Navigating the Tides of Freelance Production with Amie Paige

Cinematic Alchemy

In this episode, we sit down with the brilliant Amie Paige, a freelance production assistant and producer, as we peel back the curtain on creating a standout marketing campaign for None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell.

From navigating client expectations and budget challenges to mastering the small-but-crucial details like food logistics on set, Amie shares how problem-solving fuels her success.

We also talk about the highs and lows of freelance filmmaking, the importance of work-life balance, and how to measure success beyond career milestones.

If you’re in a creative industry—or curious about what makes projects tick—this conversation is packed with practical takeaways and relatable moments.

Here are the highlights:

(1:17) Overview of the Project

(4:10) Project Goals and Client Expectations

(5:45) Ideation and Pre-Production Challenges

(5:58) Production Execution and Problem Solving

(6:15) Client Feedback and Learning Experiences

(29:31) Measuring Success and Marketing Strategies

Connect with Amie:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amie-page/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amierosepage/

Client - Cornerstone Publishing & Century Publishing

Cornerstone Publishing https://www.penguin.co.uk/company/publishers/cornerstone

Century Publishing https://www.penguin.co.uk/company/publishers/cornerstone/century

Project - None of This is True | Promo for Lisa Jewell’s Book Video Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL77Ov6f56vL2Ps1YDWAu_sZxcVXQk_V13&si=CTle8owzl15ez7pH

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