Searching for mentorship
Kaspriestess
1 Mar 2018 18:56
PLEASE could anybody recommend any films about successful videographers? Their stories, biography, interviews or something about them. Where are they? Who are they? I want to learn from them, I search for mentorship direct or indirect. THANK YOU
EdgeofReason
14 Mar 2018 16:09
Hi Maryna. blog.pond5.com is a great resource. The best advice I can give you, as a videographer, and constantly learning myself, is to find mentorship within the top sellers here and other sites within the industry. Although you can find inspiration and a wealth of information about Filmmakers all over the web, stock has emerged as a true, viable industry, and what makes a stock shooter successful is an art of it's own. Each agency has blogs that have matured into very valuable resources for those of us who seek to succeed at stock. As someone who is probably in a similar position as you, I can only say to subscribe to the blogs. There are also some Facebook Groups that are good resources for furthering your education, and providing inspiration. By looking at your portfolio, you have a great sense of composition and framing, and a good understanding of light. All I can suggest is to broaden your subject matter, and work more towards Concept. What is the message that the clip conveys?
Also, stay in tune with what is in-demand. The market is constantly changing and evolving. Also, pay attention to TV commercials/shows/films, and take notice of what visual-content has the strongest impact on you emotionally. Then seek to re-create that feeling, message and look in your footage. I hope this helps, and Good Luck in your endeavors.
Also, stay in tune with what is in-demand. The market is constantly changing and evolving. Also, pay attention to TV commercials/shows/films, and take notice of what visual-content has the strongest impact on you emotionally. Then seek to re-create that feeling, message and look in your footage. I hope this helps, and Good Luck in your endeavors.