The Most Lucrative Skills For Filmmakers To Learn
Nearly a decade ago I taught myself color grading. Not because I planned to be a professional colorist…
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How To Get Started As a Filmmaker: From Shorts To Feature Films
There are so many things I wish I knew when starting out as a filmmaker that would have…
My Self-Imposed Filmmaking Rules For 2023
As we enter a new year, I thought I would share a few self-imposed filmmaking rules that I…
5 Bad Habits That Will Hold You Back As A Filmmaker
Every week I write about all the productive things filmmakers could be doing to push their careers ahead:…
3 Ways To “Splinter” Your Independent Feature Film
In the world of blogging, podcasting, and social media, there is a commonly used tactic called splintering. The…
How To Be A More Productive Filmmaker
Becoming a productive filmmaker is about having clear goals, breaking them into small steps, and developing systems to…
17 Of The Best Filmmakers To Follow On Twitter Right Now
If you’re looking for the best filmmakers to follow on Twitter, I’ve listed some amazing accounts in this…
Charge, Explore, Maintain, Rest – My Tool For Creative Productivity
I’ve recently come up with a new tool to enhance my productivity and creative output. I call it: Charge,…
The Paradox of Making a “Profitable” Indie Film
How likely is it for an indie film to become profitable? Statistically speaking, the picture is quite bleak…
How To Apply Growth Hacking Tactics To Your Next Feature Film (Or Short)
In the startup world, growth hacking tactics are often used to supercharge the rate at which a business…
Do Filmmakers Need To Use Social Media Or Build An Online Presence To Get Ahead?
Love it or hate it, social media is becoming an increasingly important tool for working filmmakers. But is…
Why Indie Filmmakers Are Still Selling Physical DVDs & How It Can Be More Profitable Than Streaming
I don’t know about you, but I haven’t bought a DVD or Blu-Ray in nearly a decade. Virtually…