900+ hours of courses, masterclasses, lessons & podcasts spanning all core filmmaking areas.
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Shane Hurlbut, ASC
Shaped by 35 years behind the lens, Shane Hurlbut, ASC's signature system completely reimagines how filmmakers approach a screenplay.
NINE READS. NINE FOCUSED OBJECTIVES. COMPLETE CREATIVE CONTROL.
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David Cole – Master Colorist
Worked with Justin Bieber, Kendrick, Cardi B, Halsey, and Lana Del Rey.
David Cole – Master Colorist
Worked with Justin Bieber, Kendrick, Cardi B, Halsey, and Lana Del Rey.
David Cole – Master Colorist
Worked with Justin Bieber, Kendrick, Cardi B, Halsey, and Lana Del Rey.
David Cole – Master Colorist
Worked with Justin Bieber, Kendrick, Cardi B, Halsey, and Lana Del Rey.
David Cole – Master Colorist
Worked with Justin Bieber, Kendrick, Cardi B, Halsey, and Lana Del Rey.
David Cole – Master Colorist
Worked with Justin Bieber, Kendrick, Cardi B, Halsey, and Lana Del Rey.
David Cole – Master Colorist
Worked with Justin Bieber, Kendrick, Cardi B, Halsey, and Lana Del Rey.
Our Career Paths are curated roadmaps of lessons and quizzes—from cinematography to directing—to build lasting skills, earn Certificates of Completion, and gain the confidence for any set.
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The Producer/Director/Shooter/Editor career path transforms you into a multi-skilled filmmaker. Curated by Shane Hurlbut, ASC, it teaches on-set etiquette, commercial prep, lighting, lensing, and collaboration. With case studies from leading brands, this roadmap equips you to succeed across commercial, web, corporate, and narrative filmmaking with versatile creative expertise.
Lessons
113
Content Hours
16 hours







Collection
The Directing Career Path, curated by Shane Hurlbut, ASC, provides a roadmap to thrive as a commercial and narrative director. Learn on-set etiquette, prep, and theory with case studies from major brands and films. Explore blocking, camera movement, music video direction, and creative collaboration to master storytelling across formats.
Lessons
139
Podcasts
21
Content Hours
24.5 hours










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The CG Supervisor and Lighters Career Path explores blending VFX with practical shooting, mastering green screens, and shaping light with modifiers, diffusion, and bounce. Led by Shane Hurlbut, ASC, it covers diverse lighting environments, beauty techniques, lens storytelling, and color theory. Case studies reveal depth, contrast, and cinematic visual storytelling.
Lessons
102
Podcasts
3
Content Hours
19 hours







Collection
The Beginner Grip & Electric Career Path, guided by Shane Hurlbut, ASC, teaches essential skills to start as a Set Electrician or Grip. Learn power distribution, generators, color balance, lighting protocols, and on-set etiquette. With terminology, schematics, and comparisons, this path builds confidence and prepares you for union success.
Lessons
142
Podcasts
15
Content Hours
23.5 hours










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The Beginner Colorist Career Path, led by David Cole and Derek Johnson, teaches color grading essentials from theory to real-world workflows. Explore correction, mood creation, and visual storytelling across films, commercials, and music videos. Gain technical skills, creative confidence, and a certificate to launch your career as a professional colorist.
Lessons
36
Content Hours
5.5 hours







Collection
The Beginner Cinematography Career Path, guided by Shane Hurlbut, ASC, bridges theory and real-world practice. Learn leadership, communication, and problem-solving under pressure, then master storytelling through lenses, composition, and purposeful camera movement. Gain total lighting control across any environment, building confidence, technical expertise, and the mindset to thrive as a DP.
Lessons
195
Podcasts
35
Content Hours
35.5 hours










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The Camera Career Path, designed by Shane Hurlbut, ASC, prepares you to become a union-ready Camera Assistant. Learn practical on-set skills universities don’t teach—team communication, camera management, and efficiency in fast-paced environments. Build resilience, passion, and confidence to stand out, secure consistent work, and thrive in the film industry.
Lessons
70
Podcasts
16
Content Hours
7 hours









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The Advanced Cinematography Career Path, led by Shane Hurlbut, ASC, teaches mastery beyond technique. Learn to market yourself, lead large sets, and navigate industry politics. Develop a signature visual voice, advanced color and composition skills, and dissect complex productions. Gain confidence, artistry, and authority to define and elevate your craft.
Lessons
150
Podcasts
35
Content Hours
29+ hours




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