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On-Set Convergence for 3D Filming
Filming in 3D brings new obstacles. Ian Johnson explains on-set convergence and why correct camera alignment saves immense time in post-production. Filming in 3D creates new possibilities as…
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Directing & Producing for Television: How the Partnership Works
Transitioning from DP to Director with Michael Goi, ASC, ISC
The Craft of Horror Cinematography with Roy Wagner, ASC
Horror Cinematography with Christopher Baffa, ASC
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10 Simple and Essential Tips for Working with Beginning Composers
Written By Tony Halliwell Working with a student or beginning composer? Deriving from my experiences working as a startup composer, I'd like to share with you some quick…
Screenwriting
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60 Second Ad Plot Point Breakdown
Using the Budweiser Super Bowl Puppy Commercial 2015 as an example. Why does everyone love this Budweiser puppy ad? Super story structure that touches on all the right…
Editing & Post
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Tricks for Working with Troubled Green Screen
Tricks for Working with Troubled Green Screen Written By Lee Lanier Working with green screen is a common task when it comes to VFX compositing. Yet, many times…
Cameras & Gear
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Exploring Lens Adapters for HD and HDV Video Cameras
Lens adapters from Redrock Micro and Letus put 35mm still lenses on HD and HDV cameras for shallow depth of field. How…
Relationship between the Director and the Director of Photography
Top 10 Low Budget Filmmaking Cameras
Drone Filmmaker Benefits and Tips for Beginners
Sound
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HDSLR Audio: Challenges and Solutions
There are reasons to love DSLR cameras, but audio isn’t one. David Kaminski and Eric Perez explain the audio challenges of HDSLRs…
5 Important PRO Audio Tips for New Filmmakers
Clearing Music for Your Film: Library Music vs. Original Scores
How to Think About Sound: A Four-Step Sound Design Strategy
Lighting
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Light Emotion
Photo by Nandhu Kumar. Follow on Instagram @nandhukumar_nk Written by Eddie Tapp Light is all around us. We use light, we…
Is There Light at the End of the Tunnel?
A Conversation with John Simmons, ASC
Lighting for Cinematography by David Landau: A Book for Shooters
Documentary
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TV and Documentary Editing Insights from Heidi Scharfe, ACE
StudentFilmmakers Magazine: What was one of your most favorite scenes or sequences to edit, and why? Heidi Scharfe, ACE: The obvious choices would…
7 Ways to Maintain Sharp Focus Filming Documentary Action
Finding Aftermarkets for Your Documentary
You’ve Finished Your Documentary. Now What? Maro Chermayeff of SVA
Film Business
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Collaborate Like a Pro: 6 Helpful Tips
(Article published in StudentFilmmakers Magazine.) By Daniel LeBlanc Collaborating is one of the hardest things to do effectively. Here are a few…
Filmmaking: The Most Toxic Relationship You’ll Ever Have
Constructive Advice for Crowdfunding Your Next Movie
Ask for What You Want: A Walking Dead Story
Acting
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Tips for Voiceover Auditions: 3 Key Steps
Auditions are a huge part of voiceover work. Rob Kaye shares three key steps to prepare, perform and follow up so you…
Get that Peak Performance while the Camera is Actually Rolling
6 Kinds of Voiceover Demos and How to Showcase Your Talent
Inside the World of a Rehearsal: Working with Actors Before the Shoot
Film Schools
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Internships: Living and Working Your Dream
Film a reality show on a cruise ship or shoot travel videos abroad? David Kaminski explains how film students can find internships…
Top Skills Needed for Today’s Production Designers
Filmic Launches an Education Program for Schools and Universities
Don’t Postpone Your College Education
Festivals & Contests
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Train Your Eye with Rule of Thirds! Then, Unleash Its Wild Creativity!
Above photo by Jonatan Pie. The Rule of Thirds is a compositional technique used in photography, art and design. It involves mentally…
広瀬すず Suzu Hirose’s Unforgettable Night at JAPAN CUTS 2026
5 Reasons to Enter the Summer Shorts Video Contest
Scriptapalooza TV Is Accepting Pilots, Sitcoms and Dramas
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DPA Microphones Delivers Pristine Audio for Hilary Duff “The Lucky Me Tour”
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