In our last contest, we said we’d be finding ways to award more filmmakers and make more movies happen. Last time, we provided funding and prizes to four different films to help them get produced. This time, we’re awarding TEN. If you want to be considered for our next contest […]
Want to take your project to the next level? Look no further than the audio of your film. Sound is such a crucial element of any project. Often what distinguishes a student film from a professional project is its sound design. It is easier to overlook poor visuals but it’s […]
Got a passion for sound design? Want to learn more about it? We’ve got you covered. We list some great resources below for sound design beginners and experts alike. Film sound design is such an important element of any great project. Good sound design for film can be some of […]
You know film school isn’t for you, but you still want to learn about sound design? Look no further. You don’t need a film degree to learn about the theory and practice of film sound design. But sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. Often an overlooked aspect of filmmaking, […]
Below is a guest post from director/producer and actress Jamie Monahan. During a novel pandemic where we are constantly told what we can’t do, it can be difficult to feel inspired to do anything. That’s why I wanted to take a moment to share what you can do right now […]
One of the hardest parts of the pre-production process is the film budget. Funding is always hard, especially when making a movie because you have to ask for money before you’ve made anything. You’re asking people and places to finance on the promise of something great afterward. This is why […]
Some of the best tools for writing a screenplay are books. A one time purchase for a wealth of knowledge? Sign me up. But it’s important to make sure you’re getting the right book for your kind of writing and the best book to give you some useful tips. So […]
So you want to make a movie, but you don’t know how to write a screenplay. Don’t worry, it’s not always necessary. The screenplay format can be restrictive as much as it is freeing. If you already have a concept for your film, with a finished script or not, you […]
Katie Sadler is not your typical filmmaker (whatever “typical” means, anyway). She’s also a dancer, and she channels her excitement for and curiosity of many disciplines into her work, allowing her to develop creative worlds. Katie wrote a one-sentence pitch, and our judges selected her entry as a winner, granting […]
Considering going to film school? Looking for a list of the best film schools? Consider this, going to a film school is a great way to build your network! In an industry all about connections and who you know, an education in film is an ideal way to meet fellow […]
On a set, the director and the producers have some of the most important jobs. Often a production will have more than one producer because there are so many moving parts to producing a film. The producers are in charge of the business of film making while the director handles […]
What do you do when you get a great idea in your head? When that sudden burst of inspiration comes when you’re standing in the grocery store? Usually, you write it down in your phone, a little blurb in the Notes app. Could this idea become the next big movie, […]