When making a short film, you should follow this general rule: make your film as brief as possible without taking away from it. In the short film world, nothing is better than a work that keeps you engaged and can move you in mere minutes. Keep in Mind Time Restrictions […]
Post-production
Best Visual Effects Tools For High-Quality Post Production
Visual effects, also known as VFX, has taken the creative and imaginary world of filmmaking to the next level. It has brought stunning and alluring visuals to our films and has given filmmakers a lot more creative freedom.
Sound Design 101: The Ultimate Guide To Great Film Sound
When you’re starting out, filmmaking can seem like a daunting task. Sometimes it feels like there are so many elements you have to worry about. One of the biggest things that can get overlooked is film sound design. Beginner filmmakers are usually preoccupied with the visual elements, and sound can […]
5 Crucial Components of Sound Design
Some of the most important elements of filmmaking are sound design and foley. Often forgotten in favor of the visuals, sound design can create realism, elevate your film, and affect the audience on a subconscious level. Let’s talk about what really is sound design in film: Audio Shapers [source] defines […]
Why Knowing Theatre Sound Design Can Improve Your Film
Looking to learn more about sound design? Not sure where to start with sound design? Looking to hire a sound designer? Or do you want to know how to have the best film sound design? You can look to theatre sound design for your answers. While sound design for theatre […]
Why Beginning Filmmakers Overlook Film Sound Design
When you’re starting out, filmmaking can seem like a daunting task. Sometimes it feels like there are so many elements you have to worry about. One of the biggest things that can get overlooked is film sound design. Beginner filmmakers are usually preoccupied with the visual elements, and sound can […]
5 Ways Sound Design Can Elevate Your Film
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 […]
Sound Design Resources, Books, Courses, and More
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 […]
How to Learn Sound Design Without Film School
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, […]
How to Combine the Talents of a Director and Producer on Set
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 […]
12 Free Post-Production Resources for Motion Graphics, Titles, and More
Wrapping production of your film represents an amazing accomplishment, but many say that the film itself is really created during post-production and the video editing process — “The Edit,” as they say. Not sure how to structure your film budget breakdown? Download our free film budget template here. Depending on […]
How to Minimize Sound Design Costs in Your Film Budget
Sound design can be thought of in a few different ways. What does a sound designer do in film, and what is sound design in film? Well, first off, it differs from sound design for theater (or “theatre” for the purists out there) in that it does not occur live. […]