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No-Budget Filmmaking

No-Budget Filmmaking is a podcast about the art of making films no matter how small the budget. Hosts Alex Darke & Trevor L. Nelson sit down and talk about the latest trends, coolest gadgets, and ultra top secret filmmaking techniques. Want more cool stuff from Alex and Trevor? Visit Filmmaking Central and Cinema Summit. Plus, join the Fearless Filmmakers community to meet other independent filmmakers like yourself and start the independent revolution!

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76:54

NBF 041: So You're Going to Film School

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2019/02/19

They've talked about the pros and cons of going to Film school, but if you are pulling the trigger, what exactly can you expect? How should you prepare for your first class? And what would Alex and Trevor do differently if they could start film school all over again?

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81:21

NBF 040: YouTube: Key for Indie Filmmakers or Nothing...

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2019/02/12

People love to put their videos on YouTube. Cat videos, kids dunking in trash cans, there are endless videos about countless subjects, but is YouTube a haven for getting your shorts and feature seen by the masses? Alex and Trevor dive into the pitfalls and drawbacks of relying on YouTube and offer better alternatives for the indie filmmaker.

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83:17

NBF 039: Our EDCC - Every Day Cinema Carry

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2019/02/05

We've had episodes about some of the big gear that everyone likes to talk about... Cameras, Lights, and Grip... But in this episode, Alex and Trevor sweat the small stuff and dive into what they carry with them to set each day. There's no telling if either of them were every Boy Scouts, but they sure do like to Be Prepared.

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88:51

NBF 038: How To Keep A Production Company Afloat

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2019/01/29

They talked about what to do to make money as a freelancer, but what do, and how to you survive and thrive if you want to start your own production company? Alex and Trevor talk you through the growth of their production company, Gilded Cinema. How they grew it from a small company doing local gigs for small amounts of kesh to a company that is now working on pilots and feature films.

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86:15

NBF 037: Its Not Short...It's Just Not That Long

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2019/01/22

It's 2019 so it's time to get rocking on your film career! What better way to kick it off than to produce I high quality, well done short to show the world what you can do. Alex and Trevor will take you step-by-step through their process as they begin pre-production on two shorts they plan on shooting this year. What to do, where to put your time, energy, and money towards, and what the goals of a short should be.

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79:02

NBF 036: Additional Edumacation

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2019/01/15

So you don't think Alex and Trevor have all the answers???? Boy are you....right! In this episode, the intrepid duo share their favorite flimmaking learnin' sites, from editing, to VFX, to lighting, if you want to dive deeper into any aspect of filmmaking, Alex and Trevor will tell you their favorite sites to do so. Plus, what awesome new filmmaking gadgets were revealed at CES this year?

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94:12

NBF 035: New Year, New You, New Goals!

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2019/01/08

Happy 2019! It's time to start the new year off right and set yourself up for success. When planning out your filmmaking goals, is it is best to aim high at the unreachable, or to set numerous, obtainable goals? Alex and Trevor talk about their approach to goal setting and discuss their plans for the new year.

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69:25

NBF 034: To Edit or Not To Edit, That Is The Question

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2018/12/18

You wrote your masterpiece, the shoot is in the can, now the question is, do you hand your baby off to someone else, or do you hunker down in a dark room for 3 months and edit it on your own. Alex and Trevor tackle to pros and cons of editing your own projects and also talk about how they individually go about setting up their workflow for a new edit.

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83:40

NBF 033: Artistic or Money Maker? What Kind of Film...

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2018/12/11

As filmmakers, we all probably got into this industry to make art, but when you boil it down, the film industry is still a business and most movies need to make money. When planning your first feature, what should you focus on, an artistic film that shows of your skills, or one more likely to make money? Alex and Trevor break down the pros and cons of each, plus are back to drinking during podcasts! Horray!

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60:00

NBF 032: Shorts vs Features - What Makes The Most...

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2018/12/04

The question of, "Do I make a short or a feature?" came up quite a bit throughout college and we thought we had a pretty cut and dry answer. But, the industry has changed so much just in the last 8-10 years that the answer is no longer that simple. In this episode, Alex and Trevor discuss why they had made up their minds about the short film/feature film debate and what has changed their mind in the opposite direction as of late.

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46:03

NBF 031: How To Stay Motivated: I'll Write Something...

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2018/11/20

Sometimes the hardest thing for a filmmaker to do is to find motivation when the grind gets to you. What can you do to keep powering through to push your career forward? Alex and Trevor have some tips, techniques, and personal motivations to help push you through the rut.

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65:51

NBF 030: What Camera Should I Buy? - Answering the...

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2018/11/13

We see this question asked over and over again on Facebook, in forums and videos, and even in person. In this episode, we attempt to peel away some of the layers of this question and give you a better understanding of different elements to look for when searching for a new camera to buy.

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66:45

NBF 029: All About You - Marketing Yourself for Gigs

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2018/11/06

You got the gear, you got the experience, but you still don't have the work! It's hard out there for a freelancer, so Alex and Trevor dive into the different ways you can build your resume, build your network, and better yet, build your bank account!

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63:56

NBF 028: All the Avenues for Self-Distribution. Make...

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2018/10/30

You did everything you should in preparation for distribution BEFORE you started filming. Your film is mastered and in the can, ready for the world to see. In this ever-changing field, what avenues do you have to distribute your film (mostly) on your own? Alex and Trevor break down the many options filmmakers have to get their film in front of as many audience members as they can.

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76:04

NBF 027: Get That Money! Packaging Your Project for...

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2018/10/23

So you have a great idea that needs money to make, how do you put together a great package to attract investors? Alex and Trevor walk you through the process to build the most attractive package of talent, vision, and creativity. What should you put the most focus on to ensure that your project gets the money that it needs?

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60:11

NBF 026: How to Develop and Finance Your Film with...

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2018/10/16

Everyone has a great idea, a great script, or a relationship with a great actor. But that rarely means you can make a film if you don't have the money! So what are your options when it comes to financing? What do you need in place before you even think about looking for money? Alex and Trevor chat with Greg Gertmenian, Head of Development at Slated to answer these questions and more!

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80:28

NBF 025: Interview With the Directors of Camp Manna

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2018/10/09

It's time to go camping! Alex and Trevor talk with writer-director duo Eric Scott Johnson and Eric Machiela about their recent film 'Camp Manna'. How long did it take before it was made, how was it working with Gary Freaking Busey, and what advice they have for independent filmmakers in this ever-changing field?

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77:14

NBF 024: Is Film School The Best Option?

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2018/10/02

Film school and whether or not to go is a big topic of debate online amongst filmmakers. They are asked it all the time, is going to film school worth it?! In response, Alex and Trevor give a resounding......maybe! The duo discusses the pros and cons of spending a couple years learning the ins and outs of filmmaking. Is it better to just jump on set and learn by trial by fire? Or should you take the time, and money, to study the basics from industry professionals?

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84:45

NBF 023: Average Movie Budget - Unforeseen Expenses...

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2018/09/25

What is an average movie budget for a "no-budget" film? A movie shot on an iPhone still had a budget of over $100,000?!?! Filmmakers thinking they are going to make a film super cheap, or free even, need to beware of underlying costs. Alex and Trevor dive into all the ways shooting a no-budget film could cost you. From the food to the art department, to the post-production expenses, "no-budget" doesn't mean there will be no costs.

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77:49

NBF 022: Make a Living Doing What You Love

No-Budget Filmmaking ·

2018/09/18

You love making films, shooting projects, editing away in your parent's basement, but how do you go about making it a sustaining career! Alex and Trevor offer friendly advice on how you can turn your passion in to dolla dolla bills y'all! What may start out as working on projects for free can turn into a career where you go to work every day loving what you do.

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