Do you ever find yourself watching a film or TV show and being more interested in how it was filmed rather than what is being filmed? Either that’s the work of an amazing, award-winning cinematographer–or you have the eye of a filmmaker yourself. And if that’s a career you’re thinking of pursuing, you’ll want to […]
Working in close contact with the director on epic blockbusters–or acting as the director on smaller productions–a cinematographer is responsible for how a movie or television show looks on the screen. The overall mood, continuity, when to throw in a change of pace, and when to let the movie settle in. But there are many […]
In your heart, you know there’s nowhere you’d rather be than behind the camera of a film, setting the scene, getting the right angles, and capturing those moments that evoke joy, fear, pain, and every other emotion. But, in your head, you also want to be able to pay the rent. When it comes to […]
Cinematographers, also known as directors of photography, work behind the scenes to capture every visual element necessary to bring a story to life. They work closely with directors to ensure their artistic vision is translated into truly compelling imagery. Using state-of-the-art cinematography equipment–as well as age-old techniques–they capture the perfect lighting, angles, and visual elements […]
In the world of filmmaking, the terms ‘Cinematographer’ and ‘Director of Photography’ (DP) are often used interchangeably. In many cases, Cinematographers and DPs are indeed the same person, especially on smaller productions. But are there any differences between a cinematographer vs director of photography? Although they share many of the same skills depending on the […]
A cinematographer, also known as a director of photography (DP), is a key member of the film or video production team. What does a cinematographer do? Their primary responsibility is to capture the visual elements of a movie, TV show, commercial, or any other form of visual storytelling. Cinematographers work closely with the director to […]
How long does it take to become a cinematographer? The answer to that question largely depends on the person asking. Are you a self-starter with a thirst for learning cinematography–or is this something you just want to do on the weekends? Are you planning on going to school or do you want to jump into […]
Interested in becoming a cinematographer, but aren’t sure of the best way to get there? Film school seems like the logical course, but depending on where you live, you may have to move to attend a traditional four-year university. But, do you need a degree to be a cinematographer in the first place? For many […]
How to Sell a Movie Idea Getting your movie idea in front of the right people can be tricky, especially if you’re an inexperienced filmmaker. But fret not! Film Connection has got five super helpful tips and best practices just for you. With these tips, you’ll be able to pitch your amazing movie idea like […]
HOW TO WRITE A TV SHOW PILOT? Have An Excellent TV Pilot Idea Develop the Characters Create a Detailed Plot Writing a TV pilot is very different than writing any other screenplay. There are many different tips to keep in mind when considering how to write a TV pilot. 1. HAVE AN EXCELLENT TV PILOT IDEA The first […]
Knowing how to network online is an important step to getting a job in the entertainment industry. Unfortunately, there are many young hopefuls who plan to make it in the entertainment industry, and every company everywhere gets swamped with letters, resumes, and portfolios, so most companies choose to hire people they know, or people that […]
(Updated Feb. 11, 2022) At some point in our lives, we’ve all thought about what would make a great movie—and how great it would be if we could make it! It could be something from our personal life, whether it was making it through a difficult patch or a hard-to-believe-that-really-happened three-day weekend. After all, how […]
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