Typical Costs The programs at the prestigious film schools, such as the American Film Institute (AFI) and the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts), come at the annual price of $35,000, and duration from one to three years for a bachelors degree. How much does it cost to study film […]
The director is one of the few positions that requires intimate involvement during every stage of film production. Thus, the position of film director is widely considered to be a highly stressful and demanding one. It has been said that “20-hour days are not unusual”. Is film directing stressful? Directing […]
Directors may write the film’s script or commission it to be written; or they may be hired after an early draft of the script is complete. Directors must then develop a vision for the finished film, and define a practical route for achieving it. Who writes the script in a […]
Directors can change the script No one except the writer and director truly knows the changes to the script. The writer might have specific dialogue, but during filming, an actor might add lip at the request of the director. Adjustments like these happen all the time on set. Is the […]
Worldwide Rank Name Films 1 Steven Spielberg 37 2 Russo brothers 7 3 Peter Jackson 15 4 Michael Bay 16 Who is the best film director in the world? BEST DIRECTORS IN THE WORLD CHRISTOPHER NOLAN. Born in London, Christopher Nolan is known for his exceptional sci-fi and fantasy films. […]
7 Challenges Facing Independent Filmmakers The digital revolution has flooded the marketplace. Online distribution is becoming commonplace. Hollywood is bankrupt of ideas. Cinema distribution is still healthy but it is different somehow. You can’t fund them like you used to. Producers struggle to get development funding. What are the disadvantages […]
Pros and Cons PROS CONS Income is potentially unlimited No steady paycheck, health insurance, or retirement plan Time to work on your own film projects You are responsible and accountable for the success or failure of a project What are the pros of being a film director? What Are the […]
Personal qualities: Good judgment. Communication skills. Active contributor. Confidence. Integrity and honesty. Intellectual curiosity. Discipline. Genuine interest. What strengths do you need to be a director? Here are nine of the most important skills for directors: Visionary leadership. Strategic thinking. Management skills. Written and verbal communication skills. Decision-making skills. Adaptability. […]
3 Characteristics of a good director Financial matters – not just for the CFO or FD of the company, all directors require some level of financial acumen. Industry knowledge. Sector knowledge. Operational experience. Strategic thinking. What is the criteria for a good director? The best directors have the skills, knowledge, […]
You’re never too old for school, especially graduate school. In fact, on average, graduate students are 33 years old. 1 in 5 is older than 40. As long as you want to go and are confident in the degree you’ll earn will advance your career, grad school is a good […]
A majority (72 percent) of recruiters believe applicants with a master’s degree would likely be overqualified for an average entry-level position. If you are looking to hire a candidate who has earned a master’s degree, certain majors and occupations may have a larger pool of qualified candidates. Is a masters […]
Postgraduate study can be exceptionally demanding. Fortunately, keeping just a few useful tips in mind can help reduce and manage stress. Postgraduate students are at an even higher risk to stress and anxiety, compared to their undergraduate peers (who on their own have high levels of stress!). Is a Masters […]
Unaccompanied Housing These Airman are unaccompanied meaning that they have no dependents. While living in UH, Airman are not eligible to receive BAH. Can a single soldier receive BAH? Single Soldiers with No Dependents Soldiers in the barracks receive a non-locality based Partial BAH. For a PFC, this equates to […]
Air Force policy allows E-4s and above who are single with 3+ years of service to reside off-base at government expense. Navy policy allows E-5 and above and E-4s with more than four years of service who are still single to reside off base and receive a housing allowance. Do […]
Although an MFA program is extremely beneficial in the fact that it helps you learn the principles of filmmaking and helps you to network, you are not immersing yourself on a film set whilst in your MFA program. What can you do with a MFA in film? Master of Fine […]