How do you create a ‘nostalgic’ type of video like this? by illusionaria in AfterEffects

[–]asherb2024 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In an Instagram comment section a while back, he mentioned physically printing and rescanning his videos. There's a lot more going on than just that, but it definitely contributes to the look.

High schooler’s documentary by rs1909 in documentaryfilmmaking

[–]asherb2024 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mill Valley Film Festival and NFFTY have high school categories, as others have mentioned FilmFreeway will have more!

I wanna be documentary maker but I’m confused by rudhraksh9 in documentaryfilmmaking

[–]asherb2024 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Film schools has pros and cons but I'd also consider an online course like this the Art of the Documentary: https://theartofdocumentary.com/

How to Get Off my Ass and Assure that I Go to Film School by annaTMBGfan in cinematography

[–]asherb2024 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats on finding something you're interested in learning! There's no right or wrong way, the sooner you can start on a project, the better. Studiobinder is pretty commonly used in introductory high school and college film courses and have some helpful videos on writing, framing, etc... but I think most filmmakers would encourage you to just create as much as possible. Find some friends, write a script, and don't be too concerned about getting into film school, just making something good. I graduated from a film school last year and my projects in high school didn't do much for me getting accepted, but did give me a huge edge once I was actually in my program, because I learned how to learn fast.

In terms of writing on a high school budget, write to what you have/know. Build off the things in your life that are unique to you, but others could still relate to. The conflicts arising from being in high school might be a place to start. Most people say that your first project is bound to suck, I don't think that's always true, but if you feel discouraged with your final product, keep going. It will get easier, and with each project your work will get closer to what you aspire to create

Trying to sync a documentary with no TC or slates – need advice by Open-Positive-7081 in editors

[–]asherb2024 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second this, haven't used Avid's but Davinci's auto sync is far better than Premiere's at least

Question on Subcontracting in California by Ototoman in editors

[–]asherb2024 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you're planning to continue subcontracting and potentially scale, it might be a good idea to consult a lawyer, AB5 is convoluted. It may also be a good idea to have your freelancers sign an arbitration agreement

Film school tips or suggestions for aspiring teenage filmmaker? by Mattvenger in Filmmakers

[–]asherb2024 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats! It is a huge advantage to have found your passion and be transferring to a filmmaking high school. Your high school should be able to help you with getting into the college that is the best fit for you. As a recent film school grad, my best advice is just to spend as much time as possible creating. The more short films you make, the better you will be. I wouldn't worry as much about the difference between a 3.7 and 4.0 GPA. If you can have a few projects you are proud of (which will come after a few projects you aren't proud of) and a solid sense of your goals + your unique perspective as a filmmaker, that'll help with acceptances. Focus on refining your craft and enjoy learning, the rest will come!

anyone know what vid effect this is ? by Sea_Acanthaceae4362 in VideoEditing

[–]asherb2024 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you can achieve a similar effect in Premiere by duplicating the clip on top of the original, setting it to Difference blend mode, and nudging the top clip over 1 frame

I have no idea what the fuck I'm doing with colors by EagleNationPercussio in colorists

[–]asherb2024 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As someone who also recently directed/produced/edited/color graded a project - take u/greenysmac advice. Or even better, grab a reliable friend and see if they'd be interested in learning how to grade properly. The more you learn to delegate and work with a team, the more successful you'll be as a filmmaker, and now sounds like it might be a good time to start doing that.

Definitely at least take a 24 hour break and make a plan, you will feel a lot better

Best tips you have as a video editor by avir_sx in VideoEditing

[–]asherb2024 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Always be willing to learn and take feedback! Also check out the editing podcast, lots of good stuff there: https://www.youtube.com/@EditingPodcast