EPISODE · Dec 2, 2021 · 40 MIN
#47 Action Sports Filmmaking | Justin Fann
from The Practical Filmmaker · host The Practical Filmmaker
The world of action sports filmmaking follows a different set of rules. This week we dive into the world of action sports filmmaking with Justin Fann, Teton Gravity Research Lead Editor & Director, about action sports filmmaking. In this episode Justin shares how you can get started, how their projects are funded, and the gear he likes to use in the back country. Listen to hear how sports action filmmaking is different from the traditional Hollywood model. Key Points:2:15 - How he got started4:50 - Where you can get started6:40 - Roles in Outdoor filmmaking 8:55 - How to stay safe11:48 - Setting up shots14:14 - Budget for project16:13 - How are projects funded 17:43 - What expenses the company covers18:45 - Shooting Length 20:50 - Types of insurance to get22:06 - What gear he likes to use25:01 - Most dangerous situations26:49 - What went wrong 31:34 - Most challenging part of the job34:11 - Path to Teton Gravity Research 37:50 - Latest projectLinks:Teton Gravity Research Stoke the Fire Trailer Justin Fann InstagramWebsiteConnect with the Practical FilmmakerFollow The Practical Filmmaker on InstagramWatch more episodes on YouTubeSupport the showFind more filmmaking resourcesConnect with the Practical FilmmakerFollow The Practical Filmmaker on InstagramWatch more episodes on YouTubeFind more filmmaking resources
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The world of action sports filmmaking follows a different set of rules. This week we dive into the world of action sports filmmaking with Justin Fann, Teton Gravity Research Lead Editor & Director, about action sports filmmaking. In this episode Justin shares how you can get started, how their projects are funded, and the gear he likes to use in the back country. Listen to hear how sports action filmmaking is different from the traditional Hollywood model. Key Points:2:15 - How he got started4:50 - Where you can get started6:40 - Roles in Outdoor filmmaking 8:55 - How to stay safe11:48 - Setting up shots14:14 - Budget for project16:13 - How are projects funded 17:43 - What expenses the company covers18:45 - Shooting Length 20:50 - Types of insurance to get22:06 - What gear he likes to use25:01 - Most dangerous situations26:49 - What went wrong 31:34 - Most challenging part of the job34:11 - Path to Teton Gravity Research 37:50 - Latest projectLinks:Teton Gravity Research Stoke the Fire Trailer Justin Fann InstagramWebsiteConnect with the Practical FilmmakerFollow The Practical Filmmaker on InstagramWatch more episodes on YouTubeSupport the showFind more filmmaking resourcesConnect with the Practical FilmmakerFollow The Practical Filmmaker on InstagramWatch more episodes on YouTubeFind more filmmaking resources
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