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CLASSROOM: 5 Awesome Tactics For New Filmmakers1 min read

6 June 2019 < 1 min read

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CLASSROOM: 5 Awesome Tactics For New Filmmakers1 min read

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Filmmaking expert Jason Brubaker writes:

Making a short film is the rite of passage for many new filmmakers. If you have never made a short film, now is the time. Not only are there a gazillion film festivals that offer a short movie program, but with websites like YouTube, you have the ability to reach a global audience.

While I can’t say that the economics of short movie making has improved dramatically, the emergence of crowdfunding, festivals and internet based video platforms offers hope. But regardless, you’re a filmmaker. And making a short film is a great training ground for getting your feature made, seen and sold.

Many people in Hollywood bounce around for years pretending to do work, when all they are really doing is pretending. Many of these people call themselves producers, yet they have no screen credits and have frankly failed to do anything! Don’t do that. If you haven’t yet made a short, my suggestion is to get started!

For your first few movies, don’t spent time worrying about lighting or special effects. Just learn how to utilize your limited resources and make something cool out of nothing.

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