So, what do we have...
The algorithm "10 first steps for a filmmaker from beginner to PRO" is just 4 key elements:
1. Achieve a perfect " Cinematic picture " in your shots
2. Learn to think editorially
3. find a strong creative environment
4. Create a system of creative and commercial development
And here's how you should go about it:
1. Like-minded people.
These can be either beginners or advanced filmmakers. They should be passionate about filmmaking and light a fire in you!
The cameraman and the fire inside him. 2.
2. An ideal cinematic picture.
There are enough basic things here: composition, lay-out, dynamics, exposure. It's not important what you're shooting with, it's HOW you're shooting. I hope you've already understood that from the works of our students shot with simple smartphones. And of course, the most important thing in making a cinematic picture is PRACTICE and constant feedback.
The cameraman looks into the camera and his saliva is dripping.
3. editorial thinking.
This is what differentiates us from photographers. We create a film, not static pictures. You have to learn the 10 principles of editorial thinking, which were invented in the early days of cinema in Russia, and which are studied in all film schools all over the world.
The cameraman looks at the scribbled paper: "Is this my storyboard at all?"
4. creative and commercial development.
This is something you have to think about at the very beginning of your creative path. If you get your positioning right, the new client becomes a fan and works with you all the time from now on. Here it's simple: firstly, it's beneficial for him/herself; secondly, you and your creativity have already "fallen in love" with him/her.
The client says to the operator "I love you!"
And the cherry on the cake...
My algorithm "10 First Steps for a Filmmaker from Beginner to PRO" allows you to gain quickly the extensive professional filmmaking skills you need for a strong start in the industry. And it's not some creative editing from a no-name blogger. These are the basics that make customers' jaws drop! Without years of study, nerdy theory and huge investment in technique.
I call this column "What if..."
What if I'm a complete zero at video shooting?
Actually, that would only be a plus for you.
Why is that?
Because your head isn't littered with mistakes.
All you have to do is:
1. Pick up your phone.
2. Start filming and editing
3. Get competent comments and correct mistakes
What if I already know the base, have filmed on both my phone and camera? Am I learning something new?
If you now shoot commercials like this level, you have clients all over the world, then you do not learn anything new.
Hotel collage video
What if I don't know what I want to shoot?
Trust me, no one does. Especially at the beginning of the journey.
How do you know what you like if you haven't even tried it yet?
But you can always start. Appetite comes with food. We all do.
Especially since your preferences can and should change all the time. One day you like fashion, the next day you like to shoot cool cars. It's natural and fine, don't be afraid!