UPDATE: these are the updated dates of our... moreUPDATE: these are the updated dates of our webinars. The registration links remain the same as they were initially posted.
Saturday, August 9, 2025 – 12 Noon PST to 1:15pm PST (California Time) (1 Hour, 15 Minutes)Director’s PrepBreaking down the script, storyboarding, and creating shot lists.Pre-Production Stage, Part 1 of 3
Saturday, August 30, 2025 – 12 Noon PST to 1:15pm PST (California Time) (1 Hour, 15 Minutes)Location Scouting & Production DesignCollaboration with Locations and Production Design to build the visual world.Pre-Production Stage, Part 2 of 3
Saturday, September 13, 2025 – 12 Noon PST to 1:15pm PST (California Time) (1 Hour, 15 Minutes)Casting & Guest ActorsSelecting actors and preparing them for single scenes or guest roles.Pre-Production Stage, Part 3 of 3
Saturday, October 4, 2025 – 12 Noon PST to 1:15pm PST (California Time) (1 Hour, 15 Minutes)On Set with the DPThe Director-DP collaboration on lighting, framing, and... less
Hi everyone,
Just a quick update! All... moreHi everyone,
Just a quick update! All upcoming live webinars with cinematographer Patrick Cady ASC have been rescheduled and will now take place on Saturdays starting this month.
Stay tuned for the updated dates and registration links – we'll post them as soon as they’re finalized.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of... moreGet ready for an unforgettable evening of film, creativity, and community! Cinema Under the Stars, presented by The Film Dispatch, is happening this Friday, June 20, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the University Club (750 B Street, Suite 3400, San Diego, CA 92101).One of the highlights of the night: legendary cinematographer Roy H. Wagner, ASC (named by Kodak as one of the “100 Top Cinematographers in the World” ) will be presenting his reel alongside the ASC reel at 6:50 PM.Roy will also be sharing ideas for future live and online workshops for students, and yes, he’ll be selling signed copies of his new book! The book takes readers behind the scenes of his incredible career, working on classics like A Nightmare on Elm Street 3, Quantum Leap, Beauty and the Beast, and many more.The event is packed with awesome programming:
Lighting diagrams + BTS clips from the ASC
Directing tips from Fredo Tovar (Aplus Filmz)
Post-production ad strategies with Ana Lucia Bustamante
Pitch sessions from up-and-coming... less
It’s not every day that a webinar... moreIt’s not every day that a webinar brings both clarity and connection—but that’s exactly what happened during our most recent session in the StudentFilmmakers.com Webinar Series. We extend our deepest thanks to our special guests, Patrick Cady ASC and Thomas Bernardo, for leading such an honest, generous, and highly valuable learning experience during our live educational webinar, “How a Show Gets Developed.”
In “How a Story Gets Developed,” Patrick and Tom shared an honest, behind-the-scenes look at what really happens after a show is sold. They walked us through how a writers’ room comes together, how stories are shaped into a full season, and what it’s like to step into that high-pressure, creative space once a production date is set. Whether you were brand new to TV writing or a seasoned indie creator, the session offered real-world insight, personal experiences, and practical takeaways you wouldn’t find in a... less
