As a No-Budget Filmmaker, your job doesn't stop once the final edit is done, you need peepers to see your hard work! How do you go about marketing your film to make sure the maximum number of people not only know about it but can't wait to see

NBF 061: Mastering the Interview Shoot

Nov 24th, 2020 49m 45s

Interview style shoots can be seen across a wide range of projects. And they aren't just for documentaries or reality shows... In this episode, Alex and Trevor discuss why mastering the interview shoot is a good move for beginning (and even int

NBF 060: Navigating The Film Challenges

Nov 17th, 2020 46m 19s

Many of us have done the 24, 48, or 100-hour film challenges, but what are some ways you can master the art of making shorts under pressure? We talk about it in this episode!

NBF 059: Brand Yourself!

Nov 3rd, 2020 59m 54s

Branding is an important part of any business, and your brand as a filmmaker is no different. In this episode, Alex and Trevor discuss things to think about when creating your own personal or professional brand.

NBF 058: The Rise of Premium VOD

Oct 13th, 2020 59m 25s

With the term "blockbusters" taking on a new form during quarantine, are we going to see a rise in this new PVOD window that is emerging from major studios like Universal and Disney?

NBF 057: Building an Audience for Broader Projects

Oct 6th, 2020 1h 1m

We've all heard the advice of building an audience. This is pretty straight forward for things like documentaries or films that center around a very specific niche topic, but what about all the other movies that aren't "topical"? In this episod

NBF 056: Short-Form & The Death Of Quibi

Sep 29th, 2020 48m 29s

Have you ever heard of Quibi? You have? Did you try it? No. In this episode, we discuss short-form content in all its varieties as well as broach the subject of why Quibi failed.Get the show notes for this, and all episodes, at https://nbf.fi

NBF 055: Get A Grip!

Sep 22nd, 2020 49m 11s

It's time to get a grip on... grip! That's right, Alex and Trevor are exploring the vast world of grip gear in this episode and uncovering some of the most common and most useful grip tools you'll come across on set. Get the show notes for this

NBF 054: Avoid Making Your Movie Look Cheap

Sep 15th, 2020 1h 7m

In this episode, Alex and Trevor discuss different mistakes one should avoid, lest your movie look cheap... Ah yes, it's a common conundrum. No-budget filmmakers want to spend as little as possible while making the movie look as big as possible

NBF 053: Current Trends in Filmmaking

Sep 8th, 2020 53m 8s

Alex and Trevor discuss some of the trends that are currently popping up in the film industry. Everything from Instagram to Gimbals, nothing is sacred. Get the show notes for this, and all episodes, at https://www.nobudgetfilmmaking.com

NBF 052: 3 Things We Would've Done Differently

Sep 1st, 2020 40m

There's no time to wallow in past mistakes, but hey, we're quarantining, so all we've got is time! Listen to Alex and Trevor discuss the 3 things that they would've done differently on their filmmaking journey, had they known better.You can g

NBF 051: Augment Your Reality

Aug 25th, 2020 49m 43s

In this episode, Alex and Trevor discuss the latest and greatest in Augmented Reality for film production. We've seen it in the hit series "The Mandalorian", but how can you utilize these advanced techniques in your indie films?Get the show n

NBF 050: NBF Returns - The Future of the Film Industry and this Podcast

Aug 18th, 2020 41m 21s

Alex and Trevor discuss where they've been, why they went on a hiatus from the show, and how things have changed now that they are back. They also discuss the future of the film industry in a post-COVID world and how movie theaters, VOD platfor

NBF 049: SELL SELL SELL!!!!!!! Your Movie

Apr 23rd, 2019 1h 40m

NBF 048: I Like To Move It, Move It - Creating Movement In Your Frame

Apr 16th, 2019 1h 23m

There is nothing worth than a static shot of talking heads, so how can you take a mundane scene or shot and add a little spice? By adding movement! Whether it is moving your camera or moving your actors, Alex and Trevor break down how to keep y

NBF 048: I Like To Move It, Move It - Creating Movement In Your Frame

Apr 16th, 2019 1h 23m

There is nothing worse than a static shot of talking heads, so how can you take a mundane scene or shot and add a little spice? By adding movement! Whether it is moving your camera or moving your actors, Alex and Trevor break down how to keep y

NBF 047: The Joy of Casting (With Bob Ross)

Apr 4th, 2019 1h 16m

Directors often say that the most important work they do is casting, so how do you find the perfect actors for your project. Alex and Trevor break down all the different ways you can discover the next movie star and talk about how the casting p

NBF 047: The Joy of Casting (With Bob Ross)

Apr 4th, 2019 1h 16m

NBF 046: A Brief Update and a Question for our Listeners

Mar 28th, 2019 27m 16s

This episode is LATE! And it's not a true blue episode... But, today, Alex and Trevor give a brief update into what they are doing, why this episode is so lame, and ask the listeners to submit their filmmaking questions and ideas for future pod

NBF 046: A Brief Update and a Question for our Listeners

Mar 28th, 2019 27m 14s

NBF 045: Why (Most) Horror Movies Suck

Mar 19th, 2019 1h 29m

Self describe horror movie freaks Alex and Trevor break down what they view as the biggest problems with horror movies these days. Damsel in distress? Cheesy killer? What do many horror films fall victim (get it?) to? But don't fear, the horror

NBF 045: Why (Most) Horror Movies Suck

Mar 19th, 2019 1h 28m

NBF 044: Nerdin' Out About Post Equipment

Mar 12th, 2019 1h 37m

So you have the best camera you could afford, all the equipment, have shot the best project of your life, and are about to sit down and edit it......on an Acer laptop from 2010. Time for a post-production workflow UPGRADE! Alex and Trevor nerd

NBF 044: Nerdin' Out About Post Equipment

Mar 12th, 2019 1h 36m

NBF 043: The Theory of Everything...Filmmaking Related

Mar 5th, 2019 56m 6s

They've done many, many episodes - too many, some would say - on thtechnicalal aspects of filmmaking. Well today, Alex and Trevor are going in a different direction and talking about the theory behind film and why you should spend the time to l