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We previously published articles about the best film schools in Canada and the USA. As a companion piece to those articles, let’s do a “resource round-up” of some of the best filmmaking online courses.
Website: https://www.masterclass.com/classes/martin-scorsese-teaches-filmmaking
Filmmaking legend Martin Scorsese shares insights from his decades-long career, covering topics such as storytelling, character development, and the art of directing.
The course includes lessons on script analysis and the nuances of visual storytelling, with Scorsese providing personal anecdotes and practical advice.
Website: https://www.udemy.com/course/incrediblevideocreator
Udemy’s course is designed for beginners and covers everything from basic filmmaking techniques to advanced cinematography. It includes lessons on camera operation, lighting, sound, and editing.
It’s a practical guide with a focus on creating high-quality videos with limited resources.
Website: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/paths/become-a-film-and-video-producer
LinkedIn’s course provides a foundational understanding of film production, covering topics like pre-production planning, camera techniques, lighting, and sound.
It’s geared towards those new to filmmaking and provides practical advice for managing a film project from start to finish.
Website: https://nofilmschool.com/film-school-curriculum
No Film School’s course offers a broad overview of filmmaking, including scriptwriting, cinematography, and editing.
It’s designed to help students understand the entire filmmaking process and includes insights from industry professionals and practical exercises to build skills.
Website: https://www.creativelive.com/class/art-filmmaking-and-editing-jeff-medford-and-ross-hockrow
This film workshop is your opportunity to learn how to become a visual storyteller with Jeff Medford and Ross Hockrow.
Whether you're a photographer or an aspiring filmmaker, you will come out of this class with all of the skills to produce web commercials, wedding, birth, family and event films.
Website: https://www.mzed.com/courses/philip-bloom-cinematic-masterclass
Join filmmaker, educator and pioneer Philip Bloom as he embarks on his most adventurous project to date. From the wind-swept coast of Ireland to the unforgiving heat of the Mojave Desert, travel with Philip as he guides you through the art and science of filmmaking and shares his most important advice for capturing the style of cinematic images that have made him one of the world's most beloved independent filmmakers.
Website: https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/explore-filmmaking
Learn from award-winning filmmakers how films go from script to screen with this film production course from the BFI Film Academy.
This course covers the essentials of filmmaking, including scriptwriting, production planning, and directing. It also offers insights into the collaborative nature of filmmaking and how to work effectively with a team.
Website: https://www.skillshare.com/en/classes/learn-filmmaking-from-beginner-to-pro/1749605952
Learn the fundamental basics of professional filmmaking as taught by in film schools. This complete guide teaches you all the technical and artists rules of videography to get started as a filmmaker.
By the end of the class, you'll have a complete fundamental understanding of the rules of filmmaking. This means that you can start making videos like a professional would.
Website: https://www.filmmakeru.com/store
Online courses and talks with leading professionals in the film and TV business.
Various courses featuring experienced filmmakers are available on Filmmaker U, including Cinematography with Kirsten Johnson, ASC and Sit in the Edit Suite with Editor Brian Kates, ACE.
Website: https://www.filmmakersacademy.com/
Filmmakers Academy has hundreds of hours of training videos + educational content, coaching sessions, and a global community of filmmakers.
Master your career with 900+ hours of training videos, masterclasses, courses, lessons, lectures, and podcasts across the most popular filmmaking disciplines.
If you’re reading about online courses for filmmakers, chances are that you’re a filmmaker yourself. You’ll likely want to insure your film/video gear and short-term productions:
Front Row’s Short Shoot insurance policy (Canada) is a good option for insuring your short-term film projects. Coverage for up to 15 consecutive days of filming. The coverage is available online, 24/7. Covers rented gear, rented locations, rented props, sets, wardrobes, and more. You can get a quote in two minutes and purchase a policy 100% online. If you are in the US, please complete this form.
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