Jose - Film & cinema tutor - Los Angeles
1st lesson free
Jose - Film & cinema tutor - Los Angeles

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Jose

  • Rate $60
  • Response 11h
  • Students

    Number of students Jose has taught since their arrival at Superprof

    1

    Number of students Jose has taught since their arrival at Superprof

Jose - Film & cinema tutor - Los Angeles
  • 5 (2 reviews)

$60/h

1st lesson free

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1st lesson free

1st lesson free

  • Film & Cinema
  • Production
  • Scriptwriting for Film
  • Audiovisual Media
  • Scriptwriting for Television

Award-winning filmmaker teaches directing, cinematography, and storytelling with 20+ years of global experience

  • Film & Cinema
  • Production
  • Scriptwriting for Film
  • Audiovisual Media
  • Scriptwriting for Television

Lesson location

Recommended

Jose is a respected tutor in our community. They have been highly recommended for their commitment and the quality of their lessons — an excellent choice to progress with confidence.

About Jose

I’m Jose Zambrano Cassella, an award-winning director, cinematographer, and editor with over 20 years of professional experience. I’ve directed feature films, shot more than 2,000 international commercials, and worked with global brands like Apple and Nike. Beyond the big sets, I’m passionate about mentoring and helping others grow as storytellers. I know what it’s like to start with limited resources and build a career step by step. My approach is practical, creative, and supportive, giving students the tools and confidence to tell their own stories with clarity and cinematic impact.

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About the lesson

  • All Levels
  • English

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

My lessons are about real-world filmmaking, taught by someone who has lived it on sets worldwide. Each session starts with your goals, whether it’s mastering camera technique, sharpening storytelling, or learning how to direct with confidence.

You’ll discover how framing, light, and movement shape emotion, and how to apply those tools to any project, from shorts to commercials to social content. We’ll break down scenes I’ve directed and shot, then turn those techniques into exercises for your own work.

What sets me apart is that I guide you through the full pipeline: idea, shoot, and edit. You’ll leave with more than technical skills — you’ll gain a filmmaker’s mindset, able to think, see, and create like a storyteller.

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Rates

Rate

  • $60

Pack rates

  • 5h: $300
  • 10h: $600

online

  • $60/h

free lessons

This first lesson offered with Jose will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

  • 1hr

Details

CLASSES

1. FOUNDATION (First Session)

Assess student’s goals: hobbyist, film student, or content creator

Practical, cinematic, real-world insights tailored to their level

Basics of visual storytelling: framing, light, story beats

2. CINEMATIC STORYTELLING ESSENTIALS

How to tell a story visually (show, don’t tell)

The language of the camera: shots, movement, composition

Case studies from my films and commercials

3. DIRECTING

Communicating vision clearly

Directing actors vs. real people

Keeping creative control under pressure

4. CINEMATOGRAPHY BASICS

Lighting setups for different moods

Camera movement and emotional impact

Shooting cinematic footage on any budget

5. EDITING & PACING

Structuring a scene for maximum impact

Rhythm, pacing, and emotional beats

Editing for both film and modern platforms

6. BRANDED CONTENT AND FORMATS

Crafting thumb-stopping visuals for vertical/short-form

Adapting cinematic storytelling to fast digital pacing

Case studies: applying commercial techniques to TikTok/IG/YT

7. STUDENT PROJECT

Student develops their own short project

Guided through pre-production, shooting approach, and editing

Finishes with a polished piece ready to showcase

TIP FOR STUDENTS

All lessons are customized to your goals, with real examples from professional films and commercials. No extra materials or classroom costs — everything can be done online with your existing equipment or even just a smartphone if you’re starting out.

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