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How To Edit An Interview For A Documentary
May 28, 2014 | Film

How To Edit An Interview For A Documentary

Author: Andrea Fumagalli, Documentary Alumnus, New York Film Academy [su_note]Learn more about the Documentary Filmmaking School at the New York Film Academy.[/su_note] Editing an interview is not always easy, but…

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Soft Lighting: How To Build A Covered Wagon
May 28, 2014 | Film

Soft Lighting: How To Build A Covered Wagon

Author: Salvatore Interlandi, Interim Chair, Cinematography Department, New York Film Academy A covered wagon is a homemade soft light that is basically light sockets mounted to a strip of wood…

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The Four Things You Need For A Successful Career In Dance
May 28, 2014 | Film

The Four Things You Need For A Successful Career In Dance

Author: Michelle Potterf, Chair, Dance Department, New York Film Academy So what does it take to have a successful career in dance? Hard Work First and foremost, it is hard work…

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Trends In Photography Over The Last 15 Years
May 28, 2014 | Film

Trends In Photography Over The Last 15 Years

Author: Brian Dilg, Chair, Photography Department, New York Film Academy The last fifteen years have been giddy ones for photographic hardware and software manufacturers. The acceleration of affordable, high equality…

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Screenwriters To Look Out For In 2014 And Beyond
May 28, 2014 | Film

Screenwriters To Look Out For In 2014 And Beyond

Let’s just get this out of the way: screenwriting is no easy field to break into. Sure, one could argue that holds true for any role in film and TV,…

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Dance Fitness: Three "Get Fit Quick" Methods To Avoid
May 28, 2014 | Film

Dance Fitness: Three "Get Fit Quick" Methods To Avoid

Author: Michelle Potterf, Chair, Dance Department, New York Film Academy There are no short cuts to losing weight or toning your body. Dancers are always looking for ways to improve their…

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Musical Theatre And The Hollywood Inspiration
May 28, 2014 | Film

Musical Theatre And The Hollywood Inspiration

Author: Mark Olsen, Chair, Musical Theatre Department, New York Film Academy In past eras, musical theatre trends were predominantly linked to styles of music and the vision of a few…

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The Lifeblood of Broadcast Journalism (Hint: It’s Not Technology)
May 28, 2014 | Film

The Lifeblood of Broadcast Journalism (Hint: It’s Not Technology)

Author: Bill Einreinhofer, Chair, Broadcast Journalism Department, New York Film Academy At first glance, talking about Broadcast Journalism means discussing technology. Microprocessor-based HD cameras produce stunning images. Nonlinear editing software…

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Q&A With Andrea Swift, Chair, Documentary Filmmaking, New York Film Academy
May 28, 2014 | Film

Q&A With Andrea Swift, Chair, Documentary Filmmaking, New York Film Academy

Q: What is the first lesson to learn in becoming a successful documentary filmmaker? AS: Story. Story. Story. Tell a good story well—and cinematically—and the film world is your oyster….

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