{"id":153970,"date":"2021-04-30T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-30T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/?p=153970"},"modified":"2021-04-29T16:58:40","modified_gmt":"2021-04-29T21:58:40","slug":"jim-cummings-youtube-series-filmmaking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/jim-cummings-youtube-series-filmmaking\/","title":{"rendered":"Jim Cummings&#8217; YouTube Series Answers All Your Filmmaking Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-this-seasoned-producer-and-award-winning-director-writer-and-star-has-launched-a-new-youtube-series-with-plenty-of-filmmaking-advice\"><span id=\"this-seasoned-producer-and-award-winning-director-writer-and-star-has-launched-a-new-youtube-series-with-plenty-of-filmmaking-advice\">This seasoned producer and award-winning director, writer, and star has launched a new YouTube series with plenty of filmmaking advice.<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Filmmaking is a multidisciplinary art form. It requires a thoughtful approach to writing, a keen eye for cinematography, and a nuanced editing process to create a film from scratch. However, at its heart, filmmaking is a hustle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In recent years, no filmmaker has been more prolific than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm3526993\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Jim Cummings<\/a>. After honing his chops as a producer on shorts and features for several years, Cummings has written, directed, and starred in festival standouts and winning features like <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt7738450\/?ref_=nm_knf_t1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Thunder Road<\/a><\/em>, <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt11140488\/?ref_=nm_knf_t2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">The Wolf of Snow Hollow<\/a><\/em>, and the upcoming co-writing and co-directing venture with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm2826867\/?ref_=tt_ov_dr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">PJ McCabe<\/a>, <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt11738830\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">The Beta Test<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, despite being perhaps one of the busiest filmmakers in the industry, Cummings always seems to be able to find time to stay in touch with the film community at large. He\u2019s launched a <a href=\"https:\/\/shorttofeature.com\/our-films\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">short to feature lab<\/a> to help up-and-coming filmmakers jumpstart their cinematic careers. And, most recently, he\u2019s even started a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC_wxoxVrtB0Su9BDbloUcXA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">YouTube series<\/a> where he\u2019s answering all our questions regarding the ins-and-outs of the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-360-degree-look-at-filmmaking\"><span id=\"a-360-degree-look-at-filmmaking\">A 360-Degree Look at Filmmaking<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/w23DkaaS8u8?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shot with what looks to be a GoPro on a selfie stick, Cummings answers some common questions, as well as breaks down some of his favorite pieces of advice for those looking to get into filmmaking\u2014specifically with short films, a subject he\u2019s quite familiar with. The video is also an introduction of sorts into the new series by Cummings, with a promise to answer more specific questions in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The guidance ranges from practical tips on where to find inspiration and story ideas, to more theoretical recommendations into how to tackle a project and shape your story and vision. Speaking personally, these are all tremendous pieces of advice from a source that\u2019s been one of the hardest workers in the industry\u2014 someone who\u2019s found the success of taking short films and turning them into festival-winning features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-suggestion-for-filmmakers\"><span id=\"10-suggestion-for-filmmakers\">10 Suggestion for Filmmakers<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">I started a video series on my other channels! Check it out. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/O0pLtKaH3D\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">pic.twitter.com\/O0pLtKaH3D<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Jim Cummings (@jimmycthatsme) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/jimmycthatsme\/status\/1386356145913163779?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">April 25, 2021<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Try to impress the audience through the craftsmanship of the film. <\/li><li>Make sure the DNA of the project is compelling the audience at all costs.<\/li><li>Read and watch great short fiction. <\/li><li>Cut everything superfluous.<\/li><li>Attacking a serious subject with complete austerity almost always fails.<\/li><li>Discuss evergreen subjects like life, love, legacy, grief, and happiness.<\/li><li>Ask yourself while you\u2019re shooting: \u201cIs this how this actually happens in real life?\u201d<\/li><li>Directors\u2019 visions are often mirages.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It\u2019s not a sketch.<\/li><li>Keep the credits short.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s a lot to dive into from the video, but the basic suggestions from Cummings are laid out above. Perhaps my favorite pieces of advice come from the <em>where<\/em> and <em>how<\/em> to watch great short fiction section. Cummings points to both great literature, as well as recommends checking out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortoftheweek.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Short of the Week<\/a>, where you can browse different <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortoftheweek.com\/channels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">channels on their site<\/a> or on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortoftheweek.com\/channels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">their Vimeo<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s also interesting to hear his take on the differences between short sketches and short films, and how to find the nuanced balance between attacking a project with complete austerity versus a tinge of irony or humor. Both subjects are very much at the heart of his <a href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/174957219\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><em>Thunder Road<\/em> short film<\/a>, which was eventually turned into a SXSW-winning feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-other-advice-and-inspiration\"><span id=\"other-advice-and-inspiration\">Other Advice and Inspiration<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/p9vnKMaERzM?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overall, Cummings continues to be an awesome source of film knowledge and advice\u2014someone quite open with the community and always looking to further engage any ongoing discussions in filmmaking. We\u2019ve actually interviewed him in the past, tracing his career from his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/making-one-take-short-films\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">one-take short films<\/a> to his takeaways from the set of his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wolf-of-snow-hollow-filmmaker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">latest-released feature <em>The Wolf of Snow Hollow<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019d like to follow along with his filmmaking channel, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/jimmycthatsme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">follow him on Twitter<\/a>, as well as staying up with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC_wxoxVrtB0Su9BDbloUcXA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">his YouTube channel<\/a> where you can send in your questions for the next episodes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more filmmaking inspiration, advice, and resources, check out these articles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/nobudge-launching-streaming-app\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">NoBudge Launching Streaming App for Emerging Filmmakers<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/minari-character-and-naturalism\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">What Minari Teaches Filmmakers About Character and Naturalism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/motion-capture-animation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">How to Get Started with Motion Capture Right Now<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/casey-neistat-creative-video-content\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Interview: Casey Neistat on the Future of Creative Video Content<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/cameras-sxsw-film-festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">The Variety of Cameras Used at the SXSW Film Festival 2021<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Cover image of Jim Cummings on the set of Thunder Road via <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/@jimmycthatsme\/how-to-make-a-feature-film-in-2018-cb292346cb77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Jim Cummings<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This seasoned producer and award-winning director, writer, and star has launched a new YouTube series with plenty of filmmaking advice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":76,"featured_media":153971,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2},"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[3843,79],"tags":[255,6610,3432,5324,6411],"class_list":["post-class-post-153970","post-class-post","post-class-type-post","post-class-status-publish","post-class-format-standard","post-class-has-post-thumbnail","post-class-hentry","post-class-category-filmmaking-2","post-class-category-inspiration","post-class-tag-director","post-class-tag-jim-cummings","post-class-tag-producer","post-class-tag-short-films","post-class-tag-youtube-channels"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v18.5 (Yoast SEO v27.7) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Jim Cummings&#039; 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