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A Guide to Turning Your Podcasts into Video Podcasts
From podcaster to videomaker — how can you use video in podcasts, what are some different video styles, and how can you stay ahead of the growing …
Costume Designer Ginger Martini on Production Prep and Post Process
PremiumBeat examines the important role clothes play in film and television in this conversation with fashion designer-turned-costume maven Ginger Martini.
Get Schooled by These Timeless Film History Docs
Challenge your perspective with these documentaries on filmmakers, their tools, the histories they encapsulate, and the cultural context of their work.
Filmmaking Lessons from the Making of the Sci-Fi Horror Classic “Alien”
A new documentary, “Memory: the Origins of Alien,” explores the filmmaking process behind the iconic sci-fi horror classic “Alien.”
Interview: Learan Kahanov, DP of “Madam Secretary”
Learan Kahanov talks about his journey to becoming the DP of “Madam Secretary” — and where he continues to look for inspiration.
7 Filmmaking Interviews with Real-World Career Advice
PremiumBeat revisits seven informative interviews with filmmakers sharing their professional insights into the film and video industry.
Director Nora Mandray on Using History to Understand the Present
We spoke with director Nora Mandray about contextualizing history and keeping a complex political timeline vibrant and legible in short form.
Filmmaking Insights: The Hidden Power of Director’s Commentary
From camera selection to personal relationships behind the scenes, discover what you can learn from a director’s commentary.
How to Maximize Your Time and Productivity as a Filmmaker
These tools can help you dramatically increase your filmmaking productivity and achieve more than you ever thought possible.
Industry Insights: Editor Matt Friedman Talks “The Farewell”
Editor Matt Friedman cuts to the chase on working with Lulu Wang and Awkwafina — and the importance of nailing multicultural projects.
The New and Non-Actor’s Crash Course: Part Two
In the second installment of our two-part Acting Crash Course, we’ll discuss professionalism and what you should expect on set.