How To Make Your First Short Film

On this episode of The Piedmont Motion Picture Show, I'm giving you my top 10 tips for making your first short film.

Putting together your first short film can be a daunting task. A lot of people worry about their first film not being good enough or worry about not having the right gear to get the job done.

In this video, I'll go over everything you need to know to put those worries aside to start learning and having fun in the world of filmmaking.
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[RyanCampFilms]

Do you have any tips for someone that might be making their first short film?

[reynaldomercado]

"You have to start somewhere..." Thanks !

[eddiek]

Perfect timing with this video. I’m still recording for my first short film fest (moment film invitational) so I’m definitely going to consider all of this when I finish up tonight and tomorrow.

[empathicproductions]

Great tips video mate. The main worry for video / film makers seems to be audience reaction. "Will anyone like it?" Sure, that's a concern and should be ironed out at the script phase and feedback, but the point is, if it's your first attempt, state that. People are generally kind and supportive. And if they aren't, don't pay them much mind. If only a few people dig your film, that's a win. Build on what works. Refine and hone your skills. Don't let fear hold you back.

My first ever interview for TV in England was for ITV. And it was Dame Vera Lynn, who was famous for WW2 songs etc. Very much a British icon. But, I hadn't really done my prep. So the interview was stopped halfway by the organiser. I thought I'd lost it. I was removed from the room and given a proper dressing down. But, she was cool, I went back in and she was more than happy to start again once I said it was my first ever TV interview. That evening, at the end of the five o'clock news, my segment was shown. To millions. Don't give up, and keep going.

Re. film making, it's of course very collaborative. Form a good, hard working, non ego centred team. Work together, communicate properly and get it done. And never, ever compare yourself to the greats. Your dead in the water if you do. We can't all be Scorcese, Truffaut, Tarkovsky. Make it your own. Tell your story, have your moment. Anyway, that's my two pennies' worth. Best of luck!

[quinzheeproductions]

Watching this the day before I make my first short film ! Excited.

[MovieMaker]

Excellent and helpful video Ryan. I used to make a lot of (amateur, short) films, but due to a number of circumstances (not going to bore you with what!)I lost my confidence and haven't picked up my cam in over 2 years. But if you're a film making geek, you never really loose that need to create, and having taken early retirement last March, with covid and all this time on my hands, I really want to try and get back into this. I have some ideas and watching this video has really motivated me to get going again. Many thanks!!

[whothetechknows]

Thanks so much for the video. It helps. Looking to create my first short film as a producer in years.

[SiHorrocks]

You could cast your 12 year old brother as a grizzled detective if it was a body switch movie

[jilysylla]

I’m planning on making my first short film this summer this video helped alot

[ViralVisualsOnly]

Currently working on my first film rn and I must say that I agree with you 100% on all your tips

[Brandom]

Pretty much what i needed to hear, thanks!

[yemann]

Mr Ryan camp? I want your advice. What should i do if my actors drops out a few days before filming my indie film? How to solve this on set problem

[iosctne]

Great video. Helped me a lot as I prepare to film my first short. Thanks for the information.

[dj.mongotv]

I'm your number 1 fan thanks for the tips 🙏🙏

[portalgangadventures]

Thanks for the video. I'm doing a short Batman film. We plan on doing some crazy science fiction, but it seems like Batman is a good start. Established character, grounded in reality, etc

[jojoowens]

Thanks so much for the tips along with all of ur helpful videos.

[chuckystewie]

I had absolutely no 1 to help me make my 1st horror short so i pretty much gave up for a while. Then i was watching a youtube show called SML with my son.. They use plush dolls as actors and have millions of subscribers so i bought a chucky doll off of eBay and grabbed my sons Stewie Griffin doll and used them as my actors. It let me learn how to edit and taught me a lot about lighting and camera angles. Now i feel more comfortable about shooting a real horror film I've been wanting to do. Over the 5 videos i made using dolls and me dressed in Halloween costumes.. im now able to be the camera man, set my own lighting, do my own editing, and make all the music i put in my video's. Now im going to find people on social media who are willing to work with me on making a real horror film thanks to Ryan Camp for giving me that idea. For anyone reading this my point is don't let anything hold you back from doing what you want to do no matter how silly the 1st few ideas may be.. Look at me lol. i used dolls for horror short films. But now i have the knowledge to show the world what i can really do. I hope this comment encourages at least 1 person to start a channel and scare some viewers.

[randal]

Thanks Ryan, great video and some of that was timely advice for me!

[ezekieldressen]

I think I am ready to make a short film. @Ryan Camp can I make a short film with a 4k action camera?

[addisonscontent]

Thanks for making this, these videos help me out a lot.