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SMART FILM 101
 

HOW TO MAKE FILMS 
USING A SMARTPHONE

Brought to you by Multi Award Winning Filmmaker and Mobile Cinematographer 

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Award for mobiel filmmaking
Cassius Rayner Best Director for short film using smartphones
Best mobile film winner Cassius Rayner
US award for mobile film by Cassius Rayner

'Cassius has received 14 International Film Awards for films shot using mobiles'.

'He is listed in the top ten mobile filmmakers in the world along side the legend Hollywood director Steven Soderberg'.

'Cassius launched the first mobile filmmaking training camp in the Democratic Republic of Congo - Africa'.

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YOUR TRAINER

Cassius Rayner

I'm Cassius Rayner. I have been making films for more than 20 years. I was a director and camera operator for many years working on a variety of productions for Sky, ABC, PBS, FilmFour and Channel 4, BBC 2, Meridian News and various digital channels. Since 2014 I have dedicated my professional career to mobile filmmaking and have been fortunate to work with leaders in this field including Filmic Pro, Apple, Sony and Zhiyun. I have produced documentaries, drama and music videos, winning 14 International Film Awards and I've gained extensive experience working on locations in Africa, South America, China, Hong Kong and Europe.

TESTIMONIALS
 

"If you are a passionate filmmaker and struggling to produce your own film then this is the course for you. Cassius gives such informative lessons and spreading his knowledge across the globe"

Tejaswi Singh - Filmmaker - Completed the SMART FILM 101 course.

“You have been such an inspiration. You have shown that you can be creative with little or no equipment."

IAN TUMILTY / OPERATIONS DIRECTOR / VETERANS HQ LIVERPOOL

great cinematography with such minimalist gear, congrats"

Leo La Valle /Prodcuer /Associated Press TV

“Check out this awesome anamorphic video by Cassius Rayner. Absolutely stunning work! He’s well worth subscribing to, if you aren’t already."

RICHARD LACKEY | REGIONAL MANAGER | FUJI FILM

“Noted mobile moviemaker Cassius Rayner has been documenting life in London in the Covid-19 era. Rayner’s cinematic mastery elevates this mini-doc"

MOBILE MOVIEMAKING | MAGAZINE | CANADA

“ScreenSpace tutor and award-winning Smartphone filmmaker Cassius Rayner wins award for Best Music Video at the recent Virgin Spring Cinefest.Cassius has been an inspiration to our BA HONS students and his work is a great example of how you can work with smartphones and deliver a creative idea in a new and innovative way"

LISETTE JOHNSTON | HEAD OF SCREENSPACE | MET FILM SCHOOL 

If you want to create a cinematic short film using your smartphone and begin your journey as a mobile filmmaker, then this is the course for you.
 

SMART FILM 101 with Cassius Rayner

£49

£39

Who is this course for ?

  • You are an aspiring smartphone filmmaker but don't know where to begin.

  • You have already made a film but unhappy with the results.

  • You want to tell stories through narrative and develop your skills in cinematic filming using a smartphone.

  • You have never filmed before but are serious in wanting to learn, develop and complete a short film.

JUST SOME ASPECTS OF WHAT'S IN THE COURSE

GETTING STARTED

​Understanding the world of smartphone filmmaking, the films, productions and technology 

KNOWING THE LENS ON YOUR PHONE

In-depth look at all the functions and behaviour of the lenses on your phone - what they can do and can't do. Creative solutions and insights. 

LEARNING BLACKMAGIC CAMERA APP

Demonstrations, settings, best practise and complete guide to the functions and what you need to know.

HOW TO SHOOT SEQUENCES 

Complete guide to shooting a sequence and using shot sizes. 

IDEAS / STORY

Using methods, templates designed by the trainer. Putting together a visually structured short film.

MAKING THE FILM

A series of video tutorials gudiing you through every step of shooting the film on location. 

THE COURSE
 

Smart Film 101 courses

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VIDEO TUTORIALS

Step by step video series on every aspect of filming a short film, using black magic camera app and native camera app. Special insights into Cassius's work flow. From concept to completion. Developing ideas, and visual structure. All aspects of filming and editing. Lots of downloadable files full of essential content and guidance.

Take a look at some of Cassius's work in mobile production.

How do I know if this is the course for me?

If you want to explore the potential of using smartphones to make a film, want to build your portfolio or need help to kickstart your ideas, then this is 100% the course for you.

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INTERESTED BUT NEED MORE TIME?
Register here and get the latest updates on the course and future courses launching in 2025.

WHAT'S HOLDING YOU BACK FROM MAKING YOUR FILM ?

smart film 101 smartphone filmmaking
mobile filmmaking with Cassius Rayner
smart film 101 extra resources

£49

£25

More about Cassius's work in 2022 in Africa.

The Project in 2022 was sponsored by Filmic Pro Inc, Sony Xperia, Zhiyun and Sennheiser 

cosy speed supports mobile filmmaking
Cassius Rayner filming with Sony Xperia
Zhiyun gimbals
Sennheiser supports Cassius Rayner mobile filmmaking
Cassius Rayner worked with Filmic Pro
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