Blue Ox Films on Expanding Project Scope and Building Rapport for a Docu-Series

Every brief that comes across a filmmaker or agency’s desk provides a choice. In that moment, you can choose to…

Balancing Preparation and Spontaneity with Director Jane Qian

Brands are always looking for the holy grail of advertising: Authenticity. But, it’s one of those tricky pursuits where the…

Barry Jenkins: Using Music To Create Emotion and Empathy for Characters

In less than a decade, director Barry Jenkins became a household name in the world of filmmaking, establishing himself as…

Case Study: Honing a Custom Musicbed Song for the New Ford Bronco Brand

It’s been 24 years since the last Bronco came off the line at Ford, so the iconic brand knew it…

A New Lens for Netflix’s Mank with Oscar-Winning Cinematographer Erik Messerschmidt, ASC

It’s long been debated whether Shakespeare actually authored all of his acclaimed writings or if, instead, Christopher Marlowe was responsible…

The Definitive Guide to YouTube Success

Whether it’s your first foray into content creation or you’re already on your way to having a sizable audience, there's…

6 Filmmakers Share Their Advice for Project-Winning Treatments

Before the lights, cameras, actors, and awards, there’s only you and your idea. This idea exists in the dark, constantly…

Iz Harris on How to Film the Perfect Travel Vlog

YouTube Masters is an educational series, led by creators, for creators. Each episode features different YouTube Masters equipping you with…

5 Things Every Filmmaker Should Know Before Making Their First Feature

Launching your first feature is no small feat. Some will say the hardest part is finding an idea worth pursuing,…

Manhattan Mellow Drama from On the Rocks Cinematographer Philippe Le Sourd

With a directorial career now entering its third decade, Coppola has often drawn on her impressive pool of past talented…