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Self Filmmaker Society

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Welcome to 2 Min Tutorials
I created this thread for those of you who want quick, straight to the point tutorial videos. Each one will focus on one thing at a time. No fluff, just simple breakdowns you can follow and apply. I’ll try my best to keep the tutorials under 2 minutes... but no guarantees hahaha. If you see an effect or technique you want explained, drop it in the community. I’ll make a specific tutorial for it. And remember, this community is all about practice.Watching is great, but doing is better. After you watch a tutorial, go try it out and post your results in the Share Your Work thread. Let’s grow through action. Let’s get to it 🎥
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1 like • Jul 17
@Saif AmeenThis looks really cool! I'm going to give it a try and share my results once I'm finished.
What Gear Do You Guys Use?
Camera - lens - lighting - everythinggggg
3 likes • Jul 15
🫣I have a Sony A7C camera with a Sony G 24-105mm lens and DJI microphones.
2 likes • Jul 15
@Saif Ameen Thanks! I’ve been trying to step it up. I still need to improve my lighting setup though—since I film indoors mostly, I’ve been experimenting with lighting in every corner to see what works best 🙂 I currently have an Aputure light, which is great but huge and sometimes gets in the way. Lately, I’ve been looking into more practical LED battery-operated lights to make things easier and more flexible.
Update!
Just an update, I’m working on my most requested course. It will cover everything from the planning stage (3 rules I use when scripting any story) to filming, putting the shots together, . You will be able to go viral with your work from following the techniques taught in this course. Can’t wait to share it with you! In about 1 week I will be releasing that course and then will do an official launch for my community! On all my social platforms. So expect to see a lot of new members join. You guys in here are the founders. Thank you so much for helping me start this community it means a lot to me! Will also be doing a GIVEAWAY soon for my community members !
1 like • Jul 15
Wow, this is amazing news! I’ve been waiting for something like this, and I already know it’s going to be a game-changer. The fact that you’re breaking down the process from scripting to filming and editing — and showing us how to go viral — is next level. I’m locked in and can’t wait for the official launch. Thank you for pouring into us like this — you’re really building something special. Also 👀 that giveaway?? Count me in! Let’s goooo 🙌
Today’s post is abit too much 🤣
For this one I collaborated with Mike who is an actor that has been on set with actors like Vin diesel and others. Let me know what you guys think https://www.instagram.com/reel/DL7MnxUuTgz/?igsh=eDl4ZGxhNjZ4aXEw
2 likes • Jul 10
@Saif Ameen Awesome collaboration! I really love the shot composition, angles, and the lighting mood—it all came together beautifully. I’m looking forward to capturing some epic, suspenseful short trailers too. Definitely a powerful way to show clients the range of what we can do! 😅
Introduce Yourself
1. Who you are and where you're from 2. What you're most excited to learn in this community 3. Your big goal or dream as a creator or filmmaker This is the beginning of something real.Let’s build, learn, and grow together. Let’s get to work. I’ll go first. Here’s my journey Hey, I’m Saif, and I’m the one who started the Self Filmmaker Society. A few years ago, I was driving buses for a living. Same routine every day, and deep down I knew I wanted more. One day I picked up a camera and just went for it. I packed my bags and moved to California. I didn’t know anyone, had no plan, no idea what I was getting into. All I knew was that I loved capturing moments. I worked hard, took whatever jobs I could get, and slowly started meeting people in the industry. Over time, I got to work with some really big names like Ashton Hall, who’s one of the most viral creators out there right now, and Corey Calliet, Michael B. Jordan’s trainer who worked on Creed 3. I’ve filmed with a lot of high-level people, and I’m proud of that. But I started to feel like I didn’t want to be just the camera guy behind someone else’s vision. I wanted to create my own. I wanted to build something real. So in 2019, I started posting my own content. I built my brand from scratch. Today, I’ve grown to over 700,000 followers across social media, turned my passion into a career, and I’m living the life I used to dream about. It’s been a long journey, and I’m still going. My biggest goal is to one day direct and produce a film that plays in theatres, something I’m truly proud of.
1 like • Jul 8
Hey @Zaynab Alimoglu ! So glad you’re here! 🙌 I love your energy already. I’m also really looking forward to connecting with others on this journey and learning together. I think it’s awesome that you’re working on a YouTube channel—this is definitely the right place to sharpen your filmmaking and content creation skills. Can’t wait to see your work and exchange feedback as we grow in this space! Let’s make some dope stuff ✨🎬
1 like • Jul 8
Hi @Yaqub Aidara So glad you’re here—your passion really shines through. It’s amazing that you’re bringing your perspective from Senegal 🇸🇳 and committed to telling powerful African stories. That kind of vision is exactly what the world needs more of. Can’t wait to see how your journey unfolds in this space. I’m excited to learn alongside you, and I know your voice is going to make a huge impact through film. Let’s grow and create together! 🎬🌍✨
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Frankie Rene
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