Creative Network Profile: Documentors

Although most of our Zooppers are creative ad makers, every once in a while a great opportunity to do a documentary film or piece arises. Then what? You're not trained in the art of documentary filmmaking. Sure you could say you don't need it, but to form a story around facts and interviews is hard work, especially with no prior training. That's where the folks at Documentors comes in. DocuMentors is an online documentary filmmaking resource rich with tools, support Read more [...]

Creative Network Profile: Idyllwild Arts Academy

As a creative, I know that I'm always asked to give advice to young, aspiring filmmakers and journalists. I know that you all, whatever your medium may be, also encounter this. Imagine how crazy it would be if instead of attending a traditional high school, we went to a boarding school for the arts? Well, the Idyllwild Arts Academy is just that. Idyllwild is a close-knit, working community of students and teachers whose passion for the arts is balanced Read more [...]

Congratulations to USC’s School of Cinematic Arts!

Congratulations to USC's School of Cinematic Arts who was just ranked #1 on the Hollywood Reporters annual ranking of the "Top 25 Film Schools" in the world! It is no surprise that they claimed the top spot--boasting famous alumni as George Lucas, Ron Howard, and Jon Landau. We are beyond thrilled to welcome USC as the newest member to our Creative Network! For all you who want to follow in George Lucas' famous footsteps--applications for the Spring 2013 Graduate Read more [...]

Welcome Sydney Film School!

  G'day Zooppers! We are very excited to announce that we've added the prestigious Sydney Film School to our Creative Network. If you live in Australia or want to go to film school in Australia (yes, please!) check-out this wonderful program. Here is some more info if you are interested: The Sydney Film School is a premier creative institute for emerging filmmakers, specialising in both 16mm and digital film training. The Sydney Film School offers: 1. Read more [...]

Eco-Comedy Video Competition!

Our newest addition to the Creative Network-The Center for Environmental Filmmaking at American University is sponsoring a really cool competition, with $1,000 up for grabs! GUIDELINES The contest is open to anyone who prepares a short, funny video for YouTube, which communicates a clear message about clean energy and/or green jobs. Submissions must: Be humorous! Address the issue of clean energy and/or green jobs. Reach a broad audience beyond just environmentalists. Be Read more [...]