How Cinematographers Prepare For A Shoot

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The pre production process starts by being more conceptual, based on ideas, which progressively evolves to become more about the practical execution of those ideas leading up to the shoot.

In this video I will break down my approach to preparing for shooting a project by going over the different stages of cinematography pre production: ideas, mood board, shot list and technical prep.

0:00 Introduction
1:45 Ideas
3:41 Mood Board
4:53 Shot List
6:00 Technical Prep
8:23 Conclusion

Music:
Liquid Memoirs - 'Shimmer'
Norvik - 'Windrifts'
EJRM - 'Regenerate'
DJ Taz Rashid - 'Twilight'
Pete James Johnson - 'Still No Bells'

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Since everyone prepares differently let me know any tips or methods you may have for getting ready for a project.

InDepthCine

Can’t be stressed enough that most filmmaking is systematically and efficiently checking off a list.

budusbusham

I'm not a filmmaker myself, but I hope that Milanote understands how good of an ad this is for them.

Farren

*watching this 20 minutes before leaving for set*

TenzinNamgyel

I personally love storyboarding. It allows me to show other what I envision for each scene :>

clarencelinthein

Milanote is so great. It really is the ultimate prep tool

kiribundi

I have a video coming out tomorrow about creating a directors treatment and taking ideas from your head to paper! I'm still refining my workflow and Milanote sounds intriguing.

MattAitia

This is so incredebly motivating to watch as I'm currently putting ideas together for a new film project! :)

BluescreenFilme

I signed up for Milanote a few days ago. It's awesome to see content explaining the practical application. Thanks!

HelloUser

I've only recently started making my path in filming and i'd like say you've already had a huge impact on me. Thank you very much!

vigrbek

Gosh I love your videos. I look forward to seeing them on Sundays, and they always put me in a tranquil mood while teaching me a great deal.

ThongNguyen-fljp

THIS IS VERY helpful! TYSM! I need to learn as much as possible! I am making my first film!!! i signed up for Milanote and started with a mood board! TYSM!

ImWORTHITINC

Thank you for all the videos you create! There is so much packed into your content, we really all find it so so valuable. Thank you!

studiochapters

Theres a number if things that I do to prep for a short film. I first start with ideas of a story and play it out in my head. This allows me to figure out how long the short film will be. Typically I like to have a short film around 3-4 minutes long. After playing the story out in my head, I'll then decide on a location. Once the location is decided, I'll play the story out in my head once more in that location. Then I'm off to write a script. I spend a couple of weeks here in this phase because I'm constantly revising it and writing it better. I write the screenplay around the location that I'll be filming in because I've already scouted it. Afterwards, I scroll through pages and pages of pictures from movies according to the tone that I'm going for. This is followed by breaking down my script and creating my shot list. Then I'll screen test it with different looks and adjust the lighting, camera settings, movement, pace, and composition. After this, I'll finally make a gear list of which I need on the day that I film. I will also ask the actors to request a day off for production. On the day of the shoot, I run every shot through a short rehearsal to reinforce direction. Then I'll finally be able to film until I feel like we've wrapped.

The end process happens when the audience has feedback and critiques for me. That's the only way I feel like I'll get better besides constantly practicing.

I have to wear a lot of hats during all phases of production since I do this by myself along with maybe three other people if they aren't working. On top of that, I'm trying to build my channel here and provide that content to whomever wants to watch it. This allows me to build my reel and hopefully land me a career as a cinematographer. Then one thing that I haven't dabbled in is marketing or kickstarters. It's quite hard to reach an audience if they don't know you're there (which is what I feel a lot of the times). Hopefully with some time and hard work I can have a bigger audience to watch my stuff.

I really appreciate this video and found it to be very informative and well articulated! I gained some perspective and some knowledge! Thanks for this video, I'll be waiting for the next!

Shotinmm