One Filmmaking App to Rule Them All

The days of endlessly searching for reliable educational filmmaking videos are over with the Filmmakers Academy app!

Let’s face it, the internet is oversaturated with content — and most of it is from independent sources outside the film industry. This isn’t really optimal for filmmakers who hope to make a career in a fast-paced environment.

Fortunately, the Filmmakers Academy app is the best resource for filmmakers providing hundreds of hours of content instructed by industry leaders.

In addition to regularly released content are monthly group coaching sessions led by our mentors and entrance into an exclusive community of like-minded filmmakers.

Here’s how to get the most out of the Filmmakers Academy app…

Can you do film school online?

While there is no ideal alternative to brick-and-mortar film schools, we recommend getting on set experience.

So, if you want to avoid the hefty loans that come with film school, you could instead work as a production assistant, for example, and supplement your growth with Filmmakers Academy as you pursue your desired field.

With Filmmakers Academy, you can learn the basics such as professional terminology and etiquette, or take your education to the next level with advanced camera and lighting methodologies.

Whether you want to start your own business as a filmmaking entrepreneur or get the skills you need to get in the union, you’ll find the support you need with Filmmakers Academy.

Browse the Filmmakers Academy catalog

With hundreds of hours of courses, lessons, training videos, masterclasses, and premium podcasts across filmmaking disciplines, the Filmmakers Academy app provides the practical knowledge you need to grow.

This is the kind of education needed to establish and maintain a career in the film industry as opposed to, say, only theory and inspiration. The content on the FA app digs into the minutia of the craft from establishing workflows to working with gear and equipment. For a filmmaking app, it’s a very hands-on experience.

The interface is akin to VOD streaming services like Netflix and Hulu with featured content appearing at the top, followed by sideways scrollable playlists.

Playlist examples include:

Welcome to Filmmakers Academy
Recent Uploads
New Courses
Popular Lessons
Masterclasses
Where to start?
Cinematography
Cameras & Lenses
Directing
Grip & Electric
Post-Production

While hundreds of hours of content may seem like a lot to sift through, the Filmmakers Academy app is easy to navigate.

There’s a search function at the top of the screen allowing you to search specific content or filter by category, type, discipline, and mentor.

Every piece of content offers subtitles for those who require visual aids or are not fluent in English.

Each lesson comes with a downloadable textbook version to supplement your learning experience. That way, if you need a little extra context that isn’t in the video or you understand better by reading, simply download the lesson.

PRO TIP: Download the textbook lesson beforehand and follow along as you watch the corresponding instructional video.

Filmmakers Academy Community

The Filmmakers Academy community feature inside the app is like Facebook but without the vitriol and is designed specifically for filmmakers.

It’s a hub for Filmmakers Academy members to discover announcements like industry news, upcoming events, content releases, member-exclusive discounts, coaching opportunities, and more.

For example, there’s an ongoing promotion where Basic subscribers can access the All Access exclusive Spotlight Group Coaching Sessions for just $19.99! Other discounts consist of gear and services provided by our sponsors like ShotDeck, Tiffen, and DJI.

In addition to all of the above, filmmakers can post anything they like as long as it’s about filmmaking. Be it questions, comments, images, or videos, there are near-endless possibilities at your fingertips!

Members benefit from posting questions to our mentors in the community and specific lessons. It may take a few days, as our mentors actively work in the industry, but they will get back to you with an answer. Unless you have established a personal connection with a professional filmmaker, you won’t find this kind of feature elsewhere.

Coaching opportunities for filmmakers

The Filmmakers Academy app goes even further beyond other online film education with our coaching opportunities.

All Access members not only have access to monthly group coaching sessions with a rotating list of mentors, but they can interact with them and ask questions just like in a classroom setting.

Members receive an email ahead of time where they are encouraged to submit any questions they may have for that month’s mentor. Then, they receive special access to the Zoom link.

If they don’t opt for the Zoom call, FA members can watch live via the platform on the FA app or stay tuned for the rerun of the event.

For anyone who doesn’t want to wait for a mentor in the rotation or needs an hour all to themselves, Filmmakers Academy offers 1-on-1 private coaching calls that are available as an additional feature that is not included with membership.

Learn more about 1:1 coaching calls.

Other cool features of the FA app

The Filmmakers Academy app also includes features to personalize your experience.

For one, you can create your own personalized profile like any other social media platform.

There’s also the option of blocking users if you so choose. That way, you can curate the type of experience you want on the app.

PERSONALIZED CONTENT

You can keep track of your favorite content by adding them to your favorites or inserting them into personalized playlists. And if you aren’t going to be around Wi-Fi, you can download content to take on the go.

DARK MODE

Whether you want something that’s easier on the eyes or even to conserve battery, the Filmmakers Academy app has a Dark mode option that you can toggle on or off.

NOTIFICATION SETTINGS

This next part is pretty important — notification settings. You can decide what kind of notifications you receive, whether they be general notifications, posts by Admins, comments and replies, likes, or even activity on the posts you follow.

When you first receive your membership, every notification is toggled off. So, it’s up to you to navigate to your account, scroll to your Notification Settings, and choose which ones you want.

PRO TIP: Make sure to select the notifications to receive General Notifications and Posts by Admins or otherwise risk missing crucial updates about live events and coaching opportunities.

How to download the Filmmakers Academy app?

Download the Filmmakers Academy app wherever you get your apps!

Please rate your experience on the app and leave a review wherever you download the app. You can also read our reviews and rate us on Trustpilot.

Are you still on the fence? Check out our full catalog and try out some of our free training videos under the Welcome to Filmmakers Academy playlist!

Best filmmaking apps for iPhone

With all the filmmaking apps out there, how could you possibly know which are the best? Don’t worry, we’ve done the hard work for you! Below are the best filmmaking apps for iPhone.

Filmmakers Academy

Price: $4.99 per month / $49 per month / $449 per year

With hundreds of hours of content that is released weekly, coaching opportunities, and entrance into an exclusive community of filmmakers, Filmmakers Academy is the best educational app for filmmaking.

ShotDeck

Price: $12.95 per year

ShotDeck is the industry’s best research tool with an online library of high-definition movie images that are searchable by color, mood, location, genre, and frame size, among other search functions.

Shot Lister

Price: Free

While Shot Lister costs $13.99 per year on Android, it’s free with iOS. Swap the crumpled paper for a sleek interface to build, organize, and schedule your shot lists digitally.

Helios Pro

Price: $17.99 per year

Helios Pro is another fantastic light-tracking app that allows you to pinpoint exactly where the sun is and is going to be. You can also track the moon and stars with the app, too!

Frame.io

Price: Free

Frame.io is one of the best apps for filmmakers to collaborate with their teams and clients during the editing process.

Cine Meter II

Price: $24.99 per year

Turn your smartphone into a light meter with Cine Meter II so you can measure light and color.

Best filmmaking apps for Android

Want to know the best filmmaking apps on Android? Check out our list of top filmmaking apps below!

Shot Lister

Price: $13.99 per year

Shot Lister is the ideal app for creating shot lists along with scheduling and shooting activities.

Easy Release Pro

Price: $9.99 plus in-app purchases

Get the releases you need across 17 different languages with Easy Release Pro! It’s the perfect app for independent and documentary filmmakers.

Clean Slate — Clapperboard and Log

Price: $1.99

Out of all the clapperboard apps out there, we have found that Clean Slate is one of the best!

One Filmmaking App to Rule Them All – Filmmakers Academy

Can you do film school online?

Browse the Filmmakers Academy catalog

Filmmakers Academy Community

Coaching opportunities for filmmakers

Learn more about 1:1 coaching calls.