(6 MISTAKES) When Filming A Sizzle Reel...

Compelling sizzle reels and trailers are so crucial for getting your film seen. In this video we break down the elements of successful sizzle reels, work through a case study I filmed, and go over 6 of the most common mistakes filmmakers make when creating them. Hope you enjoy!
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⌚️Timestamps:
:39 - What Is A Sizzle?
2:05 - Sizzle Reel Case Study
5:55 - Not Communicating Stakes
7:14 - Slow & Redundant Shots
8:22 - Don't Have A Plan
9:26 - Not Narrowing Your Focus
10:14 - Disregarding Sound Design
11:26 - The Pacing Is Flat
13:37 - Bonus Tip
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[@micahcrews]

This is excellent. Getting this type of content is so good. Thank you so much.

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@@micahcrews thanks for watching! So glad you got value from it 🙏

[@alexusmee]

SO much clarity! Great video. Thank you.

[@austinmeyerfilms]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@amandamccreight]

Great! Thanks for this was super helpful and clear.

[@austinmeyerfilms]

Thanks for watching!

[@shamiksanyaldop]

Nice man. Would love to see more videos on pre-production and pitching and writing maybe. Keep going. 🤚

[@austinmeyerfilms]

Thank you! Really appreciate it.

[@CorinnaAtHome]

I enjoy documentary films, so I think that's why your video was recommended to me. I don't want to make sizzles or trailers or documentaries, but you are well spoken, engaging, and the video is beautifully edited. I watched til the end and enjoyed the whole thing.

[@austinmeyerfilms]

Thanks for checking out the video! Really appreciate it. Any favorite docs that you saw in 2023?