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From TV Host in China to Producer - Jen Smith's Story (Part 2)

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Season 1, episode 4
22 min / Published

How does it feel to manage multiple productions as a student? What lessons do you carry into the real world of filmmaking? Join host Teo and guest Jen Smith as they dive back into life at the National Film and Television School (NFTS) in this engaging second part. Jen shares the highs and lows of the Production Management course, from working on multiple projects simultaneously to the challenges of balancing personal life and burnout. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how these intense experiences shape careers in the film industry and the value of learning to serve others’ visions before crafting your own.

🎙️ Highlights:

- The dynamics of the Production Management course at NFTS

- Balancing multiple projects and dealing with tight deadlines

- Building long-lasting industry connections and friendships

- Transitioning from student films to professional indie productions

- Practical advice on handling burnout and setting boundaries


A MedShake Studio production.

  • podcast
  • Interview
  • Film
  • jobs
  • production
  • career
  • producer
  • Cinéma
  • filmmaking
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