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Maura Nicolaita

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Personal Information

  • First Name Maura
  • Last Name Nicolaita
  • Occupation Marketing
  • About Me Entrepreneur, Author, Journalist, Trainer, Influencer, Crypto Expert, Twitch Streamer and Marketing Specialist.

    Maura Nicolăiță is the descendant of a long line of entrepreneurs with business in multiple areas, from agriculture and real estates to mass-media and crypto investments. After graduating in 2014 as Valedictorian from Vasile Goldis Western University of Arad with a major in Marketing, Maura wrote a book about Marketing Techniques in Romanian Language that is currently used in special training programs and university courses. In order to perfect her skills and explore her passion for Marketing and Management, she completed her studies with a master's degree in Marketing and Business Management, followed by a master’s degree in Management Strategies and Policies.
  • Gender Female

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  • Website http://www.linkedin.com/in/mirunamaura
  • Website https://www.twitch.tv/mauralbu
  • Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/maura10
  • Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mirunamaura/

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  • Country Romania
  • City Arad

Videos

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    Community Spotlight: Kevin Inouye
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    Community Spotlight: Jeff Kitchen
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    Community Spotlight: Mariluz Guerra
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    Community Spotlight: Kathy In hye Park
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    Community Spotlight: Vikas Ramavat
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    Community Spotlight: Sean and Patrick Carnahan
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    Community Spotlight: Jay Croot
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    Community Spotlight: Anthony Straeger
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    Do Not Fear This! First-Time Directors Working w/ Experienced DPs. Tom Ackerman ASC Shares Insights!
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    Making Your First Film? Watch This Before You Start! Ian Kerr csc Shares Important Insights for You!
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    How to create your first blog post on StudentFilmmakers.com
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    Community Spotlight: Mark Adler
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    Community Spotlight: Roy H. Wagner ASC
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    Community Spotlight: Dave Keen
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    Student Filmmakers Magazine Now Has a Dedicated Website!
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    Community Spotlight: Capricious
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    Community Spotlight: Capricious
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    Community Spotlight: Dustin Johnson
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    Are you a student? Find out how you can get featured in our print magazine!
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    How To Use The Member Search on the Filmmakers Network
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    NYC Production
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  • Blog Photo­s 9 photos

  • Forum Phot­os 18 photos

  • Cover Phot­os 1 photo

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    Are you struggling to find and work with actors who can elevate your film project? This comprehensive curriculum will teach you how to discover an actor’s strengths and weaknesses, gain their trust, and understand their process. You’ll learn to respect th...
  • June 9, 2023 9:00 AM PDT
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    Ready to take your filmmaking skills to the next level? This comprehensive curriculum covers essential casting topics such as working with agents/managers to get the best talent, building your list and working with a casting director (or not), and bringin...
  • May 30, 2023 9:00 AM PDT
    Effective Techniques for Elevating Your Visual Storytelling
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    Join us for an exclusive live webinar, “Cinematography & Elements of Style: Effective Techniques for Elevating Your Visual Storytelling,” featuring Award-Winning Director of Photography and Director Tony Westman CSC, DGA, DGC, on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. Th...
  • May 20, 2023 10:30 AM PDT
    Mastering Set Politics and Actor Collaboration
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    Join renowned Director and Director of Photography Thomas Ackerman, ASC, for an exclusive live webinar focused on mastering set politics and actor collaboration. Scheduled for Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 11:30am to 1pm PST (2:30pm to 4pm EST), this inter...
  • May 16, 2023 9:00 AM PDT
    3-Time Emmy Award Winning Cinematographer Gary Baum ASC
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    Join us for a unique live AMA (Ask Me Anything) webinar featuring 3-Time Emmy Award-Winning Cinematographer Gary Baum ASC on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. This interactive session will emphasize the importance of fostering collaborations among showrunners, direc...
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    Discover the Art of Cinematic Combat with Kevin Inouye
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  • May 12, 2023 9:00 AM PDT
    "Pre-Production Essentials” with Shane Stanley
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  • May 11, 2023 9:00 AM PDT
    Live AMA with Legendary Cinematographer With Mark Irwin CSC/ASC
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  • May 8, 2023 9:00 AM PDT
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    Call For Entries: Winter Photo Contest 2023
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    Winter Photo Contest 2023: From the Tropic to the Arctic ~ Second Edition ~​ Share a photo of how winter looks in your part of the world for a chance to get featured in the Student Filmmakers Magazine! Prizes: TBA – 1st, 2nd and 3rd places will rec...
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    FREE LIVE WEBINAR: Horror Filmmaking with Roy Wagner ASC REGISTER NOW: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lvai6NbIT2aMRGPoNqesoQ Speaker: Roy Wagner, ASC, a 40-year veteran, two-time Emmy-winning cinematographer, and named by Kodak as one of...
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    NAB Show New York will take place next week at the Jarvits Center! Use code MP03 for a FREE Exhibits Pass! Come and meet StudentFilmmakers Magazine at the 2022 NAB Show, New York, Booth #1929 Register now: https://cloud.e.nabshow.com/NewPerspectives...
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    The Winners to the "Winter Photo Contest 2021: From the Tropic to the Arctic" will be announced in a Zoom Conference. Date: 3'rd April 2021 Time: 5 PM ET ZOOM REGISTRATION FORM COMING SOON! Original thread: https://www.studentfilmmakers.com/fo...
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    Winter is by far the favorite season for many because of the delights that it has to offer. With this occasion, Student Filmmakers challenges you to showcase how winter looks in your part of the world! Even though you live in a place with piles of snow or...
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    Color Correction Techniques
    Today, I'd like to talk about advanced color correction techniques in filmmaking. As many of you know, color correction is a crucial step in the post-production process that can greatly impact the overall look and feel of a film. While basic color...  moreToday, I'd like to talk about advanced color correction techniques in filmmaking. As many of you know, color correction is a crucial step in the post-production process that can greatly impact the overall look and feel of a film. While basic color correction tools can help to adjust the brightness, contrast, and color balance of a shot, there are many advanced techniques that can be used to create a specific look or mood. One of the most powerful tools in a colorist's arsenal is the use of LUTs (Look-Up Tables). LUTs are essentially presets that can be applied to a shot to quickly and easily achieve a desired color grading look. There are many different LUTs available, ranging from basic adjustments like "warm" or "cool" to more complex looks like "film emulation" or "vintage". Using LUTs can save a lot of time in the color grading process and can help to maintain consistency across a project. Another advanced color correction technique is the use of secondary color correction tools. These tools...    less
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  • May 11, 2023 3:13 AM PDT
    in the topic Color Correction Techniques in the forum Stunt Production and Special Effects

    Today, I'd like to talk about advanced color correction techniques in filmmaking. As many of you know, color correction is a crucial step in the post-production process that can greatly impact the overall look and feel of a film. While basic color correction tools can help to adjust the brightness, contrast, and color balance of a shot, there are many advanced techniques that can be used to create a specific look or mood.

    One of the most powerful tools in a colorist's arsenal is the use of LUTs (Look-Up Tables). LUTs are essentially presets that can be applied to a shot to quickly and easily achieve a desired color grading look. There are many different LUTs available, ranging from basic adjustments like "warm" or "cool" to more complex looks like "film emulation" or "vintage". Using LUTs can save a lot of time in the color grading process and can help to maintain consistency across a project.

    Another advanced color correction technique is the use of secondary color correction tools. These tools allow a colorist to isolate specific parts of an image and adjust their color separately from the rest of the shot. For example, if you wanted to make a person's shirt a brighter or more saturated color, you could use a secondary color correction tool to select only the shirt and adjust its color without affecting the rest of the shot. This can be especially useful when trying to match the color of shots that were filmed under different lighting conditions or with different cameras.

    Of course, there are many challenges that arise when trying to achieve a specific color grading look. One of the biggest challenges is matching the color of shots that were filmed under different conditions. For example, if you're cutting together footage from an outdoor shoot and an indoor shoot, you may need to adjust the color balance of one or both shots to make them match. Similarly, if you're working with footage from multiple cameras, you may need to adjust the color balance of each shot to ensure that they match.

    In conclusion, advanced color correction techniques can greatly enhance the visual quality of a film and help to achieve a specific look or mood. By using LUTs and secondary color correction tools, filmmakers can save time and achieve more precise adjustments in their color grading. However, it's important to be aware of the challenges that arise when trying to match the color of shots that were filmed under different conditions. I hope this post has been helpful, and I look forward to hearing about your experiences with color correction in filmmaking.

    I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts on advanced color correction techniques in filmmaking. Don't be shy, share your own experiences and tips with the community!

  • April 29, 2023 2:43 AM PDT
    in the topic From Idea to Script: Share Your Story Development Process in the forum Producing

    We all know that the process of taking a story idea from concept to script can be a daunting task. With so many creative decisions to make, it can be easy to get stuck or lose sight of your original vision. That’s why I wanted to start a conversation about our individual processes for developing a story idea into a full-fledged script.

    So, let’s start by sharing our own approaches. When you have an idea for a story, what’s your process for fleshing it out and turning it into a script? Do you start with an outline or dive right in? How do you refine and polish your script as you go, and what methods do you use to stay focused and motivated?

    For me, I usually start with a basic outline of the story, sketching out the major plot points and character arcs. From there, I’ll work on developing the individual scenes, thinking about the dialogue, pacing, and emotional beats. Once I have a rough draft, I’ll go back through and start refining, cutting out extraneous scenes and tweaking the dialogue to better serve the story. I try to stay open to feedback from trusted friends and colleagues, using their insights to help me fine-tune the script into a final product.

    But everyone’s process is different, and that’s what makes the creative journey so exciting. So, I’d love to hear from you. What’s your approach to developing a story idea into a script? Share your tips, tricks, and insights in the comments below, and let’s learn from each other’s experiences.

  • April 29, 2023 2:42 AM PDT
    in the topic Pivoting Your Film’s Direction: Share Your Experience in the forum Producing

    As filmmakers, we know that the development process can be a rollercoaster ride of creative decisions and tough choices. Sometimes, despite our best efforts, we find ourselves needing to pivot our film’s direction in a new direction. It can be a challenging moment, but also an opportunity to grow and create something truly unique.

    So, I wanted to start a discussion about pivoting your film’s direction during development. Have you ever had to do it, and what was your experience like? What led you to make the decision to change direction, and how did it impact the rest of your production?

    For me, I was working on a short film that I had been planning for months. I had a strong vision for the story and characters, but as we started filming, it became clear that something wasn’t working. The pacing felt off, and the emotional beats weren’t landing the way I had hoped. It was a tough decision, but I realized that I needed to pivot the direction of the film in order to create something that truly resonated with audiences.

    We ended up cutting a lot of the original footage and rewriting several scenes to better serve the story we wanted to tell. While it was a challenging process, the end result was a much stronger film that truly connected with audiences.

    Have you had a similar experience? How did you approach pivoting your film’s direction during development, and what lessons did you learn from the process? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below, and let’s explore the ups and downs of the creative journey together.

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