Hi, I’m Simon Rajala
Actor, filmmaker & creative writer.
On this site, I share articles related to acting, filmmaking, and storytelling — for creatives who want to grow.
You’ll also find my showreel & resumé here.
– Live lightly, create deeply!

Independent Filmmaking: How to Create a Micro Budget Feature
Dreaming of making your own feature film? Unless you want to work your way up the ladder for years. Hoping…
How to Write a Film Treatment Using AI: Step-by-Step Guide
Have you ever jumped right into writing your screenplay? Only to find yourself confused about the structure later on. This…
4 Free Film Grain Overlays & How to Apply Them
Looking to create a beautiful analog look from your digital footage? I tested all of the free film grains overlays,…
Embrace Change: Guide to Inner Peace for Creatives
“Make friends with change” The quote comes from a TV interview with an actor, I picked up as a kid….