Francis - Film & cinema tutor - New York

1^st lesson free

Francis

5 (3 reviews)

Rate $85
Response 4h
Students
Number of students Francis has taught since their arrival at Superprof
2
Number of students Francis has taught since their arrival at Superprof

5 (3 reviews)

$85/h

1^st lesson free

Film & Cinema
Production
Audiovisual Media

Master Cinematography, Directing, and Visual Storytelling with an NYU Film Production Instructor

Film & Cinema
Production
Audiovisual Media

Lesson location

- At Francis's house: New York
- online
- at your home or a public place : will travel up to 20 mi. from New York

About Francis

I’m Francis, a filmmaker, cinematographer, editor, and film production instructor at NYU Tisch. My work spans fiction, documentary, commercial projects, live events, and independent films produced in the United States and Latin America.

As a filmmaker, I’m especially interested in visual storytelling, natural performances, documentary approaches, and finding the right cinematic language for each project. I’ve worked professionally as a director, director of photography, camera operator, producer, and editor, which allows me to understand the full filmmaking process from the first idea through the final cut.

At NYU, I advise students as they develop, prepare, shoot, and complete their films. I enjoy helping filmmakers clarify what they want to communicate, work through creative and technical problems, and make stronger choices with the resources available to them.

I work with students at different experience levels and adapt my teaching to their goals, interests, and individual projects.

About the lesson

My name is Francis, and I teach filmmaking through the practical process of developing, shooting, and editing real projects. I focus on how story, performance, composition, lighting, sound, and camera movement work together.

I teach film production at NYU Tisch and work professionally as a director, cinematographer, camera operator, and editor across fiction, documentary, commercial, and live-event production.

A typical lesson is built around your goals. We may review footage, break down a scene, develop a visual approach, plan a shoot, solve camera or lighting problems, or work through an edit. Lessons can cover cinematography, directing, documentary filmmaking, working with actors and non-actors, improv and scripted, production planning, sound, Adobe Premiere Pro, film-school portfolios, and feedback on works in progress.

My approach is direct, practical, and personalized. I help students understand why a creative choice works, solve production problems, and develop a visual language of their own.

Lessons are suitable for beginners, film students, college applicants, independent filmmakers, and working professionals looking for detailed project feedback.

Review

All of our reviews are collected by us and are 100% reliable. They correspond to a real experience lived by students with Francis.

5 (3 reviews)

O

Oz
- 5
Perfect! Expert level teaching! Made me feel comfortable and ready to learn more! This will definitely be an exciting jounrey which I look forward to!
See the response from Francis Read more Read more

O

Oz

Perfect! Expert level teaching! Made me feel comfortable and ready to learn more! This will definitely be an exciting jounrey which I look forward to!

Francis's response
Enthusiastic student with a clear goal, eager to learn and be challenged! Looking forward to seeing Oz's progress. :)
- Francis's response :
  Enthusiastic student with a clear goal, eager to learn and be challenged! Looking forward to seeing Oz's progress. :)
View more reviews

Recommendations

Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher

A

Aaron

Francis is a consummate and passionate professional. A creative and pragmatic mind that brings magic to any set they are on. I've worked with him on projects ranging from vertical short films to music videos, and they always deliver and elevate the piece.
Read more

A
Aaron
Francis is a consummate and passionate professional. A creative and pragmatic mind that brings magic to any set they are on. I've worked with him on projects ranging from vertical short films to music videos, and they always deliver and elevate the piece.
Z

Zhen

Francis has a real gift for breaking down technical filmmaking stuff in a way that just clicks. As a director, producer, and cinematographer and many more, he just brings genuine, hands on wisdom. The guy just gets cinema. I always go to him with so many question marks in mind but leave with confidence and ease.
Read more

Z
Zhen
Francis has a real gift for breaking down technical filmmaking stuff in a way that just clicks. As a director, producer, and cinematographer and many more, he just brings genuine, hands on wisdom. The guy just gets cinema. I always go to him with so many question marks in mind but leave with confidence and ease.
View more recommendations

Rates

Rate

Pack rates

5h: $400
10h: $750

free lessons

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

30mins

online

$70/h

Details

Lessons tailored to your goals, covering cinematography, camera operation, lighting, visual storytelling, and film production. Online: $70/hr. In-person: $85/hr. Hands-on sessions with equipment available upon request. Travel fees may apply.

Master Cinematography, Directing, and Visual Storytelling with an NYU Film Production Instructor

Lesson location

Recommended

About Francis

About the lesson

Review

Recommendations

Rates

Rate

Pack rates

free lessons

online

Details

Other tutors in Film & Cinema

Graduate of tisch school of arts with mfa in film & tv, i will be delighted to teach you screenwriting, film aesthetics & history and how to make a short film that will take you places. i can also hel

Cinematographer with a decade of experience in filmmaking, photography, video, and lighting from a cinematic perspective.

Nyu film graduate, films screened at big apple, mount vernon, chelsea, first run festival. awards include best comedy, best editing, best episodic.

Award-winning writer/director teaches filmmaking. with a bfa in film production, jacob is happy to provide professional coaching, critique, and support for filmmaking

Experienced tutor in film & cinema in new york, cheyenne offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Fearless film coach | award-winning director + afi cinematographer + nyu tisch grad * 20+ yrs experience * teaching production, hands-on camera work & technical prep, plus directing, self-tapes, on-ca

Parsons school of design professor gives film production and film history lessons for undergraduates and enthusiasts in new york city

Dr of creative arts in media, 5x webby award nominated, hall of fame inducted in media production

Let me help you tell your story! columbia mfa film graduate, slamdance alum, professional film instructor

Graduate and professor at multiple universities teaches all aspects of creative writing.

Serene bilal- photographer and videographer. want to teach kids how to film and edit videos and pictures .

Write unforgettable stories for cinema or tv! unlock your potential, and learn how to write naturally with an experienced teacher!

Bfa with honors in film, and over 15 years of professional experience.

Graduate from the cypher one conservatory! tailored to individual skill level (beginner to advanced seasoned professional)

Video producer, director, cinematographer, and alumnus from nyu’s graduate film program teaches all things video production, from pre-pro through post. happy to customize lessons to your area of inter

Columbia university graduate, editor, and screenwriter teaches screenwriting, film studies, and film production.

Hwood vet offers mfa lvl fiction/scrnwrtng tutorial. award (gotham/ifp, disney, ralph lauren) winning writer/director/producer on a mission to educate writers & content creators (frmr collabs include:

Sundance award-winning producer + script doctor/screenwriter + award-winning director 20+ yrs experience teaches writing for musicals, memoirs and screen, acting, crowdfunding, navigating hollywood

Acting, dramatic reading and interpretation from the basics to more advanced text study and performance preparation

An accomplished industry professional with a rich background spanning over 10 years. she excels as a filmmaker, photographer, and journalist. her expertise encompasses featured films, short films, com

Master Cinematography, Directing, and Visual Storytelling with an NYU Film Production Instructor

Lesson location

Recommended

About Francis

About the lesson

Review

Recommendations

Rates

Rate

Pack rates

free lessons

online

Details

Other tutors in Film & Cinema

Graduate of tisch school of arts with mfa in film & tv, i will be delighted to teach you screenwriting, film aesthetics & history and how to make a short film that will take you places. i can also hel

Cinematographer with a decade of experience in filmmaking, photography, video, and lighting from a cinematic perspective.

Nyu film graduate, films screened at big apple, mount vernon, chelsea, first run festival. awards include best comedy, best editing, best episodic.

Award-winning writer/director teaches filmmaking. with a bfa in film production, jacob is happy to provide professional coaching, critique, and support for filmmaking

Experienced tutor in film & cinema in new york, cheyenne offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Fearless film coach | award-winning director + afi cinematographer + nyu tisch grad * 20+ yrs experience * teaching production, hands-on camera work & technical prep, plus directing, self-tapes, on-ca

Parsons school of design professor gives film production and film history lessons for undergraduates and enthusiasts in new york city

Dr of creative arts in media, 5x webby award nominated, hall of fame inducted in media production

Let me help you tell your story! columbia mfa film graduate, slamdance alum, professional film instructor

Graduate and professor at multiple universities teaches all aspects of creative writing.

Serene bilal- photographer and videographer. want to teach kids how to film and edit videos and pictures .

Write unforgettable stories for cinema or tv! unlock your potential, and learn how to write naturally with an experienced teacher!

Bfa with honors in film, and over 15 years of professional experience.

Graduate from the cypher one conservatory! tailored to individual skill level (beginner to advanced seasoned professional)

Video producer, director, cinematographer, and alumnus from nyu’s graduate film program teaches all things video production, from pre-pro through post. happy to customize lessons to your area of inter

Columbia university graduate, editor, and screenwriter teaches screenwriting, film studies, and film production.

Hwood vet offers mfa lvl fiction/scrnwrtng tutorial. award (gotham/ifp, disney, ralph lauren) winning writer/director/producer on a mission to educate writers & content creators (frmr collabs include:

Sundance award-winning producer + script doctor/screenwriter + award-winning director *20+ yrs experience *teaches writing for musicals, memoirs and screen, acting, crowdfunding, navigating hollywood

Acting, dramatic reading and interpretation from the basics to more advanced text study and performance preparation

An accomplished industry professional with a rich background spanning over 10 years. she excels as a filmmaker, photographer, and journalist. her expertise encompasses featured films, short films, com

Share

Verified degree

levels

All languages in which the lesson is available

Review

Évaluations

Recommendations

free lessons

Report this posting

Sundance award-winning producer + script doctor/screenwriter + award-winning director 20+ yrs experience teaches writing for musicals, memoirs and screen, acting, crowdfunding, navigating hollywood