Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. This is an online film school with an attached private community for discussion and support.

The training is self-paced. You'll actually write and direct your own film during the training! And our school is designed to support the natural progression of working on a film from development through post production. So it just depends on how much time you have on a daily basis.

Yes. You can't learn the craft of filmmaking without hands-on instruction. This is why the Write & Direct film school has a recommended gear list that we use during the training. And the exciting news? When you learn on equipment you own, you're ready to continue making films vs the traditional film school route where you lose access to everything after graduation. This is such an important topic we address it on our blog.

You will learn everything needed to begin making movies. From understanding story, to pre-production tasks, production and crucial post production skills like editing, sound design and color grading. This is granular instruction designed in a unique way to save you time in your pursuit of the craft.

No. The entertainment industry doesn't work that way. What you will have is a solid foundation of how to make movies the right way.

Yes. Write & Direct is designed only for aspiring directors. Even though we give hands-on instruction for all aspects of the craft from writing to operating a cinema camera to color grading, the school is designed for directors.

Great question. The ONLY way forward as a modern director is to know how to do it all. Unless of course you have about 700 million in the bank and can afford crew day rates! Directors who wait on crew end up losing years in their pursuit of the craft. Knowing how to do it all allows you to control your future as a filmmaker.

Yes. If you've never held a cinema camera, never written a script, never cut footage on a timeline...it doesn't matter. We teach you step by step in a way that makes sense. You will be blown away by what you're able to do as a new filmmaker! At the same time, this isn't just the basics. If you've worked on films or even shot your own, but want to learn more, you will be pleasantly surprised with Write & Direct.

Then you're considering the wrong profession. A little harsh, but better to know now than later. Regardless of where you attend school, the only filmmakers who stand a chance of making it in the industry are the ones with a burning passion to push through the odds. Filmmaking is not for the faint of heart. Many spend tens of thousands on film school only to give up when the reality of the business hits home. If you can't imagine doing anything else with your life, this is for you. And the private community is here to support you along the way.

This depends on the child. We typically recommend they be in their teens before taking this on. And remember the school has an attached private community they will participate in. We also have a just for parents page that might be beneficial.

Definitely. That's the purpose of the community. Write & Direct is about helping your learn the craft through post instruction and support.

Definitely. Setup a free call to discuss the details.

We have a 30-day 100% money-back guarantee. If this training isn't for you, let us know. It's that simple.

We get that! Simply schedule a free 30-minute call with the school's founder and lead instructor.