picture. I added subtle cues for camera direction too.
5. Reflecting on the Growth
Looking back, this phase of writing taught me that good comedy writing is about being intentional. Every joke has to come from character, context, and timing.
By the end of this process, I hope to feel that the script is ready. It has a clear tone, good characters, and moments that felt unique. I am really excited for when we start to film.
Friday, March 14, 2025
Starting the Script đ
Every great film starts with a script. And every great script starts with a spark. For my short film, the spark was a simple but funny idea: what if a job interview slowly turned into complete chaos? That idea became the foundation for my office-comedy short film, and writing the script was the first real step in bringing it to life.
Since the short film leans heavily into comedy, I knew from the start that the writing had to have a very careful balance. It needed to be unpredictable but still grounded enough that the audience could follow the story.
1. The Concept Phase
Before I even opened a document to write anything, I spent a lot of time just thinking. Trust me đ. I thought about the genre, the characters, and what kind of humor I wanted the film to have. I knew I wanted an office setting, and from there the idea of a job interview came naturally. Interviews are already awkward and high-pressure, so exaggerating that made for a great base for comedy in my opinion.
I was really inspired by mockumentary-style humor like The Office, where uncomfortable silences and weird characters create the comedic energy. But I also didnât want the whole film to rely on clichĂ© jokes, and that was really difficult because all of my jokes are corny. I wanted moments that felt original even if they were absurd.
Thatâs when I came up with this specific idea: what if the main character comes in for a serious interview but everything that ends up happening is mad weird?
2. Building the Characters
Once I had the general idea, the next step was thinking about the characters. I started with the main character, Ashley Lawson, and immediately knew I wanted her to be a Type B personality. Sheâs not super organized, sheâs a little scatterbrained, and she kind of fumbles her way through things. That contrast makes her a perfect character to throw into an intense, structured environment like a corporate job interview.
Then came the supporting characters:
- Christopher Matterson, the love interest and eventual boss, is there to give Ashleyâs journey an unexpected twist at the end. Their chemistry adds a little spark in the beginning thatâs fun and subtle because I feel like a lot of people appreciate subtle romance in films that aren't about a romace. I'm not sure that makes sense, but whatever.
- The receptionist is going to be a very funny character. Theyâre chaotic and unhelpful, and they set the tone.
- The random other interviewee is there to make Ashley feel even more out of placeâheâs nerdy, prepared, and intense. He is basically what she is not.
- Finally, Kate Carson, the interviewer, is where the real climax of the comedy happens. Her shift from normal HR questions to absolutely wild ones is what drives the second half of the script.
Each character had to serve a purpose: to push Ashley further out of her comfort zone while also building the overall humor.
3. Structuring the Script
Even though the film is short, it still needs a clear beginning, middle, and end. In fact, having so little time makes structure even more important. I started by sketching a basic three-act structure:
Act I: Ashley arrives at the building, bumps into Christopher, and has a strange interaction with the receptionist.
Act II: Ashley meets the other interviewee, gets called in by Kate, starts answering basic interview questions.
Act III: The questions get increasingly bizarre, Ashley tries to hold it together, and finally, we end with the twist that Christopher is her actual boss.
Once I had the outline, I started writing rough drafts of individual scenes. I didnât worry about the dialogue being perfect just yetâI just wanted to get the beats of the story down. I have even added placeholder lines just to keep things moving. Editing and polishing will come later.
4. Finding the Right Comedy Style
Comedy is subjective, which made writing even harder. What I think is funny might fall flat for someone else. So I wrote multiple versions of scenes and shared them with my group to test reactions. Sometimes, a joke I really liked didnât land, which is soooo embarassing and other times, something random I added ended up being hilarious to everyone else.
Conclusion: The Foundation Is Set
This was just the beginning of the writing process, but it was one of the most important parts. Getting the concept, characters, and structure in place gave me the solid foundation I needed to start crafting scenes with purpose and personality.
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Soooo...I need to be a director...
Directing is more than just calling âAction!â or deciding where the camera goes. As a result, I might be cookedđđđđđđđđđđ
Being a director is about vision, leadership, problem-solving, and most importantly, being the main storyteller. As the director of my comedy short film, Iâve learned just how much goes into guiding a creative project from the early concept phase all the way to filming and post-production.
These are some guidelines I am going to follow to help myself be a good directorđ, or at least attempt to:
1. Be The Vision Keeperđș
As the director, Iâm responsible for keeping the vision consistent. That means knowing the tone (comedy), the pacing, the characters, and the story better than anyone else. Even the tiniest decisionsâlike a characterâs facial expression or how fast someone walks into a roomâcan affect the final vibe of the scene. So I really have to step up my game and make sure I know what is up when we get closer and closer to production.
Before filming, I need to make sure I know every scene inside out. I need to have my entire vision completely planned out so I can make sense of it to everyone else.
2. Preparation Is Non-Negotiable
You probably canât wing it as a director đ, which is why everything has to be prepared in advance. That means creating a shot list, organizing call times, knowing when and where to film, and anticipating any issues that might come up.
Leading up to our shoot, Iâve been making sure all my prospective actors know as much as possible, confirming the office location, managing the small details, and coordinating with everyone on the crew. Directing apparently doesnât start on setâit starts in pre-production, so I promise I am doing as much as I can.
3. Communication Is Key đ
If I want to be a good director, I canât keep these marvelous ideas locked in my own head. Iâve had to learn how to explain clearly what I want to my actors and the other people helping me out.
I donât need to know how to do every job on set, but I do need to know how to talk to the people who do. A lot of directing is about translating ideas into feelings and actions others can understand.
4. Be Collaborative, Not Controlling âșïžđ„žđ„°đ
I am an angel because everyone loves me so obviously I not controlling. Nah I'm joking. But it is pretty obvious that I am not a strict person and I prefer being collaborative with my crew anyway because they are all my close friends. My group members have pretty amazing ideas and I am going to love hearing them, Being a good director means having confidence in my vision, but also being humble enough to listen, which is something I totally am so do NOT worry đđ.
5. Staying Calm Even When Everything Gets Chaotic
Letâs be real: things donât always go to plan. When it comes to ME, nothing goes according to plan actually đ. I have kind of learned to expect problems, and instead of panicking, Iâve trained myself to adapt quickly.
Especially with creating a comedy, itâs important that the energy behind the scenes reflects the energy we want in the final product, so imma stay coolio through it all.
6. Directing = Storytelling
A lot about being a director is taking a script and bringing it to life through visuals, sound, acting, and timing. Everything I do as a director is meant to serve the story. That includes deciding what to show in each frame, how long a joke should last, and what emotions we want the audience to walk away with.My favorite thing about directing has been watching all these little pieces come together.
A good director is a leader, a listener, and a planner. Being the director of this short film will push me beyond my comfort zone. No one says it will easy, but it will absolutely be worth it.
Monday, March 10, 2025
All the different characters and roles!
Creating a comedy short film is all about timing, chemistry, and, of course, memorable characters. Each character in the short film serves not just as a part of the plot but as a unique piece of the comedy overall.
The Main Character: Ashley Lawson
At the heart of the film is Ashley Lawson, a type B character whoâs about to face the pressure of an important interview for a financial analyst position. Ashley is bright, a little awkward, and somewhat unsure of herself in the high-stakes world of corporate America, but tries her best to stay confident through it all. This is what makes her relatable, and it sets the stage for the humor that unfolds throughout the film.
Ashley is what is known as the âstraight manâ in the comedy; she is the character who doesnât necessarily play for "laughs" but whose reactions highlight the absurdity around them. So her response to her circumstances is Ashely's contribution to the comedy. From the moment she steps into the office building and encounters the chaos of the receptionist, to her increasingly bizarre interview questions from Kate Carson, Ashleyâs journey is filled with comedic situations that force her to navigate through awkwardness and confusion. Her charm comes from her attempts to remain calm in the multiple encounters of ridiculousness, creating a good contrast to the more eccentric characters she meets.
The 'Love Interest': Christopher Matterson
Enter Christopher Matterson, the "love interest" character whose connection with Ashley ends up taking an unexpected turn. When Ashley first enters the office building, she meets Christopher when she bumps into him. They only share a brief moment, but it is enough to spark some chemistry between them. At this point, neither of them knows just how they will meet again.
What makes Christopherâs role particularly interesting is the twist that comes toward the end of the film. Heâs not just the charming guy Ashley first meets at the office â he actually ends up being her boss. The reveal of this relationship adds a layer of comedic irony to the plot. The dynamic between Ashley and Christopher serves as a major comedic element, with Ashleyâs initial impression of him being completely wrong.
The Receptionist
The receptionist does not have a name, but this characterâs disorganization is key to setting the tone of the film. When Ashley first arrives at the office for her interview, sheâs greeted by the receptionist, who is anything but helpful. The receptionist fumbles through basic tasks, misplaces information, and gives Ashley the wrong directions, creating a chaotic and humorous introduction to the office world.
This unhelpful interaction not only kicks off the comedic energy of the film but also sets up Ashleyâs journey through the office. Her first experience in this corporate environment is based on confusion and frustration, but this is the encounter that really starts the filmâs comedic tone, where nothing goes as planned.
Random Other Interviewee: Nerd
A nerdy, socially awkward character also interviewing for the financial analyst position which will add an extra layer of humor to the story. While Ashley is busy trying to navigate her interview, the random interviewee adds a sense of competition. Heâs the kind of guy who talks a little too much about irrelevant details, making the situation even more awkward for everyone involved.
This character serves to highlight Ashleyâs discomfort in the office setting. Their brief but humorous interaction adds to the growing sense of absurdity as the characters both compete for the same job. The moment between Ashley and this interviewee is one of those classic "awkward but funny" scenes that defines the genre of office comedy.
The Freaky Interviewer: Kate Carson
Kate Carson, the HR interviewer, starts off by asking Ashley typical questions you'd expect in a job interview. However, as the interview progresses, Kate's questions take an increasingly strange and bizarre turn. What begins as a standard conversation quickly devolves into absurdity, as Kate asks Ashley questions that seem completely unrelated to the job at hand.
This is where the comedic climax of the film occurs. Kate's unpredictable nature and the bizarre questions she asks are what make her role so memorable. Her character represents the unpredictability of the office world where, sometimes, things just donât make sense. She pushes Ashley to the brink with her absurd queries, creating some of the funniest moments in the film.
Each character in this short film plays a crucial role in the story. From Ashleyâs awkward navigation through the interview process, to the receptionistâs disorganization, and the bizarre interview questions from Kate, the film is driven by the humor that emerges from these interactions. Itâs a comedy that relies on the contrast between the ordinary (a job interview) and the extraordinary (the weird characters and situations that arise). Ultimately, the characters are what make the film feel cooler, adding layers of humor that keep the audience engaged.
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Costuming
Here is what I plan for the important characters to wear in the film!
Main Character:
Love Interest:
Receptionist:
Interviewer:
As the writer, planning the costumes offers a chance to think about how visual cues can enhance the characters' personalities and relationships.
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Storyboarding!!
Yayyy here is a fun story board I created to help visualize each scene in the short film!
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Outliningđ
Hiiiii!
Here is the plot for my short film outlined:
1. Waking Up
The Main Character wakes up abruptly, full of energy, getting ready for their big day. Their carefree personality is established in this scene. For the MC, this isnât just any job interview, it is her dream role that she finally landed an interview for.
2. Routine
MC is getting ready. She hypes herself up in the mirror, practicing serious and professional faces, but at some times it feels a bit unnatural. After a dramatic self-pep talk, they head out.
3. Office Entrance
MC enters the office, trying to look calm and collected, only to bump into the attractive Love Interest, nearly knocking them over. It is VERY awkward.
4. Reception Desk Disaster
At the front desk, the Receptionist is a hot mess, fumbling papers and giving MC directions that sound like a riddle. MC pretends to understand and confidently heads the wrong way.
5. Awkward Waiting Room
MC sits next to another candidate â someone whoâs clearly more prepared. Their attempt at small talk turns awkward and patronizing.
6. Enter the Den
MC is finally called in. They straighten their posture, take a deep breath, and march in to the interview room.
7. A Strong Start
The first few questions go surprisingly well. MC manages to hold it together, and for a moment, they think theyâve got this.
8. Things Get Weird
The interviewerâs tone stays serious, but the questions take a bizarre turn. MC tries to crack a few jokes and none of them land.
Midway through, the Love Interest from earlier walks in, seeming as an employee. MC panics, trying to look composed but only making things worse.
9. Leaving the Interview
MC stumbles out of the office, utterly defeated.
Just as theyâre about to leave or head home, they get the shocking news â they got the job!
10. The Ending
On their first day at work, MC walks into the office⊠only to find out the Love Interest is actually their new boss.
This outline builds a strong foundation for a lighthearted, character-driven comedy.
It follows a clear, escalating structure where each scene raises the stakes while staying rooted in the
main characterâs journey, from confident optimism to complete defeat, and finally, unexpected success.
The mix of situational humor and awkward encounters keeps the pacing.
As the writer, this setup offers a chance to explore how confidence, even when misplaced, can lead to
surprising outcomes. It also presents an opportunity to have emotional depth beneath the comedy,
especially through the love interest and the ending twist. Reflecting on this structure, it encourages a
balance between humor and relatability, ensuring the audience connects with the main characterâs vulnerability and persistence, not just the comedy.
Saturday, March 1, 2025
MORE Social Media
OkurrâŠ
So now that I have created a social media, I need to know what exactly I should be posting.
Here are a couple comedy movieâs Instagrams that I researched:
1. Humor & Relatability
Short, hilarious moments from the movie that tease its comedic tone.
Using movie scenes to create viral memes.
Making posts feel personal, like "When you realize it's only Tuesday... đ©đ" with a funny clip.
2. Cast & Behind-the-Scenes Content
Showing actors messing up lines or laughing.
Clips of cast chemistry, pranks, and fun on set.
Actors doing fun trends, like reenacting viral TikTok audios.
3. Engaging with Fans
"Which character are you?" or "Whatâs your go-to reaction when your crush texts first?"
Sharing fan edits or reaction videos.
Encouraging followers to tag friends who remind them of certain characters.
4. Playful Marketing Stunts
Presenting the movie as something dramatic before flipping it into comedy.
Editing characters into trending pop culture moments.
Pretending to accidentally post spoilers that are just absurd fake scenes.
5. Trend-Based Content
Fast-paced, meme-filled edits with trending sounds.
"POV" Skits: âPOV: You just realized your best friend is the main character in a comedy movie.â
Using filters, voiceovers, or fake messages with movie characters.
To promote my comedy short film on Instagram, I should focus on content that highlights its humor and engages the audience. Posting short, funny clips will give people a preview of the filmâs tone and style. Memes and reaction GIFs created from key scenes can help make the film more shareable. Behind-the-scenes moments, like bloopers or cast interactions, will add personality and make the project feel more relatable. Interactive posts, such as polls and quizzes, can encourage audience participation and increase engagement. Asking followers to tag friends in comments can help spread awareness. Marketing stunts, like fake serious ads or exaggerated âleakedâ content, can create curiosity and keep the film in peopleâs minds. Trend-based content, such as POV skits or TikTok-style edits, will help attract viewers familiar with social media trends. Posting consistently and responding to comments will keep the audience involved. Using these strategies will help build interest and create a strong online presence for the film.

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