Filmmakers Academy Monthly Highlights: March & April 2023
You wouldn’t believe all the amazing things happening at Filmmakers Academy! That’s why Brendan Sweeney is announcing all of the latest courses, lessons, podcasts, interviews, and more each month. Stay tuned as Brendan highlights everything you need to unleash your filmmaking skillset and advance in your career.
March 2023 Recap:
1. Finding the Frame Podcast (feat. Oscar Nominee Camille Friend)
Oscar nominee Camille Friend stops by Filmmakers Academy to talk about her illustrious career, work on Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and her recent nomination for Best Achievement in Makeup and Hairstyling.
Watch the full interview on the Filmmakers Academy platform!
2. Member Networking Online Event
Make valuable industry connections without leaving the comfort of your home. Through networking calls, meet face-to-face (virtually) with other members, build connections, and see who is in your region.
In breakout rooms, you can introduce yourself, share work experiences, and seek crucial advice.
3. Music Video Cinematography Masterclass with Justin Jones
In this insider study into shooting music videos for major artists, cinematographer Justin Jones reveals his most effective and streamlined camera and lighting techniques and methodologies.
Beginning with theory, Justin shows his process of designing the look and feel of each technique and then demonstrates how he pulled it all off. He divulges the nuances of moving hard light, handling shutter speed effects, and lighting with a projector.
Over the course of this masterclass, Justin breaks down three masterful setups from three of his most iconic music videos.
Discover dreamy and abstract camera and lighting techniques!
4. Group Coaching with Justin Jones
Originally streamed live to all FA members on March 19, 2023, Justin sits down (virtually) with members to look at their work and answer their questions.
Every month a mentor is featured in our Group Coaching Session where they answer four pre-selected questions and interact with 30 members who register ahead of time. All other members tune in on the FA platform and take part via the chatbox.
Watch a replay of the coaching session with cinematographer Justin Jones!
5. Commercial Directing: On Set Shadowing Course with Jordan Brady
Commercial Directing: On Set Shadowing places you virtually on set with director Jordan Brady for three unique commercial spots.
Starting out, Jordan guides you through the virtual shadowing process and explains what to do before the agency phone call. Then, he directs you through set etiquette and how to manage the crew, performers, and the ad agency. From there, Jordan plunges you into each of the three spots and concludes with a massive brain dump.
Virtually shadow a commercial director on three unique commercial spots!
6. Justin Jones Breakdown Series – Earth, Wind & Fire Premium Lesson
In this series, Justin breaks down the music videos that he shot throughout his professional career as a cinematographer. Showcasing behind-the-scenes photos and videos, Justin talks through things like camera and lens choices, lighting setups, locations, and more.
In this lesson, you’re going to learn how to:
- Look at unique setups considering light and camera movement
- Make your subject appear surrounded by fire
- Make your subject appear as if they are on a moving stretcher in a hospital
- Make your subject appear like they’re free falling
- Create fake rain with a rain machine
Access this episode and more in the Cinematography Essentials playlist!
7. Hollywood Editing Mentor Podcast (feat. Joaquin Elizondo) Now Available
The Hollywood Editing Mentor Podcast is now available on Filmmakers Academy to All Access members! Hollywood Assembling and cutting final shots to the required length in order to achieve the desired results.
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Joaquin started his career as an editor in broadcast media in 2002, but it took networking and meeting industry veterans who would become his mentors to finally get that big break. What the Hollywood Editing Mentor Podcast does is provide a discourse for editors to learn about successful editors and their career journeys and workflows.
Check out the list of episodes on the Filmmakers Academy platform!
Coming in April 2023:
1. Finding the Frame with producer Jason Baum
Finding the Frame is Filmmakers Academy’s flagship podcast series hosted by Brendan Sweeney. The series features industry professional cinematographers, directors, costume designers, producers, and more!
Jason Baum won his first Grammy in 2018 for his work on Kendrick Lamar’s HUMBLE, and his credits include Spike Jonze’s 5x Emmy-nominated documentary feature film Beastie Boys Story; and the videos for Otherside and Don’t Jealous Me from Beyoncé’s Grammy-nominated visual album Black Is King. Jason also produced upcoming releases such as The Seven Faces of Jane starring Gillian Jacobs; the sci-fi thriller It’s What’s Inside starring Brittany O’Grady and Alycia Debam-Carey; and Disney+’s Remembering starring Brie Larson.
Check out the Finding the Frame podcast series!
2. The Inner Circle Podcast with Shane and Lydia Hurlbut is Back!
After a little hiatus, the Inner Circle Podcast is back, hosted by Lydia and Shane Hurlbut, ASC! Together, Shane and Lydia discuss everything from leading a successful career in the film industry to health management and guidance for ambitious filmmakers. The new and improved Inner Circle Podcast also features special guests and is available to watch on the Filmmakers Academy Platform!
Check out the podcasts available exclusively by Filmmakers Academy!
3. Health and Wellness Lessons with FA CEO/Wellness Guru Lydia Hurlbut
The fast-paced lifestyle many filmmakers lead comes at a cost. Healthy filmmakers not only maintain energy throughout 12 to 14 hours on set but they’re more clear of mind and sound of body. Lydia Hurlbut’s latest course gives filmmakers the tools they need to maintain their health for a long and successful career in the film industry.
Learn more about Filmmakers Academy CEO Lydia Hurlbut!
