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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…
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March 28, 2022
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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…
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March 24, 2022
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How to use a walkie on set a complete guide
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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…
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March 22, 2022
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How to get hired at a visual effects studio
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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,…
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March 15, 2022
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How to Pitch for a Film School Scholarship

Do you have a story waiting to be told? This is your chance. We are offering a film school scholarship for the best pitch! Whether you have a great film idea, concept art for 3D animation and visual effects characters, or a personal story…
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March 9, 2022
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How To Get Hired at a 3D Animation Studio: 5 Tips

Wondering how to get hired at a 3D animation studio? Here are 5 tips on how to get work in the 3D animation industry. By: Kennedy Randall Animation is at the forefront of the entertainment industry. Now, more than ever before, studios…
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March 7, 2022
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Six famous screenwriters who went to film school
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6 FAMOUS SCREENWRITERS WHO WENT TO FILM SCHOOL

Wondering if film school is right for you? Hear from 6 screenwriters who went to film school to learn what’s in it for you! By: Sophia Lin Filmmakers tend to debate the decision to go to film school, speaking of hands-on skills,…
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March 3, 2022
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Graduation Screening for Film Production 56

With another semester of talented filmmakers heading out of InFocus's doors into the film industry, we are delighted to announce our graduation screenings for Film Production 56! From comedy to drama, thrillers and murder mysteries, there…
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February 23, 2022
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How to become a filmmaker after film school
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How to Become a Filmmaker After Film School: An Interview with Film Director David Michan

Wondering how to become a filmmaker after film school? Here are five tips from film director and InFocus instructor David Michán on developing in the film industry. By: Kennedy Randall The journey to becoming a filmmaker is not always…
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February 17, 2022
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Five paths to success after graduating film school
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Five Paths to Success After Film School

Wondering what to do next after film school? Here are 5 different paths our students have taken to success in the film industry. By: Kennedy Randall You’ve studied the in’s and out’s of filmmaking and honed your creative skills.…
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January 31, 2022
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Hollywood North: Vancouver Film Industry

What is Hollywood North and what does it have to do with the Vancouver film industry? The answer is, EVERYTHING! Read more to see what makes Vancouver a hub for Canadian film production. If you're a film fanatic or as aspiring filmmaker,…
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7 JOB ROLES AND DEPARTMENTS IN ART DIRECTION

Interested in set design? Keep reading to find out what job roles and departments are integral to art direction on set.  By: Sophia Lin Ever considered how the background in a movie comes together? Where do the props come from? Or…
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10 Ways to get started in graphic design
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10 Ways to Get Started in Graphic Design

Looking to get started in graphic design? Check out 10 tips on how to get the ball rolling. By: Carmen DeCampo Graphic design is a very popular field, and it’s expanding year upon year. The combination of creativity, communication skills,…
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October 18, 2021
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5 BENEFITS OF FILM PRODUCTION TRAINING

Looking to break into the film industry? Here are five benefits of film production training. By: Sophia Lin As they say, the hardest part about getting started... is getting started. While it this may be true, it doesn’t necessarily…
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October 4, 2021
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How to conduct a documentary interview
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HOW TO CONDUCT A DOCUMENTARY INTERVIEW

Wondering how to conduct an extraordinary documentary interview? Here are 6 documentary interview tips from award-winning documentary filmmaker Julia Ivanova. By: Sophia Lin Making a successful, compelling documentary is no easy task.…
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October 4, 2021
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How To Make Money in Film After School

You’ve finished film school… now you're wondering what’s next? Here are six ways to make money in film after school. By Kennedy Randall Though the next chapter of your life may be nerve-racking, it is also an incredibly exciting…
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August 24, 2021
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HOW TO PICK THE BEST SCREENWRITING SCHOOL

Want to be a screenwriter? Check out these five things to consider when picking which screenwriting school is best for you. By Kennedy Randall Say you have a passion for writing or a natural way with words. Maybe you are a film buff…
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August 13, 2021
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HOW TO BE A FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Do you want to become a freelance graphic designer? Here is how to jump start a successful freelance career. By Kennedy Randall    Becoming your own boss in the graphic design game can be nerve racking. Yet, freelancing gives…
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August 3, 2021
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