So as a filmmaker and a YouTuber, it might surprise you to know that when I go on vacation, the last thing I want to do is pack up all my heavy, fancy camera equipment and take it with me. I just hate having to babysit a camera the whole time and worry about something happening to it, but I still want to capture fun shots of my trip. So last year, when I went to Hawaii, I decided to get the Osmo Action Camera and test it out.
Read MorePicking the perfect location to shoot your film at can be key, but it can also be a whole undertaking on its own. There's so many things to consider, like, is there power? Or are there even bathrooms? So let's get into some tips on how to location scout for a film.
Read MoreYou've got your script locked down and you're ready to cast your film, but casting can be tricky. I mean, how do you choose one actor over another anyway? Well, I've got the answers for you. So let's go over the steps on how you can cast your film.
Read MoreYou've worked out all the kinks for shooting your film remotely, and now you're ready to jump into post production, but hold on there because it's still not smooth sailing yet. So here's some tips on post production workflow for your remote film shoot.
Read MoreAll right, you've decided to shoot a film in quarantine and you've already knocked out the pre-production steps and are ready to shoot, but things are a bit tricky in this remote film production world. So here's some tips that will help your shoot go smoothly.
Read MoreTimes are tough and it's especially hard to make films right now, but that doesn't mean you can't! So here's some quarantine filmmaking tips so you can shoot a short film remotely!
Read MoreA production binder helps you stay organized during and after your shoot. Plus it keeps all of those pesky documents and contracts in one place. So let's go over what a production binder is, and most importantly, what's inside them.
Read MoreKnowing the essential contracts for indie film is key to making sure you and your cast and crew are legally protected, but most first indie filmmakers are intimidated by them. So let's go over some of the basic contracts you'll need and I'll even share with you where you can download templates for them.
Read MoreA call sheet is a document that you send to all of your cast and crew to ensure they know exactly when and where you are shooting. It's a vital piece of communication that could make or break your shoot day. If a cast or crew member doesn't know when or where to show up, you may find your shoot already sabotaged. So let's go over some of the key elements that make up a call sheet. So all your demons show up on time.
Read MoreScheduling your shoot efficiently is one of the most critical things you can do in pre-production to ensure a smooth shoot day. But doing it by hand on paper can be time consuming and inefficient, which is why I recommend you use an app like Shot Lister.
Read More360 cameras are hot, especially the Insta360 ONE X! So let's dive into what this little baby can do and go over the various shots you can get with it.
Read MoreA budget is like a living document that can change throughout the filmmaking process, but having it as both a guideline for purchases as well as a method for keeping track of expenses is a huge life saver for any filmmaker, especially if you’re self funding your film. So let’s get into how to make a budget so you can hold on to as much cash as possible.
Read MoreA line script can be both a lifesaver on set and in the editing room. It's usually created by a script supervisor during production, but if you're shooting with a small crew doing a line script before production can help you make sure you're getting all the coverage you need.
Read MoreIn light of the Black Lives Matter movement, it just didn't seem right to bring you a video where I do some silly thing with my dog. So instead, I wanted to highlight some black indie filmmakers and encourage you to support that community by watching their films.
Read MoreFor this month's Filmmaking Q&A I'll go over some basic color correction tips as I show you how to do basic color correction in premiere using Lumetri color!
Read MoreLearning how to storyboard an indie film can help you share your vision with the rest of the crew, so let's go over the fundamentals of storyboarding so you can storyboard like a pro!
Read MoreKnowing how to create a shot list for film is an important step to the pre-production process. So I'll show you the ropes using my google sheets shot list template, which you can get access to by supporting me on Patreon.
Read MoreIt can be hard to find a good camera kit under $1000, but the Neewer Shoulder Rig is a great setup that's under $200! So buckle up and join me for this Neewer Camera Shoulder Rig product review!
Read MoreLet’s go over some cinema shot types and discuss how you can use them correctly to express your character’s emotions and help tell story through cinematography.
Read MoreMy life feels like a movie right now, how about your's? I figured I'd bring a smile to your face with my funny quarantine vlogs! So sit back and enjoy a glimpse into how I'm surviving quarantine!
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