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Learn the Art of Horror Storyboarding with Veteran Artist Anthony Sturmas How do you build suspense before a scene is even filmed? It starts with the storyboard. Join us on Friday, October 30, for a live, 75-minute masterclass with experienced storyboard artist Anthony Sturmas. Learn how...

NEW StudentFilmmakers Academy Course: Horror Cinematography with Christopher Baffa, ASC How do cinematographers create fear and suspense, even in broad daylight? In this new Academy course, Christopher Baffa, ASC, explores how light, shadow, and composition help create the visual style of...

Happy Monday, filmmakers! 🎬I’m starting the week working on a project for autumn, and I’m excited to see where it takes me. More details soon! How are your projects going? Are you working on a short film, writing a script, shooting something, editing, or planning your next project?

Autumn is here. 🍂 For us, filmmakers, it’s a season of changing light, warm tones, long shadows, foggy mornings, and plenty of opportunities to experiment. What are you shooting this fall? Are you working on a short film, testing a new lens or lighting setup, exploring autumn colour palettes...

Hello everyone! I recently had the chance to do a kickboxing photoshoot as part of the early development of an upcoming project I’m working on. For me, this shoot was more than creating a set of action photos. It was a way to start exploring the visual language of the project before moving into...

Today marks 18 years since I joined the Student Filmmakers community, and I feel incredibly grateful to have been part of this journey for so many years. Over the years, I have met so many talented and inspiring people, learned from professionals across the film industry, and gained experiences...

Good morning, filmmakers! I hope you're having a great summer. Here's a little story behind this portrait. My husband and I were getting our photo and video studio in Arad (Romania) ready for a photoshoot. While he was setting up the lights and dialing in the camera settings, he asked me to...

I ran into Marshall Electronics recently while looking into compact camera setups, and I realised I’d completely overlooked them before. Not the same Marshall most people think of (amps, speakers, etc.), which is probably why they fly under the radar a bit. I even made this mistake myself, since...

🎬 New On-Demand Course Just Released! Our webinar “Managing the Set” with Film/TV Director & Emmy-Nominated Cinematographer Patrick Cady, ASC is now available as an on-demand course on Student Filmmakers! If you missed the live session, this is your chance to dive into Patrick’s powerful...

Hello filmmakers, I have a question for everyone who has gone through the pre production process. When planning a film or video project, there are so many steps to keep track of: script breakdowns, storyboards, casting, scheduling, budgeting, and more. Yet almost every filmmaker realizes later...

Hello everyone, Many filmmakers are eager to start shooting as soon as possible, but the truth is that successful films begin in pre production. Careful planning before the camera rolls can save time, reduce stress, and improve the final quality of your project. Here are ten essential pre...

Do you workshop it, get feedback from peers, or hire a coverage service? I’d love to know what steps you take to make sure your script stands out before hitting submit.

There are tons of competitions out there, but only a few seem to open real doors. Which ones have you found worthwhile or heard great things about from other writers?

Festival submissions can get expensive fast. What’s your strategy for picking the right ones? Do you focus on local events, IMDb qualifiers, or genre-specific festivals?

There are so many festivals out there, big and small. Which ones have been the most rewarding for you? I’d love to hear about any that gave great feedback, networking opportunities, or exposure.

Some webinars can be total game-changers. What’s one session or class you attended that gave you a breakthrough moment or new technique you still use today?

Are you looking for more training on lighting, cinematography, storytelling, or editing? It’d be great to hear what topics or instructors you’d like to see featured in future sessions.

I’ve noticed that good pre-production saves so much time in post. Do you storyboard, make shot lists, or use reference videos? How detailed do you get before filming?

We all love finding creative solutions on set. What’s one budget-friendly technique or tool you’ve used that made your film look like it had a much bigger budget?

There’s a lot of advice out there about growth, but what’s actually worked for you? Posting consistently, improving thumbnails, using YouTube Shorts, or engaging in comments?