PROD CAST by Indioboy Productions

On our 14th episode, we have our very good friends Gino Jose and Maqui Farr who both recently migrated to the US a few years back. Gino and Maqui talk about how they got started in production with Gino being behind the cameras and Maqui being in front of it. Gino discusses what he enjoys about the process in prod work and talks about his short films Basaan and Waivers from a few years back. Maqui, being a performer and actress in Manila, had to adapt to her new surroundings in the US where she now also works behind the cameras. They both also discuss the major differences in working in production in the US compared to the Philippines. 

On our 13th episode, we have Harold Soon, our go-to director in most, if not all, of our beauty and lifestyle-related commercials. Harold talks about being a late bloomer in the production world, having discovered it only in his senior year in college. The goal-oriented director also talks about rising up the ranks, from apprenticing for Marie Jamora to being part of the art department to eventually being an assistant director and finally a director. We also get into the sacrifices and balances he makes working in production as a Chinoy. Lastly, Harold shares his experiences in commercial directing and gives some tips on how to pitch to potential clients. 

On our 12th episode, we have Allison Barretto & Bob Guariña of the very successful YouTube channel Rec•Create! They talk about how their channel was conceptualized and the challenges of keeping it sustainable in the long run. They also talk about having a stand on topics they cover in their videos. The two also discuss market saturation of online videos and the shared audiences of the digital space. Finally, we also talk about the realities of earning as a creator on YouTube. 

On our 11th episode, we talk to screenwriter Jen Chuaunsu, whose credits include Sleepless, Ang Manananggal sa Unit 23B, and most recently, Isa Pa with Feelings. Jen shares how she got into the industry as well as how watching good movies motivates her to write. She also discusses how she writes complex, three-dimensional women characters in her screenplays. Jen takes us through her writing process, her love of books, and one very funny story of observing an arguing couple. 

On our tenth episode, we switch it up a bit as we talk to Ateneo de Manila University's film org: Loyola Film Circle. Andie Bernas, Lorenzo Tan, and Josh Deveras talk about how holistic a student org the LFC is, from creating films to hosting film screenings and facilitating workshops with local industry professionals. Their upcoming event, Under The Stars, is set for this Valentine's Day, February 14, 2020 and it's absolutely free. Listen in on the episode for more details!