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Learn practical on-the-job knowledge from industry-leading filmmakers in their natural environments.

40+ on-demand courses
800+ hours of training videos
Podcasts and playlists
New content added weekly

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Buy Individual Courses

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“No filmmaker today needs to go through the struggles I did. We bridge the gap between education and on-the-job training as mentors like me share decades of experience so you can supercharge your career for success.”

-Shane Hurlbut ASC

“We bridge the gap between education and on-the-job training as mentors like me share decades of experience so you can supercharge your career for success.”

-Shane Hurlbut ASC

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“Filmmaking education not found anywhere else. Put simply: I haven’t seen this type of content available online before.”

” The platform will allow artisans and filmmakers to unlock a whole new realm of educational possibilities for creatives.”

“I’m not sure about the rest of you, but this is the type of educational hub that I’ve been waiting for since the day I first picked up a camera.”

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” Fantastic, what an absolute wealth of knowledge – learned a lot!”

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Cinematography Essentials Lesson 3 with Justin Jones

Cinematographer Justin Jones shows how to light with a projector

Finding the Frame podcast featuring Camille Friend

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Camera Assistant Tip: Remote Follow Focus Systems with 1st AC Derek Edwards

Finding the Frame presented by Filmmakers Academy and guest Mandy Walker, ASC, ACS

Cinematography: Virtual Location Scouting with the Insta360 with Shane Hurlbut, ASC

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Commercial Directing Tip with Jordan Brady

Finding The Frame podcast interview with Deborah L. Scott

Editing keyboard shortcuts with Joaquin Elizondo

RED V-RAPTOR LUT Livestream presented by Filmmakers Academy

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Pipe Lighting Review by Cinematographer Shane Hurlbut, ASC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Filmmakers Academy?

Filmmakers Academy is a versatile, premium online filmmaking platform that unlocks a whole new realm of educational possibilities for creatives. We teach you what you don’t learn in film school and blend that with on-set Hollywood training into one unique educational experience for both professionals and aspiring visual creatives.

What’s included in a Filmmakers Academy membership?

Filmmakers Academy offers two membership tiers: Annual All Access and Monthly All Access.
All Access includes unlimited access to all of our regularly updated courses and lessons as well as entry to our Private Facebook Group for Global Referrals + Collaboration, access to downloadable resources, and our Career Paths feature that includes Cinematography, Directing, Lighting, G&E, Camera Assisting, Post-Production, Producing, and more!
Both memberships include nearly the same features and content and only differ with access to live masterclasses. Live masterclass events are included as part of annual All Access while monthly All Access receives a special discount for each.
Annual and monthly All Access memberships also differ by mode of payment. An annual All Access membership is the best value paid one time per year. The monthly All Access membership consists of a recurring monthly payment.

What filmmaking topics does Filmmakers Academy provide?

Filmmakers Academy offers an impressive range of topics that include Cinematography, Directing, Lighting, Grip and Electric, Color Correction, Post Production, and more!

Can I watch videos on my phone or tablet without using an app?

Yes. Our website adapts to phone and tablet browsers so you can watch our content anywhere!

Who can I contact if I have a question?

Please contact Customer Service by sending an email to customercare@hurlbutvisuals.com or by phone at 747-999-5321.

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