Frequently Asked Questions

Why do you post so sporadically?  Sometimes you post every day, and other times there’s only one or two posts all week.

HEY, BACK OFF! I DON’T NEED THAT SORT OF PRESSURE! STOP LOOKING AT ME!

Actually, I would LOVE to be posting all the time. There’s enough material out there to be posting 3 times a day, and I’m so passionate about the topic that it kills me when I can’t post as often as I’d like. But the fact is, I’m a working director. And, as anyone in the biz can tell you, it’s very easy for a production to totally consume your life. So, during those days when I’m consumed, the posts slow down.  Conversely, when I’m sitting on my butt, playing XBOX and waiting for my next meeting, the posting rate goes up.  …which brings me to an important point: If you see the posting rate go up, it means I’m looking for my next project.  Call me if you’ve got one.

Why don’t you cover the Android?

Why says I don’t? …ok, I don’t. But, I want too!  That’s why I named the site Hand Held Hollywood (and not something Apple specific). There just isn’t a whole lot going on for Android owning filmmakers yet.  If there are Android users out there who want to contribute to HHH, please drop me a line.

What sort of stuff do you direct?

I’ve directed short films for Walt Disney, TV pilots for Fox, various commercials, network promos, 2nd unit on features, and a TON of corporate stuff. I’m trying to get a couple of my own indie comedies off the ground (know any investors?).  Feel free to check out my Directing website, and the official site for my production company, Chaos Theory Entertainment.

I just saw you speak at [someplace I just spoke], and enjoyed the presentation. Will you be doing that again?

First of all, thanks! Due to the success of this site, I’ve been getting asked more and more to speak at tradeshows and industry events around the country. I LOVE giving these presentations. Seriously! I get to share my passion, and meet all sorts of interesting people along the way. On occasion, I’m asked to speak at a private function, but usually I appear at public events.  I’ve been posting the dates and locations on the HHH front page, so that’s the best place to find out about future events.

Are you making any money from HHH?

A little, but not much. I have some loyal advertisers (thanks, guys!), and I make a few bucks from affiliate sales (when someone makes a purchase in the iTunes store after linking from HHH).  It’s just enough to covers HHH’s expenses, including my trips to industry trade shows.

Do you take outside submissions for publication?

Yup! In fact, I’d love the help! I want HHH to thrive, but sometimes I think it would go a lot smoother if other folks jumped into the pool. So, consider this your official invitation. If you want to write an article or review for the site, just drop me a line.

Will you pay for outside submissions

Nope. Not yet. I wish I could.  As I mentioned a couple questions ago, HHH isn’t a big money maker.  But, HHH has a large readership. So if you’re looking for exposure, writing for HHH is a great way to get it.  As HHH grows, and I figure out how to make more money, I plan on bringing in some paid writers.

How can I advertise on Hand Held Hollywood?

Ad space can be purchased through BuySellAds.com, a site that manages the entire process, and provides advertisers with useful analytics. Ad space is purchased for one month at a time, and auto-renews unless you cancel it.

How often do you update the app directory?

It’s updated all the time.  Whenever we hear about a new app that could help filmmakers, it’s added to the directory.  If we review the app, and dig it, it will also appear on the ‘HHH RECOMMENDS’ list.  I’ve been trying to figure out a way to speed it up (it’s still a little sluggish), so if you know any cheap programmers who are versed in this sort of thing, let me know.

You spelled ‘discombobulate’ incorrectly. Do you proofread your posts?

Sure I do! But re-reading my writing doesn’t do much to improve my crap spelling and grammar. I know I make the occasional error, and I’m not too thrilled about it. If you find mistakes, feel free to let me know so I can fix ‘em up.

Are you single?

That’s kind of an inappropriate question. Hey… is that your foot? Stop that!