What Does an Animator Do — Job Description Explained

Animation BasicsOpen menu What is Animation What is Pre-Production in Animation What Does an Animator Do What is Cel Animation What is Pixilation Animation What is Tweening in Animation What is Anime What is Claymation What are Keyframe What is Persistence of Vision What is Stop Motion Animation What is Rotoscope Animation What is Character… Continue reading What Does an Animator Do — Job Description Explained

What is a Boom Operator in Film — Role Explained

Camera & Lighting DepartmentOpen menu Best Boy Camera Operator Director Of Photography Focus Puller Key Grip Gaffer Grip Sound DepartmentOpen menu Boom Operator Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions A Boom Operator, a key player in the film, television, and radio industry, is entrusted with managing the boom microphone, an instrument critical for recording superior,… Continue reading What is a Boom Operator in Film — Role Explained

What Does a Prop Maker Do — Job Description Explained

Art DepartmentOpen menu Art Director Production Designer Prop Master Prop Maker Storyboard Artist Concept Artist Scenic Artist Set Decorator Set Dresser Set Designer Weapons Master Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions C inema and television are riddled with iconic props. Think Indiana Jones’ whip, the Rosebud sled in Citizen Kane, or Wilson in Cast Away. But… Continue reading What Does a Prop Maker Do — Job Description Explained

Above the Line vs Below the Line in Film Explained

Cinematography Terms Screenwriting Terms Film Terms Film Crew Positions N avigating the world of film production can feel like stepping into an alien landscape, filled with strange jargon that seems to make little sense. Among the most puzzling are the terms “above the line” and “below the line” positions – but fear not, for they’re not… Continue reading Above the Line vs Below the Line in Film Explained

What is a Scenic Artist — Job and Duties Explained

Art DepartmentOpen menu Art Director Production Designer Prop Master Prop Maker Storyboard Artist Concept Artist Scenic Artist Set Decorator Set Dresser Set Designer Weapons Master Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions M uch like the skilled hand behind a captivating novel, Scenic Artists are the imaginative forces that paint our visual stories in theater, film, and… Continue reading What is a Scenic Artist — Job and Duties Explained

What Does a Set Decorator Do in Film — Role Explained

Art DepartmentOpen menu Art Director Production Designer Prop Master Prop Maker Storyboard Artist Concept Artist Scenic Artist Set Decorator Set Dresser Set Designer Weapons Master Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions S et decorators play a unique and vital role in film and television production. But what does a Set Decorator do, exactly? They are the… Continue reading What Does a Set Decorator Do in Film — Role Explained

What is a Location Manager in Film — Role Explained

Location DepartmentOpen menu Location Scout Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions In the world of film and television production, a myriad of professionals work behind the scenes to bring stories to life. Among these unsung heroes, the location manager plays a pivotal role. They are the ones responsible for finding the perfect settings that visually… Continue reading What is a Location Manager in Film — Role Explained

What is a Set Designer — Role & Job Description Explained

Art DepartmentOpen menu Art Director Production Designer Prop Master Prop Maker Storyboard Artist Concept Artist Scenic Artist Set Decorator Set Dresser Set Designer Weapons Master Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions T he realm of theatre, film, and television is a kaleidoscope of various roles, each contributing to the final masterpiece that captivates audiences worldwide. Among these… Continue reading What is a Set Designer — Role & Job Description Explained

What is a Weapons Master in Film — Job & Duties Explained

Art DepartmentOpen menu Art Director Production Designer Prop Master Prop Maker Storyboard Artist Concept Artist Scenic Artist Set Decorator Set Dresser Set Designer Weapons Master Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions In creating a film, every detail matters, and every role plays a vital part in bringing a story to life. Among these roles, the… Continue reading What is a Weapons Master in Film — Job & Duties Explained

What is a Concept Artist — Job Description Explained

Art DepartmentOpen menu Art Director Production Designer Prop Master Prop Maker Storyboard Artist Concept Artist Scenic Artist Set Decorator Set Dresser Set Designer Weapons Master Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions Are you captivated by the imaginative worlds and characters that come to life in movies, games, and animation? Ever wondered who’s responsible for crafting… Continue reading What is a Concept Artist — Job Description Explained

What is a Set Dresser — Definition and Job Description

Art DepartmentOpen menu Art Director Production Designer Prop Master Prop Maker Storyboard Artist Concept Artist Scenic Artist Set Decorator Set Dresser Set Designer Weapons Master Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions In the world of film production, where every detail on screen is meticulously planned and executed. One of the unsung heroes of this process… Continue reading What is a Set Dresser — Definition and Job Description

The Clapperboard Explained — How to Use a Film Slate

The humble film slate, scuffed and scratched and tossed casually aside between setups, is actually a very important piece of equipment that no film set should ever be without. In this post, we’re going to give you an insider’s tour of the slate, officially known as a clapperboard. We’ll show you how to use a… Continue reading The Clapperboard Explained — How to Use a Film Slate

What is a Stunt Coordinator in Film — Job Description Explained

Stunts DepartmentOpen menu Stunt Coordinator Stuntman Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions Everybody loves a good action movie, and there are very few good action movies without good stunts. Stunts are the backbone of action movies and have been an element of filmmaking from the very beginning. Tons of work goes into creating mind-blowing stunts,… Continue reading What is a Stunt Coordinator in Film — Job Description Explained

What is an Art Director in Film — Job Description Explained

Art DepartmentOpen menu Art Director Production Designer Prop Master Prop Maker Storyboard Artist Concept Artist Scenic Artist Set Decorator Set Dresser Set Designer Weapons Master Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions You may have watched a film’s end credits and thought to yourself, “What is an art director in film?” After all, numerous industries, such… Continue reading What is an Art Director in Film — Job Description Explained

Above the Line Film Positions & How They Work in a Budget

If you are at all interested in the behind-the-scenes side of filmmaking, then you may have heard the terms “above the line” and “below the line” thrown around in interviews, articles, or BTS footage. In this article, we’ll be discussing above and below the line in film and breaking down exactly what above the line… Continue reading Above the Line Film Positions & How They Work in a Budget

What Does a Cinematographer Do? DP Wally Pfister Explains

BasicsOpen menu What Does a Cinematographer Do What is Cinematography What is Digital Cinematography Cinematography Terms What is Motion Blur ResourcesOpen menu Essential Cinematography Books Top 100 Cinematography Films DP Advice from Alex Buono Videography Contract Template Best Cinematography Schools Cinematography Jobs How to Join the Cinematographer’s Guild Best Cinematography Online Courses E-BooksOpen menu FREE… Continue reading What Does a Cinematographer Do? DP Wally Pfister Explains