Write Within Your Resources

One of the biggest mistakes early filmmakers make is waiting for the “right” resources to appear. The better approach is often the opposite: build your film around the resources you already have.

Inventory before inspiration

Before writing or revising your script, take stock of what’s actually available to you. Locations you can access. Actors who are committed. Equipment you know how to use. Time you can realistically schedule. This isn’t about limiting creativity—it’s about grounding it in reality so the project can move forward.