Breaking the Fourth Wall: How to Break it with Impact
W e’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…
10 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…
The Definitive Guide to Aspect Ratio [with FREE Aspect Ratio Calculator]
With so many places to debut your videos, getting the correct aspect ratio has become critical to your project’s success. But it can be tricky to understand. Today we’re going to…
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…
30 Best 4K Video Cameras for Filmmakers in 2019
Filmmakers hear the term 4K video… a lot. We searched around, but could not find a comprehensive list that broke down the definition, history, and practical application of 4K video….
161 Creative YouTube Video Ideas to Try [with FREE Channel Ideas List]
YouTube has over a billion users worldwide. So it’s essential to make a YouTube channel if you want to build a following. But with so many video formats out there,…
What is a Line Producer: Ultimate Guide to Duties, Salary and More
What is a line producer? What do they do? Great question. And not uncommon, even for people well-versed in film. The role of the line producer, like many inner-workings of…
The 19 Best Short Films of All Time That Every Filmmaker Can Learn From
What makes a great short movie? Better yet, what makes for one of the best short films of all time? They create entire worlds in a small amount of time….
7 Best Video Cameras for Filmmakers in 2019: Digital Camera Buying Guide
With so many types of cameras on the market, it’s hard to know which is the best video camera for your shoot.While festivals like Sundance are inundated with professional digital…
How to Copyright a Script and Protect Your Screenplay
You’ve done it! You’ve finished the greatest story ever told…but how do you protect your screenplay? It’s a good idea for you to learn how to copyright a script because…
A Tale of Two Script Breakdowns: Titanic vs. Brooklyn
The script breakdown of a script is the most crucial element to beginning pre-production of a film. The breakdown provides a clear picture of what the size and scope of…
The Best Mirrorless Cameras for Filmmaking in 2019
Choosing the right camera is one of the most important decisions for any filmmaker. That’s because your camera can be a considerable financial investment, and dictates the kind of content…
The Dolly Shot: Creative Uses of Camera Movements, Shots, Angles
It can be difficult to push your audience to identify with the characters while only using camera movement. But it is possible with the right techniques. Today, we’ll review the…
The Essential Guide to Depth of Field [with Examples]
The 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…
The Ultimate Video Monetization Guide: How to Make Money on YouTube
Everyone knows YouTube monetization is difficult. It can take years to build up your followers and to monetize the content you create. The YouTuber salary fluctuates and is never consistent….
24 Best Storyboard Software of 2019 (with free Storyboard Templates)
Storyboards raise the visual bar. Projects that include a storyboard are more likely to side-step the blunders that can result from miscommunication during production. In this post, we’ll discuss the…
What Does a Producer Do: The Various Types of Producers in Film & TV
What does a Producer do, exactly? More to the point, why are there so many different types of producers in film, TV and video production? Do you know the differences…
Writing a Sitcom Script: Analyzing Seinfeld Scripts [FREE PDF]
A comprehensive article that breaks down why Seinfeld scripts were so good at identifying problems, balancing multiple stories, and keeping the viewer smiling.
How to Create Script Sides for Film & TV [with Examples]
It’s your first day on your first show and you’re starting as an Office PA on a major network, Emmy-winning, hit show. Production starts tomorrow and everyone’s been pulling twelve…
La La Land Script Analysis & Free Script Download: How to Write Musicals
Crafting a well-formatted screenplay has strict rules that every student of screenwriting must learn. From Robert McKee to Save the Cat!, writers have many resources for making script formats more…
How Internal Conflict and External Conflict Can Energize Your Story
The best movies have stories that entertain us but at the same time connect with us and keep us glued to the screen. That kind of compelling drama happens on…
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