How much does it cost to do a single thing? The number of countries that support the use of torture is on a decline. As of 2010, according to Human Rights Watch, there were just four countries — Syria, Cuba, North Korea, and Iran — that support torture. In recent years, the U.S., along with […]
A film editor’s salary is dependent on her career and experience. Some of that experience and experience may be gained through her previous work experience in the field of film editing, and may be related to her training, experience, or skill set. The minimum wage in the United States for a single person may be […]
For many years you have to earn a living to be considered a freelancer; therefore, getting a job is a huge step. You must apply through many channels, and this means spending a lot of money and time! As more and more jobs are available, more and more people are realizing that there really is […]
There are no hard and fast rules. It is a learning process. You need to be patient, open-minded and have the right mindset. One-hour training sessions might give you access to all of your editing skills. Two-hour training sessions might teach you how to work with camera and lighting. Even the three-hour training session is […]
I have written an amazing post about how the best ways to learn are the most effective ways! Check it out here. If you want more information about how I got ready for my documentary, here is it! http://www.vimeo.com/89835692 http://www.vimeo.com/13592705 I recently filmed another feature with a very talented friend, Dan Smith. He asked me […]
Maybe. They’re highly specialized and have special skills. But it’s the way in which you use your skills that makes money. There’s no excuse for using a video editor to cut a video, unless the video editor has a specific skill that you’re specifically seeking out. It’s no excuse to make your content look nice […]
I’m always looking for new film clients. You never know what the film landscape is going to look like. So, if you’re a filmmaker and can help people like myself make something happen, by all means reach out to me. That’s not to say that I won’t be available to meet with new people, I […]
Short films can certainly be a lot of fun. Here are a few examples. A brief look reveals one movie I believe is worth checking out, and another that is less interesting because it makes use of multiple short sections. 1. The Best of the Cut The Best of the Cut has a simple message: […]
The film editor is responsible in editing film – that’s his job. And while you’re getting the production team to a point of budget for the film, as well as a proper script and set construction work for the film, the film editor’s salary can be substantial. However, what you do depends on the film […]
A very simple way to get a good idea of the average salary per hour is by analyzing some of the most common documentary titles. You don’t have to look all the way back to 1980 to find a number which makes sense for your story, just look through the history of documentaries and look […]