Weber State University Film Program

09/30/2021

Mark your calendars! "The Do's and Don'ts of Location Management" is premiering on October 7th @ 4pm. Space is limited. Register at:

Ever wonder who discovered the filming locations from your favorite films or television series? Location Managers play a key role in pre-production discovering the best places to film that match a director’s vision and a production’s budget, but their job doesn’t end there. Join us for a discussion with experienced Location Managers in Utah as they reveal the do’s and don’ts of location management and how you can implement them on your next production.

"The Breakdown" is a webinar series hosted by the Utah Film Commission to establish a gathering place for Utah film industry locals to connect and network, learn, and ask questions. Ever wonder who discovered the filming locations from your favorite films or television series? Location Managers play...

09/27/2021

Do you speak cinema? We do! And we want to teach you to speak it, too. Bookmark this webpage and you will have a handy source to help you learn film language and speak it through your films.

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You should use pictures, sound and editing to tell your story. Learn about shot size, camera position, movement, lens, lighting; sound, music and effects; continuity and editing.

09/17/2021

First time filmmaker? Check. Have an amazing story that needs to be shared? Check. Looking for a film festival to submit to? Check. Look no further! The First-Time Filmmaker Sessions Film Festival is accepting submissions for short narratives, documentaries, music videos and web series until October 11th. Don't miss out on a great opportunity!
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09/16/2021

Check out this sound story narrative contest! Submissions open until Sept. 28.

Follow the Sound Stories Contest

08/27/2021

Sometimes top-notch cinematic video isn't available to work with in a project, but here are some tips on how to spice up boring content.

It is possible to take boring content and turn it into an interesting, dynamic video. Read this article to learn video production tips and contact Gearshift TV at 877.477.STUDIO to set up your appointment in our green screen studio.

08/14/2021

Practice these and you will be golden!

A look at five shot types in filmmaking that go into the foundation of cinema. They include shot sizes, angles, movement, framing, and focal length.

08/09/2021

Check this out! There are some great resources on this page, including the Utah film directory that you can use to search for people/resources needed for your production.

Everyone has the right to a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based on race, religion, national origin, color, s*x, age, disability, pregnancy, s*xual orientation, gender identity, or protected activity or class under state or federal law.

07/19/2021

Did you know a screenwriter's average annual salary is around $75,000? Plus, a screenwriter has the luxury of working from home. Sounds like an awesome gig! Check out this article with tips and resources on honing the craft of screenwriting.

If your dream is to become a Hollywood screenwriter, here are a few tips on writing movies and how to go about selling your screenplay.

07/02/2021

It's the Fourth of July weekend. You've finished all your celebrations and now it's time to relax with a movie. You decide a patriotic movie seems fitting. Which patriotic movie do you choose to watch? Why?
Happy Fourth of July!

06/22/2021

So, you want to be a creative producer? Join the Utah Film Comission for the webinar "The Breakdown: The Role of the Creative Producer" on Wednesday, June 23rd at 4pm.

Webinar panelists, Julie Auerbach and Matt Miller, will discuss what it takes to be a creative producer and what to think about when producing your next project.

Spots are limited! Register now:
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