Entries by writer@infocusfilmschool.com

Valécia Pépin: InFocus Film School $10,000 Scholarship Winner

Filmmaking is about telling stories. What makes a meaningful film is the story you tell and how you capture it. Filmmaker and radio-host, Valécia Pépin has the courage to share real stories on screen and the talent to produce them. InFocus Film School is proud to announce that Pépin has been selected as the winner […]

How to Start Learning Filmmaking for Beginners

Wondering how to start learning filmmaking? Keep reading for our 8 tips on how to get started in filmmaking for beginners. By: Kennedy Randall There is no single place to start learning filmmaking. Learning the craft is a long journey where you will discover what role you want on set and what stories you want […]

Graphis New Talent Annual 2022 Awards Five InFocus Graphic Design Alumni

Five of our talent students have been featured in the Graphis New Talent Annual 2022! Check out their imaginative and creative designs below.  For new graduates or people new to the graphic design industry can attest it is daunting getting your start. Five of our alumni from our Graphic and Digital Design program, however, have […]

How to Become a Professional Screenwriter

Wondering how to become a professional screenwriter? Keep reading for nine tips on how to get your start in the screenwriting industry.  By: Rachel Kim So we hear you dream of becoming a professional screenwriter. You’re vibrating with ideas and you ardently long to see your stories come to moving, breathing, audio-visual life. You want […]

3D ANIMATION TRAINING FOR BEGINNERS

Considering 3D Animation training? Look no further – we have six steps to help you make your way in the 3D animation industry! By: Sophia Lin The 3D animation industry is booming with the rise of visual effects, the popularity of video games, and advancements like interactive and virtual reality 3D. These developments are all […]

6 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR FILM FESTIVAL SUBMISSION STAND OUT

Applying or planning to apply to film festivals? Read on to find out 6 key ways to make your film festival submission stand out. By: Sophia Lin Every year, thousands apply to film festivals. From film students to aspiring filmmakers to industry veterans it’s a rapidly growing number. The festival circuit remains the premier way […]

A Career as a Director: 8 Directing Tips from Filmmaker James Genn

Want to a career as a director but do not know how to get there? Here are eight directing tips from award-winning filmmaker James Genn. By: Sophia Lin One of the most highly coveted jobs in the film industry is none other than the top job on set: directing. The remarkable level of creativity, the […]

Parks and Recreation Writer Norm Hiscock Talks About Becoming A Comedy Screenwriter

Wondering if screenwriting is for you? Get to know Canadian screenwriter Norm Hiscock writer for Parks and Recreation, Saturday Night Live, and Brooklyn Nine-Nine! By: Kennedy Randall Screenwriting is a hugely challenging and exciting profession. The writers play an essential role in any project that you see on screen. They are the brains behind the […]

How To Use A Walkie On Set – A Complete Guide

Wondering how to use a walkie? Keep reading for our complete guide on using your walkie on set like a pro! By: Julia Courtenay Almost everyone on set will be using a walkie and they are pretty simple to use. Compared to a Smart Phone, they are child’s play – you press the button to […]

How To Get Hired at a Visual Effects Studio: Five Tips

Wondering how to get hired at a visual effects studio? Keep reading for five tips on how to break into the special effects industry. By: Kennedy Randall Visual effects are everywhere in the entertainment industry. From movies, television, video games, ads and even social media, visual effects artists are in high demand to create engaging […]