Making A Short Film: 5 Awesome Tactics For New Filmmakers
A short film is the rite of passage for many new filmmakers. If you have never made a short film, this article is for you.
A short film is the rite of passage for many new filmmakers. If you have never made a short film, this article is for you.
If you’re like most film producers, you’re likely trying to figure out how to sell a movie to Netflix. And this is for …
As a film producer, your ultimate goal is to tell engaging and entertaining stories and get paid for your work. But before you …
Do you ever feel stuck with your filmmaking? You’ve got dozens of movie ideas. You take the courses. You attend the festivals. You …
Whether you’re a filmmaker looking to make your next feature or earn extra money between gigs, knowing how to work a camera and …
Filmmaking has always been about creating compelling stories for people, by people. It’s a collaborative process that takes time, dedication, and hard work. …
Most filmmaking business plans are stupid. Why? Because most filmmakers have no idea (especially first time filmmakers) how to project a return on investment. Don’t feel bad. It’s not your fault.
Picture this! You’re in the flow. Everything is going smoothly with your film project. And then BOOM! It’s not. Life just got in …
If you’re wondering how to break into the film industry, you’re not alone. Nearly every successful filmmaker has started from nowhere. The problem is, there is a big catch 22 in the industry…
If you wrote a complicated, character driven script and you’re trying to figure out how to condense it into one log line, have a trusted friend read your script and then ask him or her tell you what it’s about.
If you’ve been thinking about artificial intelligence (AI) in filmmaking, you might wonder if a robot will take your filmmaking job… And you’re …
In our filmmaker mastermind, we talk a lot about how to overcome filmmaking rejection. It’s easy at times to feel like a failed …
Getting your filmmaking work noticed requires persistence, tenacity, and an unyielding ability to overcome obstacles and keep going, even when doing so seems …
As a filmmaker, you know how much time and effort goes into editing video content. That’s why I was thrilled to discover Descript, …
In this filmmaking article, we provide tips on how to network and importantly, how to network in Hollywood. Read this article if you want some awesome tips.
Film festivals offer a great way to show your movie on the big screen to a live audience. For most filmmakers, the experience …
If asked who your target audience is, you may be tempted to say, “My movie is appealing to everybody.” And I’ll say – Everybody is nobody…
The European Film Market (EFM) is a key event during the Berlin International Film Festival. The EFM is one of the world’s largest …
Finding money to make your movie is challenging. In this filmmaking article, we explore 5 Tips On Independent Film Financing.
Getting more views on YouTube is a great way to promote your current film projects and grow your audience. In addition to being …
With the American Film Market coming up, many filmmakers are wondering how to navigate AFM and get the best distribution deal for their movies. Read more to find out…
In this filmmaking article, we review the revolutionary format VHS and share our opinion on why it is going to beat out Betamax.
Finding a movie industry mentor can be invaluable to your filmmaking success. This week, we will focus on how to find a mentor.
If you just wrote a screenplay, congratulations. You just completed one of the hardest things to do in Hollywood. And if you’re like …
Don’t try filmmaking alone. It is too challenging. You can’t know everything. To speed up the process, find people who complement your skill set.
What do you do when your filmmaking sucks? It is tough to admit that a movie you made (that you thought was brilliant) …
Do you write or acquire a screenplay? Think about it. Screenwriting is the heavy lifting for your movie. Without a good script you limit …
Most independent filmmakers want to save money but feel too strapped to take action. This is because each month is filled with bills and other unexpected expenses. For this reason, most people put off saving until the end of the month. The problem is, by that time, there is nothing left to save. Despite the expenses of living, there are ways to save money. Here is how I was able to pay myself first.
Want more people to see your movie? In this article, you’ll get a twelve-week movie marketing plan so you can maximize your reach and sell your movie.
In a more-perfect world of Independent Film Distribution, iTunes would open the flood gates and allow all feature filmmakers to upload their work. However, at the time of writing, getting your finished feature film into iTunes is still a pain in the butt. With few exceptions, the company seems to favor traditional distributors over the indie producer. So if you one day dream of having your movie viewed on someone’s iPhone, you’ll still have to find a middle-man ask permission…