What's your Filmmaker Archetype?

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Quiz Questions

1.
How well can you handle a DSLR camera?
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- A.
  Um, total beginner—I'm not even sure what a DSLR is!?!
- B.
  Beginner, buuuut I've used a DSLR for photography and a little bit of video.
- C.
  I'm pretty good with a DSLR, but I don't know how the hell to make a cohesive film.
- D.
  I'm awesome with a DSLR, but don't ask me to run sound or create a story from start to finish solo.
- E.
  I'm a DSLR savant ready to shoot a feature...if only I had the cash!
2.
Sunday. Bowl of popcorn. You’ve got the house to yourself. What do you watch?
- A.
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  Heartfelt Doc
- B.
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  Action-packed adventure
- C.
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  Nature Doc
- D.
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  YouTube
- E.
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  Juicy drama
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  Comedy
3.
A genie grants you one filmmaking wish, what do you choose?
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  Make a documentary feature about a topic that gets you riled up.
- B.
  Plan an epic adventure, take your friends and a small crew, and document the whole thing.
- C.
  Write and direct that feature film you've been thinking about forever.
- D.
  Quit your job and start filming your YouTube show, already!
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Which picture best reflects your IDEAL subject matter?
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  Interview
- B.
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  Adventure Shoots
- C.
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  YouTube Tutorial
- D.
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  Wedding
- E.
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  Dramatic Narrative
- F.
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  Brand or Small Biz Video
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  YouTube Podcast
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  Documentary
5.
If you could make money doing ONE of these things, which would it be?
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- A.
  Making a feature film that represents people who rarely get a voice on the big screen.
- B.
  Interviewing fascinating people. What, you can get paid for that!?
- C.
  Documenting a protest against oil companies in the Amazon.
- D.
  Sharing your knowledge with the world through video!
6.
Which of these skills would you most like to master?
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  Filming a multi-person dramatic scene.
- B.
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  How to tell stories with moving images.
- C.
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  Shooting action sequences.
- D.
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  Video tutorials that are engaging.
7.
Take a look at these camera set ups. Which one makes your heart skip a beat?
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  DSLR on sticks
- B.
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  Light-weight mirrorless with rig
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  Cinema camera on a tripod
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  Epic hand-held rig
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  Solo interview set up
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  Light-weight camera with Gorrillapod
8.
You have 2 days and $1000, what kind of film/video do you make?
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  Super short action-packed travel video.
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  A tutorial for one of your favourite DIY projects or crafts.
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  The story of an inspiring person.
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  A short drama or comedy.

Quiz Outcomes

1.
You're a Classic Documentarian
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Yes, my friend! You've got the storytelling goods. You'd love to tell stories that change the world in some small way. You know that the people who make the culture change the culture, and this world is in need of some change. You're skilled at listening to people, empathizing, and seeing perspectives other than your own. You love to dig deep into topics, and you're inquisitive by nature.You believe in yourself. On some level. You know that you've got what it takes. But there's always something that gets in the way.Well, you don't know me, but I've been in your shoes.From seeing how far I've come in the past few year—from total beginner to pro—I know that you can do this too. My first few films were hilarious. But over time, I got better. Now I'm a solo filmmaker and I get paid to do what I love.That's what I want for you.If you love the idea of making films, making docs, and getting paid to do what you love, then I hope you go for it.Now is one of the best times in history to become a documentary filmmaker. The technology is accessible and people are craving stories.Next up...I give away a lot of free stuff. You just have to be on my email list, and you'll get a free mini course and useful, inspiring filmmaking emails twice per month. So if you haven't signed up to get on my email list, make sure you do that. There will be a link on the next page.So now for bonus time! Click the link below to find out what gear is best for you:
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You're a Run & Gun Renegade
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You're on the go, full of energy (some people might say too much energy, but they're wrong!) ready to go, ready to roll up your sleeves and get things done.You're the ultimate fast-paced storyteller. You want to capture life in motion! You want your films to be full of energy, and life, and that feeling you get when a moment unfolds and you can barely believe your eyes. The world if FULL of stories that need to be told by someone with the skills and speed to capture life in its rawest form. That's you.Bonus Time! Click the link below to find the exact gear that'll get you started + how I got paid to learn filmmaking.P.S. Not sure if you know this..but run-and-gun shooters are the most in-demand video creatives right now. So you're in an awesome position. Most people want to become big-screen filmmakers but aren't willing to get their hands dirty. But if you're willing to put in the groundwork and do video projects, corporate gigs, short films, the works, you can definitely make a career out of this.
3.
You're a Big Screen Sage
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You're ready to take on the big screen!Since you were a kid, you've stared up at that screen, bright with moving images and larger-than-life characters and wondered what it would be like to see your own work up there.You're more passionate about storytelling than anything else, and you want to change the world by telling the stories that need to be seen and heard. You're so sick of seeing the same damn stories made by the same damn people, and you'd love to be part of a storytelling revolution that brings to life more than just one or two viewpoints. The world needs more storytellers with passion and purpose.We need greater diversity on screen and behind the camera. So whatever your background, I hope you keep going for this dream. There's no doubt that it's going to be hard. But the greatest journeys are the ones with the most hardship. I wish you all the best as you find your way. Stick with it! I know you can do it.How do I know that? Well if your desire is strong enough, you'll find a way.Passion.Persistence.Patience.Those three things will serve you well on your journey.This is a long game. But if you're in it for life, then you CAN do it.Now for some bonus stuff! Click the link below to find out the exact gear and process I'd recommmend for you + how you could get paid to learn filmmaking.
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You're a YouTube Rising Star
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YES! You're ready to take on the small screen—the YouTube screen to be exact. You have a passion for sharing your passions.You'd love to share your knowledge and experiences with people who are just like you. Whether you've got a passion for designing books or taking photos or creating leather wallets, you know that people can learn something valuable from you.Let's not pretend that YouTube is an easy path—because it's not.It's really not. But if you have passion, persistence, and some strategy you can definitely build an audience. We are in a time where people want to learn their niche hobbies from people that they relate to. It's definitely not too late to start a YouTube channel. That's a bit like saying it's too late to make a TV show or write a book or paint a painting. Doesn't make sense! There's a huge audience for YouTube videos. Now is your time!Click the link below to find out the exact gear that is perfect for you to get started.