HOW-TO GUIDE
Download guides below for help getting started with film-making!
You may download the complete guide, or individual chapters below. Be sure to grab the templates and samples too!
DEVELOPMENT
Development typically involves coming up with a concept and developing your story idea, writing a script, developing a budget, securing financing, and assembling a team.
PRE-PRODUCTION
In the pre-production phase all schedules are created in consultation with the director and producer.
POST-PRODUCTION
Post-production includes reviewing footage, editing video and audio, adding titles and credits, and so on.
RECORDED WORKSHOPS
Our January 14, 2021 Shoot a Short Workshop focused on many elements of film creation with a focus on using a phone or tablet. As many schools have access to phones or tablets, this workshop is a great resource for teachers and kids looking to get into filmmaking.
A free webinar on how to leverage short-form filmmaking in science communication.
Virtual workshop for students on how to shoot a short film.
WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
FILM EXAMPLES
RAINWATER HARVESTING
Director: Pushpam Singh
Year: 2007
Length: 1.5 minutes
Country: India
Distributor: Center for Science and Environment
This video is about how water harvesting is important to do when whole India is facing water scarcity.
CARPA DIEM
Director: Sergio Canella
Year: 2007
Length: 2 minutes
Country: Italy
Contact: info@sergiocannella.it
“Carpa Diem” wishes to shake consciences with a surrealistic approach by dealing with the phenomenon of wasting resources, in particular the most precious one: water. A small daily gesture which, multiplied by billions of people, could contribute to the saving of this precious resource, not only for human beings but for the planet itself.
WE ARE ALL CONNECTED
Director: Mato Atom
Year: 2011
Length: 1 minute
Country: Mexico
Contact: FilmTecknarna
A brilliant idea finds a comfortable home in a beautifully crafted spot, brought to you by Mato Atom. This work doesn’t require any comments, as its subtle simplicity speaks for itself.
NEER
Directors: Karthik Nagarajan
Year: 2012
Length: 1:45 minutes
Country: India
Contact: Motion Pictures 2012
SAVE WATER, SAVE LIFE
National award nominee under social awareness short film.
A Motion Pictures 2012 Production
