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Industry Spotlight: Working as a Production Assistant on Set
So you want to break into filmmaking? Working as a production assistant is a great way to get started. So what does that mean?
Working with Comedy and Drama in Sundance’s “Before You Know It”
Explore the nuances of cutting comedy and drama together with experienced comedy editor Kent Kincannon in the Sundance 2019’s “Before You Know It.”
Industry Insights: Film Festivals, Shorts, and the Future of Viewing
Festival director, associate producer, and muse Kimberley Browning wears any hat she needs to. Here she is on festival programming and supporting artists.
11 YouTube Channels Every Filmmaker Should Follow in 2019
We rounded up some of the best YouTube channels every filmmaker should be following for inspiration and technical know-how in 2019.
Sundance 2019: Tips for Shooting Verité Documentary Footage
Cinematographer Matt Porwoll shares some insight about shooting classic verité on the modern documentary “Tigerland” at Sundance 2019.
The Costume Design of Star Trek, House of Cards, and My Big Fat Greek Wedding
We spoke with costume designer Gersha Phillips about her designs for Star Trek: Discovery, House of Cards, and My Big Fat Greek Wedding.
Increase Your Production Values with Simple Costume Design
Costume design doesn’t have to mean sewing everything by hand. Here are some tips for improving your production value with a little planning.
Pre-Production Tips: The Basics of Breaking Down a Script
You’ve got your script, your cast, and your crew, so you’re ready to shoot, right? Not exactly. You need to break down your script first.
Every Video Editor’s Secret Weapon: Royalty-Free Footage
From grabbing location inserts to creating a promo video without leaving your office, royalty-free footage is an excellent way to save time and money.
Streamline Your Film or Video Project with an Assistant Editor
In this post-production guide, we take a look at maximizing your investment in an assistant editor for your film or video project.
Cinematography Tip: Working with Unmotivated Camera Movement
Usually filmmakers want their camera movements motivated, but when can you improve your story with un-motivated camera movement?
The Story Behind Editing a Movie About Dungeons & Dragons
We got the stories behind how some of the classic Dungeons and Dragons artwork came to be — and making a documentary about it.