Making it a job
Like most Filmmakers, I began from the bottom doing freebies and pet projects.
Some people spend more time than others stuck in this space where it’s more of a hobby than an income. I honestly believe that moving on from that zone is down to two factors; 1 - how much you want to learn and 2 - how quickly you can learn it.
Perhaps the easiest way to learn is to practice, by collaborating with other Filmmakers that are at different stages in their careers. I started by going to college and tried to collaborate with my classmates as much as possible on projects and assignments while maintaining a full-time job in the service industry.
Film School gave me the foundation but this career heavily relies on actual hands-on knowledge… depending on what you want to become, a Producer, Director, Sound Engineer, DOP or a one-man-band, there are many things that you will have to learn. Ultimately one of the best steps towards making filmmaking a career you can live from is to network with your peers. Find fellow filmmakers that are ambitious and full of ideas. Find people that can teach you something new. And in 2020 the best tool at your disposal is the internet… there is so much information out there, paid and free. YouTube is great if you have the time to and the drive to learn.
I'm still trying to figure out what this blog will become, but one thing is for sure it will be an extension of my YouTube channel.
On YouTube I already have a few tutorials, camera reviews and a bunch of Vlogs, so if you have the time drop by and check it out. if you see anything you like make sure to leave a comment and a like.
Check the trailer for my YouTube channel
I want to help as many people and I possibly can, teach some of you the things I know and learn from the rest the things I don't. And hey, perhaps even make a few new friends on the way.
First office setup
I began working out of a laptop, and my office was my bedroom, I worked on some cool projects back then, like music videos and short films. For months and months, I saved up all disposable cash was able to buy my first desktop PC. Although it was a big investment, it saved me a lot of time. By speeding up my work I was then able to take on more work at the same time.
First big project
Just after I finished college, I was offered to shoot a feature film.
I have to say this was a mad ride, and I got to enjoy every second of it. (especially the shooting from a helicopter part). A feature film is a big project to take on, and I was hired to be the Director of Photography for The Gift
