7/24/2015

Short Film Director Tips To Filmmaking With Low Budget

By Kathrine Franks


When you are interested in making films, then you might want to become involved in filmmaking. You can be the video jockey or the short film director. If you want to become the latter, then you must prepare yourself to make films as an indie. If this happens, then here are tips you can use to be able to make films on a small budget.

First, be sure to pick what story you want to use very meticulously. The story will determine if the movie is a good one or not, after all. The right story can help you keep the viewers glued to their seat while watching what you have filmed in the silver screen. With a good story, no one will say anything about your low budget.

There should also be emphasis on the location. This is actually what makes the whole movie expensive. Moving your team and equipment from one location to another can be really expensive. That is why it is highly recommended that you find a location that is good enough for movies but will not eat up into your budget.

Picking the best camera for this is highly recommended. The camera chosen for the filmmaking must not only fit the budget you have but also the script you have chosen. You can choose from a wide variety of cameras in the market nowadays. You should make sure to have a good choice if you are choosing the camera to purchase.

A very essential component to your movie is the sound. What creates the best films are the sounds that are added as effects as well as the captured sounds of actors and actresses working their magic in front of the camera. Even the musical score has a high value when it comes to filming so better capture it right.

Get yourself organized. Even the smallest bolt for your set must be in the place where you expect it to be if you do not want to waste time. It is unforgivable for the movie crew to be disorganized since that can prevent the smooth progress of the shooting. Your organizational ability might be tested when filming movies but be on it.

Never hire friends to act in your films unless they are trained actors. Even if you have lots of friends who are willing to act for you, if they are not used to acting, they will just hinder the progress of your filming. You will have to spend hours making the right shoots. That just wastes your time and resources.

Better build a loyal following. The first time might be a bit difficult but you have to steadily accumulate your loyal fan base. If you do that, then the producers can get an idea about you. Producers who take notice of your craft can help you with the budget in your next production. Your loyal fan base is what makes that possible.

Never rely on luck alone. Remember that luck is just a part of what you need to success. You also need to put in hard work and wait for karma to come around. Just maintain your passion and integrity in your work and you could then achieve the success you are dreaming of.




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