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They hold one of the most important jobs in the industry but people rarely understand what they do. It's true they are 'star-makers', but they're much more than that. Let's dig into what makes a Casting Director.

The most powerful role in TV production, Showrunners combine both creative and technical skillsets into one crucial role. Let's learn what they do.

When you write a script you're always told to come up with a great logline but what are they? How are they constructed? Let's find out.

There seem to be fifteen different kinds of Producer but what do they all do!? Let's dig into the role that holds any film or TV show together.

They are the men and women behind so many of your favourite movies, but what does the job entail and how could you grab your own? Let's discuss the incredible craft of animation.

Brought to the mainstream by Disney's The Mandalorian, Virtual Production is all the rage in Hollywood. But what is it and what opportunities may it present for working in the industry? Let's find out.

A career in film and television most likely starts with a stint as a runner but what is it? What skills do you need? We'll break it all down for you so you know how to get those crucial first jobs under your belt.

Film editors are incredibly important to the filmmaking process but their job is often confusing to newcomers. Let's look at the role of Editor in more depth.

It's easy to get confused with the difference between a Director and Cinematographer. They work as a close team yet have very different responsibilities and skills necessary. To learn the difference, it's best to compare them side by side.

Who designs a film set? Who is in charge of the look? That my friend, is the Production Designer. Combining both creative and managerial job responsibilities, it's meant for a special kind of person. In this article we outline the role and skills necessary to follow it as a career path.

The Costume Designer is one of the key creatives on any production but how does their job work? What kind of skills do you need? And what do they get paid?

The man. The myth. The meme. For the first time we heard the real story of what happened with the famous suit from the very person who designed it. Hint: it wasn't her choice! ‍

Unlike many departments, set design requires a certain skill. You guessed it: drawing! But where do you acquire these skills? In this article, we run through the best options around for training yourself for a career in set design and the art department.

Costume design is one of the most creative and impactful parts of the filmmaking process. But how do you get started? Unlike some department costume designer's are usually trained on a course. Here we look through some of the best options depending on your budget and location.

Beginning your journey into editing can a daunting process. What on earth is a J cut you ask! The best course of action is to build from the ground up. Let's start with these basic techniques.

Screenplays conform to a very specific kind of formatting. Without the right software you're going to be spending an awfully long time spacing out your work. In this article, we analyse the best software for beginner screenwriters on the market, covering both free and paid options.

You can't edit your film without the right software! In this article we delve into the best software available on the market for beginner editors, encompassing everything from free to high level professional software.

The never ending debate: should you go to film school or not? For the ones that are considering it, we've researched the different options on the table. Whether you have the money to spend thousands of dollars a year on tuition or just a small online course, we've got you covered.

It can be hard to marry an exciting premise with a deeper underlying meaning but Squid Game did it so perfectly. In this article, we dig into the reasons that it was accomplished so seamlessly.

You've seen the films. You've seen the memes. But whatever you think about A24, one must admit they have a formula for success. In this post, we take a look at how you can unlock their code.

Adding 4th wall breaks can elevate or crush your script if done wrong. What is a 4th wall break and how can you add it for maximum effect in your screenplay?

You need to explain certain elements of your script but how do you do it without being THAT writer!?

You've got to the final act of your script, time to sit your hero down and explain the villain's evil plan right?

The ever present debate. Will a screenwriting degree help me succeed in Hollywood? Let's analyze both sides of the argument.

Writing a great hero/villain relationship can be one of the hardest things to accomplish in your script. There are methods to follow though and by looking at some famous examples we can work them out.

You've heard the phrase a million time but what really is an inciting incident? You can't start your script without one so let's delve into some examples.