WHAT CAREERS IN FILM ARE BEST FOR STORYTELLERS? As is often said, film is a visual medium. With giant screens and the ability to present dazzling special effects, audiences want to be wowed by what they see on the screen. But all the visual razzmatazz in the world will leave audiences cold if there’s not […]
The movie industry is comprised of thousands of different professionals who provide a myriad of services–everything from the cinematographer to the costume designer to caterer. But when most people think of the movie business, three positions typically come first to mind–producers, directors, and actors. And it’s no surprise why–these three professionals have the most control […]
11/21/2011 Writing with a partner can have its upsides and downsides. The rewards usually outweigh the negative aspects. When you collaborate, you have two (or more) minds working towards the same goal. Making your screenplay the best possible work. You can run ideas off each other, and be able to realize what works, and what […]
Utilizing both film and the Internet can help you move forward as a filmmaker, especially if you are just starting out and looking for new ways to make a name for yourself. A number of new directors find that creating small features, such as short films, allows them to illustrate their vision on a smaller […]
If you are fascinated by computer programming and are a true lover of the cinema, you might do well to consider a career in the movie industry, specifically in the field of digital animation. Digital animation is a rapidly growing field, with studios relying more and more on films that are either entirely digitally animated, […]
Digital animators are behind some of the biggest motion pictures of our times. James Cameron’s Avatar is an excellent example of how digital animation can take center stage in today’s pop cultural milieu. Digital animation careers are possible in a number of different industries. Animation houses produce cartoons for the movies and TV while the Internet also […]
WHAT IS DIGITAL FILMMAKING AND VIDEO PRODUCTION? Digital filmmaking has opened up greater possibilities and opportunities for filmmakers than ever before, and if you are interested in breaking into the film industry, you should know as much as possible about how technology has changed the way in which movies are made. Every movie, from the massive […]
Do I need a Film Editing Degree to Get a Job in the Industry? Film Connection graduate Michael Jessop Perhaps you’re considering a career as a film editor, and you’re wondering whether you need to go to college and earn a film editing degree. Editing is both a technical skill and a creative one; you […]
Much like other technical aspects of filmmaking, becoming a makeup artist often does not involve enrollment at film school. The artistry and craft that is needed to work with makeup to create striking appearances, bizarre alterations to human features, and monstrous abominations straight from a nightmare are not typically learned from filmmakers. Makeup requires artistic […]
Finding financing for independent films can be difficult, though there are certain steps that can be taken and some tips on how a new director can find potential investors for a film project. Traditionally, filmmakers worked with major studios to help provide the necessary investment of money for the equipment, crew, and everything else needed […]
Art department in movie terms means the section of a production’s crew concerned with visual artistry. Working under the supervision of the production designer and/or art director, the art department is responsible for arranging the overall look of the film (i.e. modern/high-tech, rustic, Victorian, etc.) as desired by the film director. Individual positions within in […]
Who is the Head Electrician on a Film Set? The gaffer is the head electrician. This means that they are in charge of all the lighting personnel. How they got this name, I have absolutely no clue – but rumor has it that the name gaffer predates the sound era in a time when electricity […]
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