Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Filmmakers Academy Podcast! Take advantage of monthly virtual group coaching, networking events, as well as new content released weekly by becoming a member today. Join today and get $50 off your first year by using the promo code FAPOD50 . And join the #1 resource for cinematographers, film crews, and Do-It-All filmmakers! This episode is proudly lit exclusively by Nanlux-Nanlite Lights and sponsored by B&H and Hollyland. In this essential ep...
Aug 07, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Filmmakers Academy Podcast! Take advantage of monthly virtual group coaching, networking events, as well as new content released weekly by becoming a member today. Join today and get $50 off your first year by using the promo code FAPOD50 . And join the #1 resource for cinematographers, film crews, and Do-It-All filmmakers! In this compelling episode of Finding the Frame , host Chris Haigh sits down with Colleen Bell , the Executive Director of th...
Jul 08, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Filmmakers Academy Podcast! Take advantage of monthly virtual group coaching, networking events, as well as new content released weekly by becoming a member today. Join today and get $50 off your first year by using the promo code FAPOD50 . And join the #1 resource for cinematographers, film crews, and Do-It-All filmmakers! This episode is proudly lit exclusively by Nanlux-Nanlite Lights and sponsored by B&H and Hollyland. In this inspiring ep...
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 20
Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Filmmakers Academy Podcast! Take advantage of monthly virtual group coaching, networking events, as well as new content released weekly by becoming a member today. Join today and get $50 off your first year by using the promo code FAPOD50 . And join the #1 resource for cinematographers, film crews, and Do-It-All filmmakers! Get your discount here: https://watch.filmmakersacademy.com/checkout/new?o=83067&d=FAPOD50 In this episode of Finding the...
Jun 05, 2025•57 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Filmmakers Academy Podcast! Take advantage of monthly virtual group coaching, networking events, as well as new content released weekly by becoming a member today. Join today and get $50 off your first year by using the promo code FAPOD50 . And join the #1 resource for cinematographers, film crews, and Do-It-All filmmakers! In this captivating episode of Finding the Frame , Chris Haigh welcomes the visionary cinematographer Adam Newport-Berra , wh...
May 22, 2025•52 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Filmmakers Academy Podcast! Take advantage of monthly virtual group coaching, networking events, as well as new content released weekly by becoming a member today. Join today and get $50 off your first year by using the promo code FAPOD50 . And join the #1 resource for cinematographers, film crews, and Do-It-All filmmakers! In this engaging episode of Finding the Frame , host Chris Haigh welcomes the talented young cinematographer Tucker K Anderso...
Apr 30, 2025•54 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Filmmakers Academy Podcast ! Take advantage of monthly virtual group coaching, networking events, as well as new content released weekly by becoming a member today. Join today and get $50 off your first year by using the promo code FAPOD50 . And join the #1 resource for cinematographers, film crews, and Do-It-All filmmakers! In this episode of The Inner Circle Podcast , hosted by ASC cinematographer Shane Hurlbut and Lydia Hurlbut, Shane dives dee...
Apr 08, 2025•45 min•Ep. 19
Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Filmmakers Academy Podcast! Take advantage of monthly virtual group coaching, networking events, as well as new content released weekly by becoming a member today. Join today and get $50 off your first year by using the promo code FAPOD50 . And join the #1 resource for cinematographers, film crews, and Do-It-All filmmakers! Sign up today by clicking 👉 here . In this episode of Finding the Frame , Chris Haigh interviews cinematographer Johanna Coe...
Mar 17, 2025•48 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode of Finding the Frame, Chris Haigh sits down with Academy Award nominees Judy Becker and Lol Crawley, BSC , the production designer and cinematographer behind the visually stunning film, "The Brutalist." They discuss their artistic journeys, early influences, and the unique challenges of capturing the film's stark, imposing architecture. Crawley, known for his work on films like "Vox Lux," explains his choice of VistaVision for its ability to capture brutalist buildings without di...
Feb 25, 2025•57 min•Season 2Ep. 5
This episode of Finding the Frame features a fascinating conversation with acclaimed Australian cinematographer Judd Overton, ACS . Host Chris Haigh explores Judd's remarkable journey, from his early days in the remote Australian Outback to his current success in Hollywood. Judd, known for his bold framing, "shoot from the hip" style, and ability to create distinct visual worlds, shares his insights on a wide range of topics, making this a must-listen for aspiring and experienced filmmakers alik...
Feb 11, 2025•59 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Get $20 off you first month to the Filmmakers Academy with PROMO CODE: FAPOD20 This episode is proudly lit exclusively by Nanlux-Nanlite Lights and sponsored by B&H and Hollyland. Join Lydia and Shane Hurlbut, ASC for a candid conversation with directors Jordan Brady (a renowned commercial director & Filmmakers Academy mentor) and Jeannette Godoy (director of the inspiring documentary " Free 2 Be Me "). This episode dives into the often-challenging balance of career, family, and creative...
Jan 28, 2025•2 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode of Finding the Frame , Chris Haigh welcomes the "Vigilante Team" – Jamee Ranta (producer), Wesley "Wuz Good" Armstrong (director), and Alain Fleury (producer, editor) – about their short film " Vigilante ," which follows four friends with superpowers who protect their neglected neighborhood. The discussion delves into the evolution of filmmaking, comparing past decades to the present. The Vigilante team discusses the impact of factors like the rise of digital filmmaking, the domi...
Dec 17, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Chris Haigh is back with another episode of Finding the Frame, and this time, he’s diving headfirst into the wonderfully weird world of Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice with the film's editor, Jay Prychidny , CCE. Also in the house is all-around Beetlejuice fanboy (and creative director of FA) Steven Napolitano. Ever wondered how you go from splicing VHS tapes as a kid to cutting one of the most anticipated sequels of all time? Jay spills the secrets to his success, revealing how a childhood obsession w...
Oct 21, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Get ready for an exciting new season of Finding the Frame! This season, we’re thrilled to welcome Chris Haigh as the new host of the series. Chris brings his unique insights and passion for the industry and dives deep into the world of film, chatting with industry professionals and sharing their insights. In this episode of Finding the Frame, host Chris Haigh explores the creative process behind the award-winning feature film " Good Girl Jane ." Sarah Elizabeth Mintz (writer/director) and Jake S...
Sep 24, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Get $20 off you first month to the Filmmakers Academy with PROMO CODE: FAPOD20 This episode is proudly lit exclusively by Nanlux-Nanlite Lights and sponsored by B&H and Hollyland. Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Filmmakers Academy Podcast! Take advantage of monthly virtual group coaching, networking events, as well as new content released weekly by becoming a member today. Join today and get $50 off your first year by using the promo code FAPOD50. And join the #1 resource fo...
Sep 05, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 17
This episode is proudly lit exclusively by Nanlux-Nanlite Lights and sponsored by B&H and Hollyland. In Episode 16 of the Inner Circle Podcast, Shane Hurlbut, ASC and Lydia Hurlbut answer questions from Filmmakers Academy members, offering valuable insights on various aspects of filmmaking. They provide expert advice on the challenges of transitioning from an editing career to cinematography, even at a later age. Then, they delve into the technical aspects of documentary filmmaking, focusing...
Aug 14, 2024•40 min•Ep. 16
Get $20 off you first month to the Filmmakers Academy with PROMO CODE: FAPOD20 This episode is proudly lit exclusively by Nanlux-Nanlite Lights and sponsored by B&H and Hollyland. This episode of the Inner Circle Podcast dives into the world of social media for filmmakers, featuring Kyra Hurlbut, alongside her parents Shane Hurlbut and Lydia Hurlbut. Kyra, a social media expert herself, shares valuable insights on how filmmakers can leverage platforms like Instagram and TikTok for marketing,...
Jul 17, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 15
This episode is proudly lit exclusively by Nanlux-Nanlite Lights and sponsored by B&H and Hollyland. In this episode of the Inner Circle Podcast, Shane Hurlbut, ASC and Lydia Hurlbut welcome a man of many talents, George Billinger , for an inspiring conversation. The legendary Steadicam operator and camera operator opens up about his unconventional journey from firefighting to becoming a sought-after filmmaker. Shane and George have worked together on multiple projects including Drumline , 1...
Jun 13, 2024•1 hr 49 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Get $20 off you first month to the Filmmakers Academy with PROMO CODE: FAPOD20 This episode is proudly lit exclusively by Nanlux-Nanlite Lights and sponsored by B&H and Hollyland. Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Filmmakers Academy Podcast! Take advantage of monthly virtual group coaching, networking events, as well as new content released weekly by becoming a member today. Join today and get $20 off your first month by using the promo code FAPOD20. And join the #1 resource f...
May 15, 2024•51 min•Ep. 13
Get $20 off you first month to the Filmmakers Academy with PROMO CODE: FAPOD20 This episode is proudly lit exclusively by Nanlux-Nanlite Lights and sponsored by B&H and Hollyland. Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Filmmakers Academy Podcast! Take advantage of monthly virtual group coaching, networking events, as well as new content released weekly by becoming a member today. Join today and get $50 off your first year of Annual All Access by using the promo code FAPOD50. And jo...
Apr 04, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 12
Get $20 off you first month to the Filmmakers Academy with PROMO CODE: FAPOD20 This episode is proudly lit exclusively by Nanlux-Nanlite Lights and sponsored by B&H and Hollyland. DP Sherri Kauk joins Lydia and Shane Hurlbut, ASC to discuss her career in the film industry and her latest feature film, Drugstore June . Throughout their conversation, the trio touches on topics like gender diversity and its impact on creativity and development, leadership and power dynamics of the film industry,...
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 11
Get $20 off you first month to the Filmmakers Academy with PROMO CODE: FAPOD20 This episode is proudly lit exclusively by Nanlux-Nanlite Lights and sponsored by B&H and Hollyland. Come on board and bring along all your hopes and dreams! In this episode, we welcome back one of our most popular ASC cinematographers. The gifted eye behind the lens of the live-action One Piece Netflix adaptation, Nicole Hirsch Whitaker, ASC , joins Lydia and Shane Hurlbut, ASC at Filmmakers Academy. This episode...
Feb 28, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 10
Get $20 off you first month to the Filmmakers Academy with PROMO CODE: FAPOD20 This episode is proudly lit exclusively by Nanlux-Nanlite Lights and sponsored by B&H and Hollyland. Your success as a professional filmmaker is a direct result of your mental and physical fortitude. In this episode of the Inner Circle Podcast, former Olympic athlete and coach, Dr. Terry Schroeder, joins Lydia Hurlbut in the Filmmakers Academy studio. Together they discuss Dr. Terry’s history as an Olympian, key i...
Jan 24, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 9
Learn filmmaking from artists at the top of their game. Try Filmmakers Academy and become a member: https://bit.ly/302orWv Join today and get $20 off your first month by using the promo code FAPOD20. And join the #1 resource for cinematographers, film crews, and Do-It-All filmmakers! The power of community will amplify your success in the film industry. In this episode of the Inner Circle Podcast, Lydia Hurlbut and Shane Hurlbut, ASC discuss the value of community and how filmmakers cannot live ...
Dec 26, 2023•43 min•Ep. 8
Learn filmmaking from artists at the top of their game. Try Filmmakers Academy and become a member: https://bit.ly/302orWv Join today and get $20 off your first month by using the promo code FAPOD20 . And join the #1 resource for cinematographers, film crews, and Do-It-All filmmakers! In this episode, FA CEO Lydia Hurlbut and her cinematographer husband, Shane Hurlbut, ASC, explore the ever-changing film industry. Ever since its inception in 1895, the landscape of the industry has evolved with t...
Nov 14, 2023•51 min•Ep. 7
Award-winning Editor Zack Arnold, ACE (Cobra Kai) stopped by Filmmakers Academy to join Lydia and Shane Hurlbut, ASC on the Inner Circle Podcast. A champion of wellness for his fellow post-production peeps, Zack shares healthy changes that filmmakers can start today that will make an astronomical difference tomorrow. And it all starts with your mindset. Zack recently semi-retired from his role as a Hollywood film and television editor, with a long list of credits that range from Empire to Glee a...
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 6
Lydia and Shane Hurlbut, ASC welcome Nigerian filmmaking entrepreneurs Carolyn Seaman and Thomas Jeffery onto the Inner Circle Podcast. Recognized as one of Nigeria’s 20 most innovative women in Media & Tech and listed in the 50 Most Outstanding Female Pacesetters in Africa, Carolyn produces films and documentaries focused on social change. She heads the Girl Nation Film Academy where she trained hundreds of young African women to write, shoot, direct, and edit their own films. Carolyn also ...
Sep 12, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 5
There are countless ways to enter the industry and pursue a job as a cinematographer. Typically, you work your way up the ladder from a production assistant or in the camera department and must take chances to prove your mastery. Todd Dos Reis, ASC joins Shane Hurlbut, ASC on this episode of the Inner Circle Podcast to talk about his career trajectory. Keep reading to discover how Todd started as a PA working on Russell Carpenter projects before moving sideways, backward, and up to become the se...
Aug 22, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 4
Shane and Lydia welcome pro-baller-turned-cinematographer Darrell Wonge to the Filmmakers Academy studio to discuss his career pivot and learn everything from his networking strategy to how he handles the stress of set life while managing his crew. After suffering a career-ending injury, Darrell turned his efforts to cinematography. At first, he didn’t have the experience and knowledge but he was determined to become better. So, he approached it like basketball. Where at one time he would be in ...
Jul 05, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 3
Grammy-nominated and award-winning producer Jamee Ranta visits Filmmakers Academy to share the moment she became a successful producer on the music video ‘Remind Me To Forget’ by Kygo, and the technical obstacles she overcame. She then gives some must-know advice to producers young in their careers and reveals what she learned in her latest music video ‘Candy Necklace’ with Lana Del Ray. Want to learn the art of producing? Become a Filmmakers Academy member today to access Jamee Ranta’s full cou...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 16
