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⏩Engaging Hook: Start with a captivating line to grab attention, like "This is the best video on the internet you'll see today!"👈 ⏩Brief Summary: Provide a short summary of what the video is about without giving too much away.👈 ⏩Unique Selling Points: Highlight what makes the video stand out. Is it the production quality, the message, the creativity, or the emotional impact?👈 ⏩Viewer Benefit: Explain why viewers should watch it. Will it make them laugh, teach them something new, or inspire them?👈 ⏩Visual Appeal: Mention any stunning visuals, special effects, or cinematography that enhance the viewing experience.👈 ⏩Emotional Connection: If the video evokes strong emotions, describe the feelings viewers might experience.👈 ⏩Call to Action: Encourage viewers to watch the video and share it with friends. This boosts engagement and spread.👈 ⏩Personal Endorsement: Add a personal touch by sharing why you think this video is worth watching. Your enthusiasm can be contagious!👈 Fellow Waseem Akram 💯❤️ #MustWatch #VideoOfTheDay #TrendingNow #ViralVideo #BestOfTheInternet #MustSee #WatchNow #IncredibleVideo

Have you ever noticed how silent movies, despite their visuals, lack a certain... emotional spark? The rumbling score that builds suspense before a chase scene. The gentle chirping of birds that creates a sense of peace in a nature documentary. The creaking floorboards that add a layer of mystery to a horror film. Just like in film, every business decision plays a crucial role in your brand's overall success. The tone of your voice and the language you use can greatly impact how your customers perceive your brand. Challenge yourself to be more intentional not just with sound design in your next project… But in your social media posts… In how you reach out to brands… And send out content for review… Challenge yourself to be intentional with every aspect of your creative business and I promise you’ll see significant change fast. #filmmaking #sounddesign #filmtips #videography #storytelling #creativity #filmmakers #filmlife #audiovisual #filmstudent #indiefilm #audiopost #soundediting #sounddesigner #filmsound #postproduction #audioproduction #cinematography #editing #filmgear #filmmakingtips #filmscoring #filmindustry #sounddesignlife #sounddesigntips

When the Reel Feels Slow: Sparking Creativity in a Downturn The past year, the film industry has seemed a bit uncertain. Between WGA strike, the SAG strike, states making changes to film incentives and a possible IATSE strike this summer, let's be honest, filmmakers – sometimes the industry hits a lull. Budgets tighten, projects stall, and that creative spark can flicker. But here's the thing: these slow periods are breeding grounds for innovation! Here are a few ways I'm staying inspired during this slowdown: Micro-projects: Challenge yourself with smaller, self-contained projects. A short film, a passion project documentary – anything to flex those creative muscles. Script doctoring: Offer script consultation services! Helping others refine their work can be a great learning experience and keep your storytelling mind sharp. Genre-bending: Explore new genres you haven't tackled before. Who knows, you might discover a hidden talent for dark comedy or historical fiction! Upskilling: Take an online course on editing, animation, or cinematography. The knowledge you gain can elevate your future projects. What are your tips for staying creatively vibrant during industry slowdowns? Share in the comments! #filmmaking #SparkYourCreativity #filmindustry

Have you ever noticed how silent movies, despite their visuals, lack a certain... emotional spark? The rumbling score that builds suspense before a chase scene. The gentle chirping of birds that creates a sense of peace in a nature documentary. The creaking floorboards that add a layer of mystery to a horror film. Just like in film, every business decision plays a crucial role in your brand's overall success. The tone of your voice and the language you use can greatly impact how your customers perceive your brand. Challenge yourself to be more intentional not just with sound design in your next project… But in your social media posts… In how you reach out to brands… And send out content for review… Challenge yourself to be intentional with every aspect of your creative business and I promise you’ll see significant change fast. #filmmaking #sounddesign #filmtips #videography #storytelling #creativity #filmmakers #filmlife #audiovisual #filmstudent #indiefilm #audiopost #soundediting #sounddesigner #filmsound #postproduction #audioproduction #cinematography #editing #filmgear #filmmakingtips #filmscoring #filmindustry #sounddesignlife #sounddesigntips

Let me explain the difference between a movie Director and a Producer to you like a ten year old😂 Imagine you're watching a school play about pirates🤔 Director: The director is like the captain of the ship. They tell the actors what to do, how to move, and even how to speak their lines in a way that tells the story. They're in charge of making sure the play looks and feels exciting, funny, or scary, just like the story wants it to be. Producer: The producer is like the first mate. They help the captain (director) in many ways. They find costumes and props for the play, make sure the stage is set up, and even handle things like snacks and drinks for the actors during practice. They basically help to make sure everything runs smoothly so the captain and the crew (actors and other people working on the play) can focus on putting on a great show! ✅Thanks for engaging with today's "Frame by Frame" session with David Adesokan If there's anything specific about cinematography you're curious about, don't hesitate to let me know in the comment box and I'll provide detailed explanations Follow David Adesokan for more simplified insights I am Coming🎥🧑💻🎦 iEdit, iShoot, iWrite #videographer #videoeditor #films #writingskills #academicwriter #writing

All the young professionals who aspire to have a career in films but are confused about which department is best suited for them, here’s a little guide that will help you. I have drawn this classification from my decade-long experience in filmmaking, and most of my fellow collaborators have attested to this. The key lies in really knowing yourself, especially your vices. In my experience, I’ve seen all the professionals sort themselves out into various departments based on their personality and their perceived flaws. Here it goes… If you are a daydreamer but lazy, you will eventually become a writer. If you are a visionary but a control freak, you will become a director. If you are charming but attention-seeking, you will become an actor. If you are a tech nerd but highly introverted, you will find yourself inclining towards cinematography, sound, or editing. And if you can bring all these people together to make money off of them, you will become a producer. Materialism is your vice. Of course, there are exceptions who have excelled in multiple departments. But it takes a lot of learning and unlearning to be one. The rest of your journey will be defined by how dexterous your personality becomes. You need to ask yourself- How willing are you to transform into the person who deserves to achieve your dreams? Let me know in the comments if you find this accurate based on your experience in the industry. If you beg to differ, feel free to add your two cents.

Here are 3 things that have improved my B-roll: 1 - Variety: Having a large variety of shots to choose from grants more creative freedom when editing down the final cut. 2 - Details: Details matter when you're telling a story, being able to see those different details really helps to immerse the viewer into the world being created. 3 - Focal Lengths: Film from many different focal lengths! This way not every shot looks the same. A good rule of thumb 👍 that many cinematographers use, is to shoot WIDE, MEDIUM then CLOSE. This way you have everything you need to put a video together after a shoot. If you get home and all you have are close ups, things can become quite tricky for the editor 😅 #videoproduction #videoediting #videography

Growing up on a movie set was an incredible experience. I got to see firsthand how movies are made, from the script to the screen. All that nitty-gritty aspect of filmmaking, from acting and directing to cinematography and storytelling. But the most important thing I learned was work ethic. Working on a movie set is hard work. It's long hours, early mornings, and late nights. My luck was that I had amazing people around me. They were role models I could learn from, especially at a young age. All the lessons I got became the cornerstone of my life successes. Learning technical skills is easy. Improving your traits of a character is a true challenge. I was fortunate to have those profound lessons then. It makes a huge difference in business and personal life. #progress #business #personalgrowth #filmmaking

For anyone looking to break into the film industry, a standout portfolio is key. Start by working on short films, either by creating your own or joining projects that need volunteers. Use these opportunities to showcase your skill, whether it’s in directing, editing, cinematography, or another area. Post your work on platforms like Vimeo or YouTube, and ensure your LinkedIn profile links to these projects. When applying for jobs, tailor your portfolio to the role, highlighting relevant experience and best works. Your portfolio is the strongest testament to your capability and style, so invest the time to make it impressive and professional. #FilmCareer #PortfolioTips #CreativeIndustries

This week on LinkedIn I'm sharing 10 cinematography habits to save you DAYS in the edit! A couple each day. Here's day 5! Habit 9 - REPEAT THE QUESTION HABIT When you are interviewing someone for a documentary, it’s a good rule of thumb to ask them to repeat the question in their answer — especially if the interviewer isn’t mic’d up themselves. When I tell interviewee’s this, I usually give them an example. So If I ask you, “what’s your name?” Instead of saying, “Austin,” I would say, “My name is Austin.” That gives us context for the question you are answering because my voice won’t be in the final piece. This is so helpful in the edit when you are piecing together quotes, because now you will be working with full sentences instead of these tricky fragments. Habit 10 - THE ROOM TONE HABIT This is one of the most recent ones that I have added to my process and I know the editors I have been working with definitely appreciate it. And that is grabbing something called room tone. Room tone represents the sounds that you hear when a room is completely empty besides just the people standing in the room, silently. It represents the subtle, low-volume sounds that occur in a room. And no two room tones are the same. Recording that tone is super useful in the edit because it can be used as a sound bed to accompany any new sound that is added to a scene in post production, or any edit where you are stitching two quotes together from different parts of an interview. having that sound bed can provide continuity. So what this means for me is that when I am on set and conduct an interview. After the interview, I will ask everyone to be silent for 30 seconds. And I just keep rolling. 30 seconds of silence that can be used as a sound bed in the edit. Hope the tips this week were helpful! For more on the craft of documentary filmmaking, check out my YT channel where I have new videos coming out every week! #documentaryfilmmaking #documentary #filmmaking