Back to School: 43 Needs and Wants for Film School
Attending film school is an exciting experience, but it requires a lot of preparation! When it comes time to attend film school, there are countless items you need and want to make the most of your time there. Some of these items may be standard back-to-school gear while others may or may not be part of the official school list. Either way, having these items on hand as you get ready to go back to school and making films will make it so much easier.
School Supplies
You can’t make a great movie without the right equipment! Having the right school supplies for film school is key:
- Notebooks
- Writing and drawing utensils
- Calculator
- Instructions
- Laptop
- Headphones and MP3 player
- External Hard Drive
- Film Books
- Scripts
High-Tech Gear
You can’t make a great movie without the right camera either! Make sure you have the right high-tech gear to really make your film stand out:
- DSLR Camera
- Lighting Equipment
- Camera Stabilizer
- Graphics & Editing Software
- Microphone/Recorder
- Tripod
- Action Camera
- Mic Stand/ Boom Pole
- Slider
- Portable Speakers
Miscellaneous Items
In order to make a great film, you’ll need some additional items as well. From snacks to clothes to props, these miscellaneous items will be great for bringing some fun and creativity to your film projects:
- Costumes & Props
- Actors & Crew
- Snacks & Beverages
- Comfortable Clothes
- Portable Table & Chairs
- Tapes & Adhesives
- Scissors & Tape Measures
- Cable & Extension Cords
- Walkie Talkies
- Gaffer Tape
Getting the items on this list is the first step to making a great movie! With these items, you can get creative, have fun and make the movie of your dreams. Good luck in film school!
