Filmmakers Academy – Business Fundamentals

7 Lessons | 1+ hours of instructional videos | 1 Podcast

• Business Fundamentals is designed to help you find your path in the industry. You will not only understand the core concepts of the art of cinematography but how to conduct yourself on set as a leader.
• Shane Hurlbut, ASC addresses career essentials like how to stand out in your market with a demo reel, motivating your filmmaking team, knowing what to charge for your services, and more. Included are podcasts that cover popular questions such as transitioning into a career as a DP, building long-lasting relationships, working with vendors, and the pros and cons of unions. 
• Plus, discover the necessary communication skills and leadership abilities that are paramount to moving up the ladder. Shane shares many of his own personal trials consisting of triumphs and even a few failures to illustrate how important it is to be flexible and resilient.
• Also available are sample grip and lighting packages to help students get familiar with gear and how to work within a given budget. It’s this kind of insider wisdom that will propel you ahead of the competition!

Module 1 — Career Essentials

• How To Be a Leader in the Industry
• Resiliency in the Industry
• How To Stand Out in Your Market with a Demo Reel
• How To Communicate Your Ideas as a Filmmaker
• Motivating Your Filmmaking Team
• Knowing What To Charge for Your Services
• Lighting and Grip Packages
• HA Podcast: Ep 23 Starting Out in the Business 
• HA Podcast: Ep 21 Business Networking and Crew Attitudes