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A 12-Step Pre-Production Workflow for Cinematic Interview Films

What is your basic pre-production workflow for an interview-based client project? How does that differ from what you would do for a different format of…
Andrew Bartlett
Andrew BartlettSeptember 15, 2020
Pre-Production

Using the 3-Act Story Structure in Promo Films

As filmmakers, we love story. And there’s nothing quite like the story in a feature film. The lows of Act 2, the highs of Act…
Bethany Meckle
Bethany MeckleJuly 9, 2019
Pre-ProductionStorytelling

Pixar’s Rules for Great Storytelling

"Former Pixar storyboard artist Emma Coats tweeted the company’s 22 tips for storytelling excellence. This list is making the rounds, so it’s time we share…
Bethany Meckle
Bethany MeckleMay 29, 2019
Pre-Production

Reaching Your Target Audience With Your Film

How do you know that the film you are making will be successful? How do you figure out if your audience will identify and be…
Bethany Meckle
Bethany MeckleMay 24, 2019
Pre-Production

How Do You Get a Vision For a Promo?

You know the moment – a client calls, and asks if you can make a promo video for their company. You get the job, but…
Bethany Meckle
Bethany MeckleMay 8, 2018
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Pre-Production

2015 Academy BTS: Production Meeting

Last Tuesday (May 26th) we headed to our 2015 academy location to do some scouting and talk over the shot list. Our Art Director Carol…
Bethany Meckle
Bethany MeckleMay 26, 2015
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