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How to Break into the Film Industry | ||
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Career Advice from the Pros | 21:13 | |
How to Get Your First Job | 22:54 | |
How to Move to Los Angeles | 18:13 | |
How to Make Money in the Film Industry | 24:37 | |
Realities of a Career in the Film Industry | 27:18 | |
The Art of Networking | 22:17 | |
How to Survive in Hollywood | 17:00 |

How to Write Your Screenplay | ||
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Beginning the Writing Process | – | |
Working with a Writing Partner | – | |
Developing the Idea | 34:58 | |
The Changing Landscape of Television | 34:36 | |
How to Structure Your Story | 33:07 | |
Defining and Writing Comedy | 29:36 | |
The Hidden Tools of Comedy | 32:02 | |
The Three Act Structure | 35:45 | |
A-Story and Subplots | 28:27 | |
How to Fix Story Pacing Problems | 37:01 | |
Creating an Amazing Protagonist | 33:13 | |
Creating the Perfect Antagonist | 23:08 | |
Conflict Types | 20:20 | |
How to Write Memorable Supporting Characters | 18:24 | |
Understanding Character Archetypes | 21:45 | |
How to Develop Your Character’s Personality and Backstory | 29:49 | |
Writing Original Dialogue and Subtext | 25:48 | |
The Writing Process from Title to Outline | 26:00 | |
How to Write the First Draft | 22:36 | |
Techniques for Rewriting and Refining Your Script | 31:52 | |
How to Market Your Script to Producers and Agents | 27:09 | |
How to Become a Hollywood Writer Part I | 10:53 | |
How to Become a Hollywood Writer Part II | 30:12 | |
How to Work in a Television Writers Room | 24:40 | |
How to Write a Reality Television Show | 22:22 |
Working with Final Draft Software | ||
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Final Draft – Script Basics | 26:05 | |
Final Draft – Using Templates | 13:02 | |
Final Draft – Story Organization | 15:21 | |
Final Draft – Distributing Your Script | 17:37 | |
Final Draft – Tips, Tricks, & Utilities | 28:00 | |
Final Draft – Production | 23:15 |

Producing and Development | ||
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The Studio System | 33:09 | |
Working for a Studio | 26:19 | |
Making a Business Plan | 30:53 | |
Packaging Your Movie | 29:29 | |
Agents and Managers | 23:37 | |
How to Pitch and Sell a Reality TV Show | 28:54 | |
How to Raise Money for your Movie | 39:30 | |
Taking Advantage of Tax Incentives | 21:54 | |
Forming a Production Company | 32:54 | |
How to Manage the Budget Money | 36:07 | |
Hiring the Crew | 30:31 | |
Working with Vendors | 18:34 | |
Unions and Guilds | 35:40 | |
Working with SAG/AFTRA | 25:47 |

Scheduling and Budgeting | ||
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Beginning Pre-Production | – | |
Breaking Down the Script | 19:11 | |
Scheduling the Production | 29:27 | |
Scheduling the Day | 30:03 | |
How to Build a Budget | 30:45 | |
Production Insurance | 19:45 |

The Crew | ||
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Crew Structures | – | |
Crew Positions | – | |
The Line Producer | 37:33 | |
The Unit Production Manager | 28:57 | |
Production Coordinator | 19:53 | |
1st Assistant Director | 39:06 | |
2nd Assistant Director | 10:10 | |
2nd 2nd Assistant Director | 5:33 | |
Production Assistants | 31:36 | |
Script Supervisor | 28:44 | |
Production Designer | 21:14 | |
The Art Director | 11:26 | |
Construction Coordinator | 27:52 | |
The Cinematographer | – | |
Camera Operator | 26:13 | |
1st Assistant Camera | 11:24 | |
2nd Assistant Camera | 7:33 | |
Key Grip | 20:45 | |
Best Boy | 11:22 | |
Grips | 12:01 | |
Working as a Grip | 25:16 | |
Dolly Grip | 13:02 | |
Gaffer | 20:10 | |
Best Boy Electric | 9:57 | |
Electricians | 16:19 |

Camera and Lens | ||
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Building the Camera Package | – | |
How to Prep a Camera | 14:37 | |
Imaging Sensor and ISO | 20:25 | |
Frame Rates | 20:02 | |
Analog vs Digital | 6:41 | |
Film vs Video | 26:57 | |
Tripods and Sliders | 17:58 | |
Introduction to Lenses | 22:00 | |
Lens Care | 9:28 | |
Focus | 23:21 | |
Focusing Techniques | 23:21 | |
Exposure | 26:43 | |
How to Expose a Shot | 25:16 | |
F-stops and T-stops | 17:42 | |
The Zone System | 23:03 | |
Focal Length | 25:00 | |
Lens Focal Length | 23:50 | |
Macro Focus | 9:28 | |
Back Focus | 4:51 | |
ASA and Gain | 4:13 | |
The Shutter | 12:54 | |
Managing Your Media | – |
Framing and Composition | ||
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Composing the Frame | 21:48 | |
Creating Depth in the Frame | 17:20 | |
The Actors’ Eyelines | 9:26 | |
Framing People | 17:19 | |
The Rule of 180 and Screen Direction | 24:32 | |
Shot Types | 28:07 | |
The Technicalities of the Frame | 13:15 | |
Using a Clapboard | 11:04 | |
Using a Light Meter | 12:34 | |
Using a Production Monitor | 14:29 |
Lighting | ||
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Introduction to Light and Exposure | 23:27 | |
Attributes of Light | 34:02 | |
Tungsten Lighting | 11:01 | |
HMI Lighting | 20:02 | |
Kino-Flo Fluorescent Lighting | 14:02 | |
LED Lighting | 7:10 | |
How to Build a Light Kit | 15:31 | |
Low Budget Lighting Tools | 9:37 | |
Reducing Light | 20:31 | |
Softening Light | 24:00 | |
Shaping Light | 17:51 | |
Color Temperatures | 23:05 | |
Lighting a Scene | 24:42 | |
Lighting Daytime Exteriors | 23:10 | |
Working with Mixed Light | 29:06 | |
Lighting People | 23:36 | |
Three Point Lighting | 21:28 | |
Key Light Techniques | 25:20 | |
Advanced Lighting Techniques | 17:15 |
Grip and Rigging | ||
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C-Stands | 20:26 | |
Clamps | 19:19 | |
Dolly and Track | 12:54 | |
Grips Tools | 1:39 | |
Rigging | 9:45 | |
Stands | 2:50 | |
Roller Stands | 2:50 |

Directing Actors | ||
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Analyzing Character | 25:37 | |
Rehearsing with Actors | 25:37 | |
Rehearsing Exercises | 24:47 | |
The Art of Directing Actors | 30:07 | |
Acting in a Changing Industry | 19:48 | |
Acting Techniques | – | |
Acting Techniques for the Screen | 28:33 | |
How to Direct Actors on Set | 36:29 | |
Common Directing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them | 21:20 | |
How to Direct Background Extras | 29:54 |
The Directors Craft | ||
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Beginning a New Project | 30:29 | |
Developing the Visual Look of Your Movie | 38:22 | |
A Day as a Director | – | |
How to Shoot a Scene | 39:23 | |
How to Direct a Scene | 31:19 | |
Blocking Actors | 34:22 | |
Basic Coverage | 20:21 | |
Advanced Coverage | 26:18 | |
How to Direct a Chase Scene | 21:39 | |
How to Create Invisible Camera Moves | 25:42 | |
Storyboards and Pre-Visualization | 31:02 | |
How to Create a Shotlist | 17:48 | |
Continuity and Script Notes | 23:26 | |
Working with the Military | 20:23 | |
Reality Show Interview Techniques | 25:00 |

Production Design | ||
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The Art Department | 29:54 | |
How to Design a Set | 25:28 | |
Set Construction – Building Your Set | 35:15 | |
How to Dress Your Set | 33:16 | |
Creating the Look of the Environment | 32:10 | |
Props | 36:16 | |
Tour a Prop House | 6:08 |

Shooting on Location | ||
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Finding Locations | 19:13 | |
Film Commissions | 24:53 | |
Working with Location Owners | 34:47 | |
Shooting on a Studio Backlot | – | |
Film Permits | 22:58 | |
Location Tech Scouting | 26:03 | |
Community Relations | 25:00 |

Production Life | |||
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What to Bring to Set | 9:31 | ||
Filmmaker’s Toolkit | 10:40 | ||
Proper Set Etiquette and Behavior | 15:44 | ||
Working with Difficult Personalities | 22:56 | ||
Walkie Talkie Etiquette | 14:59 | ||
A Day on Set | – |

Audio Recording | ||
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The Physics of Sound | 25:33 | |
How Microphones Work | 21:56 | |
Microphone Pick-Up Patterns | 18:55 | |
Audio Pre-Production | 26:36 | |
Lavalier Microphones | 18:18 | |
The Microphone Boom | 17:29 | |
Boom Operating Techniques on Set | 20:36 | |
How to Record Audio on Location | 23:02 | |
Recording the Audio | 35:09 | |
Audio Configurations | 20:00 | |
Working with Cables and Adapters | 19:18 |

Documentary Filmmaking | ||
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Introduction to Documentary Filmmaking | 24:51 | |
Finding the Story | 28:18 | |
Documentary Pre-Production | 18:51 | |
Choosing the Right Gear | 32:08 | |
Finding the Interview Location | 18:53 | |
Interview Camera Set-Ups | 25:05 | |
Preparing for the Interview | 33:03 | |
How to Conduct an Interview | 32:05 | |
Ethics and Objectivity | 21:37 | |
How to Shoot Amazing B-Roll Footage | 21:52 | |
Field Shooting Techniques | 20:17 | |
Editing a Documentary | 28:41 |

Safety Training | ||
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The Attitude of Safety | 20:27 | |
Basic On Set Safety | 34:55 | |
On Location Safety | 18:51 | |
Studio Facilities Safety | 19:42 | |
Vehicle and Roadway Safety | 16:37 | |
Shooting Moving Vehicles | 20:12 | |
Lighting Equipment Safety | 24:23 | |
Grip and Rigging Safety | 25:34 | |
Electrical Safety I | 32:19 | |
Electrical Safety II | 28:20 | |
Lifts, Trucks, and Tools | 18:49 | |
Weapon Safety | 25:13 | |
Pyrotechnics and Special Effects | 23:51 | |
Environmental Safety | 27:27 |

Editing | |||||||||||
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Introduction to Editing | – | ||||||||||
Hiring an Editor | 10:46 | ||||||||||
Working with an Editor | 20:23 | ||||||||||
Concepts of Editing | 37:39 | ||||||||||
Data Management and Workflow | 26:39 | ||||||||||
The Assembly Cut | 21:33 | ||||||||||
Stock Footage | 20:58 | ||||||||||
How to Edit a Dialogue Scene | 34:27 | ||||||||||
Editing Action | 24:56 | ||||||||||
The Rough Cut | 19:04 | ||||||||||
Test Screenings | 21:34 | ||||||||||
The Fine Cut | 14:44 | ||||||||||
Online and Offline Editing | 8:28 | ||||||||||
Color Grading | 15:40 | ||||||||||
Understanding Compression | – |
Audio Post-Production | ||
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Intro to Audio Post Production | 24:49 | |
ADR | 30:31 | |
Directing Actors in ADR | 28:19 | |
Foley | 33:33 | |
Sound Effects | 24:49 | |
Mixing the Audio | 31:18 |
Music Composition | ||
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Emotion Through Music | 28:25 | |
The Who and How of Music | 31:29 | |
Working with a Composer | 47:33 | |
Music Licensing | 33:15 |

Film Marketing | ||
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Film Marketing | 15:41 | |
Reaching Your Audience | 26:05 | |
Designing the Key Art | 16:11 | |
Making a Movie Trailer | 27:23 | |
Building Your Website | 5:43 | |
Building a Press Kit | 13:35 | |
Working with the Media | 17:56 |
Distribution | ||
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Introduction to Distribution | 32:55 | |
Film Ratings and the MPAA | 14:09 | |
Domestic Distribution | 23:32 | |
Foreign Distribution | 37:19 | |
Mistakes Filmmakers Make at Film Festivals | 30:05 | |
Film Festivals | 26:46 | |
Online Distribution | 27:34 |


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