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You're bold, determined, and have power leadership skills. As a director, you'd be able to get people behind a movie with a big vision and a big budget. Because you're great at delegating and you like to set powerful goals, creating a feature film on a large scale is something you could absolutely pull off. You actually have the visionary skills to produce something truly great, which is no small feat. Your other super-power? You totally thrive under pressure. In terms of storylines that move you, look to the hero's journey. You'd shine by telling a story of a human achievement, and triumphing over challenges. Above all, choose storylines where your hero has a strong goal... a goal worth rooting for. Traditionally, this kind of film is the Oscar-Winning Drama, but it could also skew to more artful or experimental film that holds a big vision. You're cut out for genres like action/adventure, drama, and biographies.Filmmakers who share your visionary style include: Peter Jackson, Steven Spielberg, Orson Welles, and Billy Wilder. Or for a more alternative directing style look to Quentin Tarantino.Here's a tip for you to feel great on set:Although leadership skills are incredibly important for a director, it's also essential for you to be a team player. Because the best films are born out of the greatest collaborations. So listen to your collaborators and ask questions. Consider taking notes from the experts you know you can trust, even if the notes seem like tough medicine. "Whether in success or in failure, I'm proud of every single movie I've directed." — Steven Spielberg Taking The HelmHere Are 3 Tips Every Filmmaker Needs to Move Forward in their Moviemaking1. Idea NotebookInspiration can strike at any moment, especially when you give yourself the space for it. Keep a small notebook in your back pocket (literally!) for daily ideas, inspirations, and images. For bonus points, try the "idea-a-day" exercise. For one month, write down a new idea for a movie every day. Sure, some of these ideas are bound to be so-so. But, writing down a new movie concept every day will also help you find new, strange, interesting, and inspiring hooks that you might not have thought about unless you gave your muse the time and attention. 2. Just Make SomethingAlways be working on something. Sure, it may take time before you can get the funding for your feature to go through. But there's no reason not to be ideating and generating. Especially with the ease of technology nowadays. Why is it important to just make films no matter what?Many aspiring directors think they have to know everything before they can direct something. But the truth about directing is that you're going to learn on set. You're going to understand what really happens in a shoot where your strengths lie, and what skills you need to develop. You also need space to make the stupid mistakes, so that when you actually have a serious project and budget behind you, you know from experience what not to do. That practical knowledge is invaluable. 3. Build Your CommunityDon't wait for fame and fortune to knock on your door. Most directors who really make it get there through hard work and cultivating their relationships. So connect with your filmmaking community. Make yourself useful to them. Show up. Go to events. Do whatever you can to grow your network and water the seeds of your relationships.If you get known for being helpful, kind, and doing good work...that reputation will serve you very well indeed. And of course, always be kind. If you operate from a space of authentic generosity, the word will get around. This quality is what sets the pros apart, because filmmaking is always a team sport. I'm Ready for My Closeup...Hello you cinematic visionary! I'm Andrea Apple, creative director, movie producer, and coach to up-and-coming filmmakers. I work with directors to help them hone their craft, jumpstart their careers, and not waste any precious time. I sharpened my skills as an agent at CAA, before falling in love with movie producing. As a producer, I've worked with iconic production companies from Focus Features to Sony Pictures Entertainment. I now teach producing at UCLA.What made me stand out as an agent and producer is my knack for hacking mindset. I know how to work with directors to get them in the zone, and keep them in the zone. It's my mission to help important directors like you trust your voice, and get your voice out there. What's my favorite movie? That quiz questions like asking me to reveal my soul to you but here goes: it's La Dolce Vita!Become the Next New WaveHere Are Some Resources to Hone Your Zone of Cinematic Genius Immediately...1. Watch my producing workshop with UCLA Film School's Graduate Directing Students. In this two-hour workshop, I share my go-to tools for independent producing. These tricks will seriously save you years of banging your head against the wall. Walk away with a strong sense of how to nail your first feature film. 2. Read my Blog: Directorial Debut. Each week, I share mindset hacks, networking tips, and unexpected ways for you to make a name for yourself as a director. Several A-list directors you may know and love swear by these techniques. 3. Follow me on Instagram. Instagram's my go-to for giving inspiration, answering your questions, and providing on the spot coaching. Every month, I feature another rising filmmaker in a hot seat session, where we talk about how they can get their work out there. Maybe the next one will be with you! 💡 Blow Up💡I hope your results are already giving you some ideas to inspire your next film. Check your inbox to get your quiz results and snag some more choice tips for your directorial development.Over the next week, I'm going to be sharing more ideas with you about how you can move forward toward your dream of making movies. At the end of the day, movies are the space of dreams. If you have a film (or many films) within you, I'm here to encourage you to go for it with all you've got. With new innovations in filmmaking and movie theaters being in jeopardy, the film industry is opening up. Nobody knows what film is going to become.🎞️ It's your time to shape the future of filmmaking 📽️