Color Grading vs. Color Correction Process for Video: A Complete Guide
We’ve all seen films with an eerie green or chilly blue tint that drives home the tone of the project. Period pieces shot on modern cameras often have a classic…
What are LUTs? The Ultimate Guide to Color Grading
Color grading can completely transform the look of your video, but unless you’ve spent years inside a coloring house, you may not have the technical know-how to achieve the desired…
How to Find and Schedule the “Hidden” Shoot Locations in a Script
You’ve got a script. You’re getting ready to shoot. Before you go into production, you’ll need to figure out how to break down your script. Locations can be tricky when breaking…
What is a Script Doctor? How to Become a Script Consultant in 2019
One job in Hollywood without a clear career path is that of the script doctor. More behind-the-scenes than most well-paid positions in Hollywood, the script doctor has an enormous influence…
How to Shoot the Best Fight Scenes Like Guy Ritchie’s Sherlock Holmes
You grew up watching the best fight scenes and loved every bone cracking minute of them. They are one of the reasons you became a filmmaker, and perhaps you’ve already…
How to Find Award-Worthy Script Ideas from The Public Domain
Most Hollywood films and television shows are based off “Intellectual Property,” or “I.P.” Free intellectual property comes from the public domain. People are more likely to buy a ticket for…
12 Best Screenwriting Contests You Need to Enter Now
I think we all can agree, screenwriting contests can be useful tools for both new writers and those with experience under their belts. They’re excellent ways to get noticed, but…
Low Angle Shot: Creative Examples of Camera Movements & Angles
W hat do you get from a low angle shot? Does it make your character seem more powerful? Can it also signal vulnerability? Today, we cover the low angle shot, and how you…
Shot Listing Like a Pro: When Do You Create a Shot List?
Creating a shot list is an invaluable tool for your production, but unexpected obstacles can arise on your film set at any time. When is it important to rely on your…
Breaking the Fourth Wall: How to Break it with Impact
We’ve all seen a film or television show break the fourth wall. It’s hard to miss, and that’s why breaking the 4th wall is a really big filmmaking decision that can…
How to Find and Hire the Best Film Crew: The Definitive Guide
Crewing up for a film shoot can mean hiring for quite a few different positions. Luckily, there are tons of talented members of the film and television industry, at every…
The Essential Guide to YouTube’s Royalty-Free Music and Audio Library
We’ve all been there. You want free music or free stock audio for a project, but don’t know where to look. One of the best sources for YouTube royalty-free music is…
Cinematography and Film Terms Every Working Filmmaker Should Know
Afilm set is a unique world that has to be experienced to be understood. There is a steep learning curve that comes with every film production. It can take many…
15 Best Video Camera Stabilizers for Filmmakers in 2019
There are few things more frustrating than nailing a shot, only to realize later that your footage is shaky and unusable. You know the next step to better content is…
The Complete Guide to Instagram Video Sizes & Formats (FREE Template)
Instagram videos are key to successful branding. But that also comes with its own challenges. Like … what’s the proper Instagram video size? What’s the best Instagram video format? What…
The Complete Guide to Actor Release Forms (FREE Template)
A re you sure you own your movie? You may be shocked to learn that without release forms from each of your actors, your film does not belong to you. Fortunately,…
How to Copyright a Script and Protect Your Screenplay
You’ve finished the greatest story ever told. Now how do you protect your screenplay? It’s a good idea to learn how to copyright a script because, as a writer, the…
Camera Lens Mounts Explained: Types of Lens Mounts and Adapters
Finding the right lens for your camera can vastly improve your images and overall production, but learning what you need to know about video and photo camera lenses can be…
How to Write a Spec Script: The Complete Guide to Writing on Spec
There’s no shortage of “How to Write a Spec Script” posts out there, and they tend to come in two forms. Articles about writing on spec either spotlight “business side”…
The Essential Guide to Depth of Field [with Examples]
T he best cinematographers use their knowledge to gain precise control over every aspect of their images, allowing them to elicit specific emotions from the viewer. Establishing your own visual style needs…
15 Pro Tips to Create a More Encouraging Production Schedule
L et’s face it, shooting schedules can be super complicated. Who’s available when? How do we shoot the most expensive elements? It’s easy to forget that a production schedule is as…
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