Filmmaker Secrets
Filmmakers have the power to evoke emotion, inspire thought, and drive universal change in this world. Right now, a real seismic shift is happening in the film industry. This is your best chance to join a new filmmaking movement. You have been called to create an everlasting impact with your unmatched, deep desire to tell authentic stories, only to be met with insultingly low rates or worse… working for exposure. So how does a filmmaker thrive in an environment that is almost intentionally designed to bring you down? That is the question. And this podcast reveals the answer.
Episodes
This week I chat with award-winning cinematographer, Kris Kimlin, about his new-found discovery of what truly makes him happy. Learn from Kris's vast experience to put your own career into a macro perspective of your life. We go deep... we bring it back to shallow waters, we take it back down again.
This is the longest conversation that I've had on the podcast so far simply because I couldn't stop wanting t...
This week I chat with an up and coming filmmaker, Jesse Welch, who shares his experience producing the enticing short film, SPIRIT. We discuss how to kill perfectionism, deal with adversity, adapt to your circumstances, and exactly what it takes to persevere in the game of relationships within the film industry.
Watch 'SPIRIT' short film: https://youtube.com/watch?v=h7pIKP2n4r0
Check out Jesse's website:...
What is it that separates the filmmakers that actually get the opportunities, the ones that get picked, the ones that move on from the many that don't?
It's the fact that they've developed a skill set to produce very high quality film projects that don't cost much or take too long to finish, but tell really powerful stories.
We will break down those exact skill sets to you in this transformat...
What does it take to overcome the hardest of challenges when it comes to filmmaking? This week, I sat down with my good friend, cinematographer, filmmaker, storyteller, Tommy Ragan, to discuss the obstacles within film production and how to conquer them. Listen to learn how filmmakers, like you, can persevere and use the resources at their fingertips to set themselves up for success.
Tommy Ragan's Website: https://www...
3 Detrimental mistakes filmmakers (especially beginner filmmakers) make and how to avoid them.
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As filmmakers, but even as human beings, we make a lot of mistakes. Especially in the beginning. And that's okay! Let me tell you about the biggest mistakes I see filmmakers make in this video.
We can truly compress decades into days by learni...
It's time to gear up and get that fire burning under our butts again. It's time for some Monday Motivation, Filmmaker Secrets style!
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"One Film Per Month" Challenge: http://www.filmmakingchallenge.com
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This week I speak with the 1st Place Grand Prize winner of the recent 7-Day CineRacing™ Challenge about his experience with this new kind of filmmaking competition! We talk about various roadblocks and triumphs that every filmmaking will go through in their journey of becoming a true filmmaker.
To join the next CineRacing™ Challenge: http://www.cineracing.com
"One Film Per Month" Challenge: http://www.fi...
General Film Racing vs. the CineRacing™ Challenge. Which is the best for filmmaker looking to level up their game, improve their filmmaking, and win some cash prizes at the same time? That is the questions that I want to answer for you in this video.
When it comes to FAST filmmaking, there is no question that a film race is the BEST way to learn all the nuances of shooting HIGH QUALITY films for very little, when it comes ...
This week I chat with filmmaker and entrepreneur, Kevin Barber, about the ins and outs of thriving as a filmmaking in the current economic climate. He shares his filmmaker secrets of knowing who your dream clients really are, how to position yourself as the expert in your specific niche, and much more!
Kevin's Website: https://kevinbarber.xyz
7-Day CineRacing™ Challenge: http://www.cineracing.com
"On...
We need more empathy and kindness in this world and this podcast episode is my way of promoting this inspirational idea of creation. How to tap into that creation mode as a true filmmaker and grasp onto your filmmaking dreams.
"One Film Per Month" Challenge: http://www.filmmakingchallenge.com
FREE Filmmaker Masterclass: http://www.chargeyourworth.com
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On this week's episode of the Filmmaker Secrets podcast I'm excited to introduce you to Sarah Young, an award winning filmmaker. We chat all things film, theatre and even opera.
Check out Sarah's website: https://www.sarahyoung.net
"One Film Per Month" Challenge: http://www.filmmakingchallenge.com
FREE Filmmaker Masterclass: http://www.chargeyourworth.com
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Coverage vs. Intention. Are you the type of filmmaker that is shooting for the edit, or are you just editing everything that you've shot? That is the ULTIMATE question.
"One Film Per Month" Challenge: http://www.filmmakingchallenge.com
FREE Filmmaker Masterclass: http://www.chargeyourworth.com
Storytelling Secrets: https://www.filmmakersecrets.com/story
FREE Shot List Template: https://www.filmma...
Value-based pricing is likely the most important aspect of charging what you are truly worth and becoming a successful filmmaker. Learn the secrets of knowing how to price your work properly and avoid undercharging and endlessly chasing money.
"One Film Per Month" Challenge: https://www.filmmakingchallenge.com
FREE Filmmaker Masterclass: https://www.chargeyourworth.com
Storytelling Secrets: https://www.fi...
The age old question of how to connect with your audience is answered in this episode of the Filmmaker Secrets Podcast. Listen to learn the 5 ingredients you need to infuse into your projects in order to make the viewer FEEL and CHANGE.
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I had the pleasure of speaking with a very genuine and talented filmmaker, Riccardo Suriano, who approaches filmmaking from the perspective of short films first. Listen to his unique take on the filmmaking world and how he got his start.
Check out Riccardo's website: https://www.riccardosuriano.com
WeShort website: https://weshort.com
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This week I break down what L.I.G.H.T. stands for and how to approach lighting any film set, be it interior or exterior. Lots of golden nuggets that even the pro can learn from.
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This week I talk with the crew and cast members of the new short film "Dear Simone". The director Kevin Deming, executive producer/writer/lead actor Jenny Piersol, and cinematographer/producer Andy Whitlatch.
Check out the IndieGoGo campaign here: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/dear-simone-short-film#
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These are my best filmmaker productivity hacks for when I'm feeling unmotivated, overwhelmed, and stressed out. Top 5 hacks to get the thing done!
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This week I chat with a talented documentary filmmaker, Frank Fazzio, about focusing on the right things in filmmaking and his various collaborative documentary projects. Listen to hear his unique approach to crowd sourced interviews.
Watch Frank's documentary Unfiltered Through Their Eyes.
From Frank:
This film lets us see and hear global filmmakers and children worldwide and what is possible durin...
I'm calling my shot! What is the "One Film Per Month" challenge?...
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I'm going to write, shoot, and edit a short film every month for the next year and you're getting exclusive access to all the behind the scenes! Follow my journey of attracting high-end clients & producing winning films.
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