Reading Time: 5 minutes In this article we look at how to do your research and approach the right people to build your film contacts. It sounds cliché, but the film industry thrives on the premise; it’s not what you know, it’s who you know. Being a talented filmmaker means nothing unless you build contacts in the film industry,
Reading Time: 5 minutes In this article we look at a few different techniques on how to use negative fill as an effective film lighting technique. Most people starting out in production have heard of fill light. It’s one of the key components in creating a traditional, and balanced image in a three point lighting set up. But what
Reading Time: 2 minutes After revolutionizing the music licensing industry, Artlist is now adding high-end sound effects to its platform. Check it out here. Also we now get 2 months free with any paid plan at Artlist or Artgrid 😉 May 12th, Tel Aviv – Less than a year after launching Artgrid, their new stock footage site, Artlist has
Reading Time: 5 minutes In this article we look at 3 point lighting setups with different variations using both artificial and natural light. When I first started shooting content for clients, interviews were and still are a huge chunk of my work. With most content involving some form of testimonial or interview as the main narrative. Therefore, its important
Reading Time: 6 minutes Let’s cut to the chase, film set safety is paramount. It’s legally the Producer’s responsibility to ensure the safety of their cast and crew at all times. So, before you or any of your crew step foot on set, get schooled up on the basics of film set safety with these easy to follow do’s
Reading Time: 6 minutes There is no denying it, making a low budget film has never been easier. As filmmakers in the 21st century, we are indeed spoiled with options. But even so, despite all of the resources, sloppy-looking films are still being made. You see on the whole it’s not about what camera you shoot on. To make
Reading Time: 6 minutes In this article we give you our top tips on scouting locations for filming including a free location form at the end. Sourcing the right location is an integral part of any film production, and naturally, you don’t want to waste time scouting the wrong place. But there is more to it than just finding
Reading Time: 6 minutes Firstly, a TV runner is the most basic entry-level job role in the industry. On set you will be a general dogsbody, helping out when needed and doing all of those little jobs no one else wants to do. It might seem like grunt work (and for the most part it is) but this role
Reading Time: 5 minutes In this article we look at walkie talkie lingo, radio etiquette and how they should be used correctly on a film set. Walkie talkies are a key piece of film equipment. They’re a fundamental way to communicate with the crew on set, however, there isn’t much training on how to use them. Therefore, I’ve created
Reading Time: 6 minutes In this article we break down various different film set jobs and how they relate to other departments. Teamwork makes the dreamwork, and filmmaking at heart is a collaborative art. That is to say, if you want to make a film you’re going to need a film crew. And with so many film set jobs
