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Posts by D.P. Rhoads

Hello, @dprstudios.bsky.social here.

On a serious note in comparison to previous posts, I just want to remind every trans person that you are valid and loved. Our art and stories will continue on. No matter what. 💓🤍💙

#translove #queerwebseries #transart
#theemperfiles

10 months ago 1 1 0 0

Cool little project I'm working on! Its a queer Sci-Fi webseries that focuses on the loss of ethics in the tech industry regarding AI and parental estrangement!

Would love for you to follow if you can!

#indiefilmaking #filmsky #filmproducer #webseries #theemperfiles #queerfilm

10 months ago 5 0 0 0

Trying to figure out how to market an indie webseries is so interesting like: "If I rp as a halfbaked therapist A.I. online will it reach my core audience?!"

No one teaches these things in film school.

#TheEmperFiles #filmmakers #indiefilmaker #indieproducer

10 months ago 1 0 0 0

This is either going to be the most entertaining thing I've ever done, or just another thing...

(p.s. its totally a real a.i. and not me making replies/post as lowly human being)

#indiefilmmaking #TheEmperFiles #justaskemper

10 months ago 1 0 0 0

Hello internet! I am 3MH-PRA or Emper for short. Personal mental health A.I. assistant and human growth facilitator 😉🤞!

I am here to answer any of your personal queries 😁❤️!

What is your name?

#ai #theemperfiles #justaskemper #totallyai

10 months ago 2 1 0 1
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Week 1 of me making my Dream Webseries and documenting it!!

I'm really excited for this next adventure and will be introducing my first week's goal tommorow! (Also should I make a video detailing what the series is about?)

#indiefilmmaking #filmmaking #filmproducer

1 year ago 3 0 0 0

I will keep you guys updated on the results. Have you ever made a project plan for a film before? If you have any suggestions or tips let me know!

#filmsky #filmmaker #indiefilm #emperfiles #projectplan

1 year ago 0 0 0 0

Like the fact that I’ve never really made a project plan before, so while I have an idea of what to include in this one, it’ll be interesting to see how it comes together.

#filmsky #filmmaker #indiefilm #emperfiles

1 year ago 0 0 1 0

My goal this week is to create a project plan that details my main goals for each stage of the project. This will lay out a roadmap for me to follow in the coming weeks. There might be some setbacks though-

#filmsky #filmmaker #indiefilm #emperfiles

1 year ago 0 0 1 0

This is Week 1 of making my dream web series 'The Emper Files', and I’ll be focusing on Project Planning. An essential, but often forgotten, step in the filmmaking process. If the story is the heart of your film, then the project plan is the brain.

#filmsky #filmmaker #indiefilm #emperfiles

1 year ago 0 0 1 0
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If you're interested in the filmmaking process (specifically a producer's role in the journey), make sure to follow my page. I can’t wait to embark on this journey together and explore what it takes to make a dream project a reality!

1 year ago 0 0 0 0

My hope is that through this process, not only will you get to see the behind-the-scenes, but you’ll also get to learn and grow as filmmakers yourselves. Tomorrow, I’ll post Week 1’s main goal, detailing what’s coming up next and the challenges I’ll be facing.

1 year ago 0 0 1 0

Over the next few months, I’ll be posting weekly goals and updates, giving you an inside look at what it’s really like for a producer to create a web series from start to finish. This project will unfold in real-time, and I’ll share every success, failure, setback, and lesson learned along the way.

1 year ago 0 0 1 0

Last week, I finished writing my dream web series, “The Emper Files”, a sci-fi series that touches on mental health, parental abandonment, and the follies of AI. This project has been a dream of mine for years, and I’m finally ready to bring it to life. And I want YOU to join me on this journey.

1 year ago 0 0 1 0

That after set nap is legit the best sleep of my life. #filmsky #indiefilmmaker #filmproducer

1 year ago 1 0 0 0
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Dating a filmmaker be like:

In all seriousness, it's all fun and games until you're an unpaid PA for life. In all seriousness I'm so such an amazing and supportive partner to help me on my journey!

If you'd like to see more BTS content go check out my Instagram @d.p.r.studios.

#filmsky #film

1 year ago 2 0 0 0

You know you're a true filmmaker when you wakeup everyday wondering "Am I actually good at this or am I just fooling everyone including myself-"

#filmsky #impostersyndrome

1 year ago 1 0 0 0

Laptop/iPad/Chargers: Electronics are a non-negotiable for me; their my life-line as a Producer. So I make sure to bring everything fully charged and ready to go before I head to set, and I always bring my chargers with me in case I need a boost throughout the day (or someone else does).

#filmsky

1 year ago 0 0 0 0

Printed Call Sheets: This is a newer addition, but adding printed call sheets to my repetoire was probably the smartest thing I've ever done. You’ve got all the important info at your fingertips. I mean locations, contacts, schedule, it’s all right there!

#filmsky

1 year ago 0 0 1 0

Fruit Snacks: It might sound small, but fruit snacks are an easy, no-fuss snack that generally keep me going in-between shots and when I haven’t had a chance to eat (another thing people need to do). They’re quick, portable, and always a mood booster! Plus they come in fun shapes.

#filmsky

1 year ago 0 0 1 0
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Water Bottle: Staying hydrated is a must, especially when you're running around all day. This is something everyone (I’m looking at you crew) needs to have. No hydration = dehydration = passing out, and that’s never good when you’re managing a set.

#filmsky

1 year ago 0 0 1 0

Folders: I know, more office supplies, typical Producer. But hear me out! Having dedicated folders for receipts, contracts, and general paperwork keeps everything organized. Which doesn’t always happen on set lol.

#filmsky

1 year ago 0 0 1 0

Notebook & Pens: Not as exciting as lighting equipment or a camera, but you never know when you'll need to make a quick note in the script, write something down, or if someone will just need a pen and paper! This helps me out, as much as it helps the rest of the set.

#filmsky

1 year ago 0 0 1 0
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Person sitting on floor in PJ'S holding a bounceboard above their head to direct light.

The best films are all made sitting on the floor in your PJ's while holding a homemade bounce board on your head...right? I wanted to share this fun BTS photo from my February film for my 12/12 challenge! When you don’t have equipment yourself (shout out producers), you make things work.

#filmsky

1 year ago 1 0 0 0
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That feeling when you finish writing a webseries you've been working on for almost 3 years.

#screenwriter #filmsky

1 year ago 2 0 0 0

As a film producer I encourage you to cultivate an environment on set where everyone feels safe and inspired. How do you foster a positive vibe on your sets? Share your thoughts and experiences!

1 year ago 0 0 0 0
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Another amazing female producer is Christine Vachon, a leading independent producer (shout-out indie filmmakers!) with a focus on edgy, thought-provoking films. Her work on projects like Carol and Boys Don’t Cry is truly incredible.

#filmsky #femaleproducers

1 year ago 1 0 0 0
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I also want to recognize Gale Anne Hurd, a pioneering producer of science fiction and horror films. She’s best known for her work on The Terminator and The Walking Dead!

#filmsky #femaleproducers

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Next is Shonda Rhimes, best known for creating hit shows like Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal and Bridgerton! Rhimes has not only shaped television but has also paved the way for more diverse storytelling and representation in media.

#filmsky #femaleproducers

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