A Cinematographer's Guide to Making your Indie Film Look Like a Million Dollars

4-Part Class Taught by a Netflix, HBO and Showtime Cinematographer!

PLEASE NOTE: Although this exclusive Stage 32 class is no longer live and the teacher is not available on email, we highly encourage you to do any assignments to get the most out of the educational experience.

In the world of independent filmmaking, making your film look like a million dollars on a tight budget is a challenge every filmmaker faces. That’s where A Cinematographer's Guide to Making Your Indie Film Look Like a Million Dollars comes in. This 4-part on-demand class is designed to help you transform your indie film into a visually stunning masterpiece, regardless of your budget. By mastering the art of working with what you have, you'll learn how to elevate the production value of your film, making it stand out in a competitive market.

As you embark on this journey, it's important to recognize common missteps that can derail even the most well-intentioned projects. From underestimating the importance of planning in pre-production to making costly mistakes in lighting and camera movement, these pitfalls can be avoided with the right knowledge and preparation. This class will guide you through each stage of the filmmaking process, ensuring that you make informed decisions that will save you time, money, and headaches down the road.

Guiding you through this process is Matthew Boyd, an award-winning cinematographer-filmmaker with extensive experience in feature film, documentary, and television. Boyd's work has been featured on platforms like Netflix, HBO, and Showtime, and his filmography includes collaborations with industry giants such as Sterling K. Brown, Josh Duhamel, and Colin Trevorrow. With a career that spans critically acclaimed films, documentaries, and music videos, Boyd brings a wealth of expertise to the table, making him the perfect mentor to help you achieve your cinematic goals.

Throughout this class, you will dive deep into essential topics that will set you up for success and have assignments after each class. In Session 1, you'll focus on setting yourself up for success with your script, vision, and partnerships. Session 2 will continue this journey, helping you plan your shoot schedule and maximize production value. Session 3 will teach you how to achieve high production values without the cost, while Session 4 will provide DIY tips and tricks for getting seemingly cost-prohibitive shots. Each session is packed with practical advice, case studies, and Q&A opportunities, ensuring that you walk away with actionable knowledge that will take your film to the next level.

Praise for Matthew:

"Matthew goes above and beyond in this class. He really makes me think and apply what he shared practically to my film." - Paul W.

"Brilliant! Matthew is absolutely brilliant!!" - Jake R.