If you’ve got a kid or teen in your life that’s interested in making videos or becoming a Youtuber or Tik Tok star, there’s plenty of ways to help encourage their creative side. These gifts are picked out specifically for children who want to learn filmmaking and other cool ways of making videos. These gifts are perfect for aspiring directors, producers, screenwriters, documentary filmmakers, or digital video creators. Some gifts are fun while others are to help teach them filmmaking skills. Check them out.

Cool Gifts for Aspiring Filmmakers

1. 100 Movie Set Terms Poster

Perfect for the dorm room of a filmmaking major, this brightly colored poster features 100 movie set terms with accompanying illustrations. These terms used by professionals on film sets will help anyone looking to work on TV or Hollywood movies.

Available in three sizes: 12″ x 18″, 18″ x 24″, 24″ x 36″

2. The Movie Making Book: Skills and Projects to Learn and Share

If your elementary or junior high aged kid isn’t interested in filmmaking, this book is the perfect guide for them to up their skills. With tons of ideas and projects perfect to learn movie-making skills, your budding director just needs a smartphone or digital camera to get started.

The authors Dan Farrell and Donna Bamford run a film school for young people in London called Sparks, and this book draws on their experience. Kids can learn basic filmmaking skills like how to make basic shots and even creative angles to use. Once they’ve mastered the skills, they can try out 14 projects to help inspire them to make their own movies.

Recommended Age Group: Grades 2 to 7

3. We’ll Fix it in Post Filmmaker Mug

This phrase often uttered by filmmakers on set is always regretted in post production. When there’s a problem, we’ll fix it in post. Aspiring filmmakers will appreciate this funny mug. Include some of their favorite hot chocolate, tea, or coffee to create a nice gift bag.

Available as either a 11 oz. ceramic coffee mug.

4. Future Movie Director T-shirt

Let the aspiring filmmaker in your life display their career goals. This cool t-shirt features the title “Future Movie Director” along with a projector, film strip, popcorn, and a clapper board.

Available in men’s, women’s, and youth sizes in five colors.

5. Movie Clapper Enamel Pin

This the coolest accessory for any aspiring filmmaker’s backpack or jean jacket. This enamel pin features a modern movie clapper (SMPTE Time Code Film Slate) with a timecode. This pin has a cool feature though: it glows in the dark! Makes a fun stocking stuffer for any aspiring filmmaker.

6. Vintage Style Movie Clapboard Slate

This wooden vintage style clapper board makes a fun decoration for a dorm room or bedroom. Or your budding filmmaker can use it for their next video project. Just use chalk which will easily wipe off when they need to change the take number.

7. Movie Color Palette Poster

This gift is so much cooler than a typical movie poster. EeekPrints makes these beautiful posters featuring color palettes from movies. Each poster has a still frame from a movie, with the color swatches below. Perfect for framing or hanging on the wall as is. Movies available include Amélie, Parasite, Lady Bird, 2001: A Space Odyssey, and many more.

8. Vintage Director Megaphone

Perfect for decoration or for kid filmmakers to use on their projects. This vintage style megaphone is 13″ long and says “Director” on the side in gold letters. This fun item is made in the US.

9. Go Away, I’m Writing the Next Blockbuster Notebook

A great gift for anyone interested in writing movies or TV. The aspiring filmmaker in your life can start on their screenplay idea with this notebook. It has the warning message, “Go Away, I’m Writing the Next Blockbuster.

This spiral-bound notebook is available with ruled lines or graph paper. 120 pages.

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10. VTech Kidizoom Action Camera for Kids

If your kid is too young to have a smartphone for video making or wants to make action videos of themselves on their skateboard or hoverboard, then this is the perfect gift. Designed for kids on the go, this action cam comes with a waterproof case, three different mount types, and a wrist strap. In addition to taking regular pictures and videos, the camera can also do stop motion videos and time-lapse photos.

This action camera is meant for elementary aged kids, so if you want some more appropriate for a teen, consider these action cameras under $100.

Recommended Age Group: 4 to 9 years old

Check out more action cameras for kids.

11. Masterclass Membership

Even if your teen is too young to go to film school, they can still learn about film. With a Masterclass membership, they get unlimited access to courses on filmmaking from some of the best directors and writers in the field. Classes are led by greats like Spike Lee, Mira Nair, Ron Howard, Werner Herzog, Aaron Sorkin, Jodie Foster, David Lynch, Martin Scorsese, and more.

The courses cover the full breadth of filmmaking, from acting to screenwriting, and directing. With a subscription, they can take as many classes as they want at their own pace. A gift subscription is perfect to keep your teen busy over summer break.

12. Stopmotion Explosion: Complete HD Stop Motion Animation Kit

This kit is perfect for kids who are interested in animation or love Legos. It has everything they need to make stop motion animated video at home! Read the instruction booklet or watch the videos to learn how stop motion animation works, then use the included HD camera and software to make their own movie. They can use toys or modeling clay included in the kit to create characters to act our their stories. The software will help them edit and add audio or sound effects.

Software is compatible with Windows and Macs.

13. The Evolution of Cinema Laptop Sleeve

College-bound film students and budding editors will love this cool gift. This laptop sleeve features “The Evolution of Cinema” with silhouettes of the evolving film camera types over the year.

Laptop sleeves are available for a variety of Macbook sizes.

14. Director’s Chair

Every aspiring director needs their own director’s chair! Perfect for a bedroom or dorm room, this classic black director’s chair is functional and fun.

Available in classic height, counter height, and bar height.

15. Film School

The perfect shirt for aspiring filmmakers that dream of going to film school or are teaching themselves how to make movies. Classic design features a bold font that says “Film School.”

Available in men’s, women’s, and youth sizes in five colors.

16. Ring Light with Tripod Stand

If vlogging and online videos are what your teen is interested in, this is a great kit to help them get started. This ring light comes with three color temperatures, perfect for lighting all types of Youtube videos. It also includes a stand to hold their smartphone for recording. The Bluetooth remote makes it easy to start and stop video without having to get up. They can record in their bedroom or on the go.

17. My First Movie: Twenty Celebrated Directors Talk about Their First Film

An inspirational book for aspiring filmmakers, this collection includes stories from 20 amazing directors talking about their first films. It includes interviews with greats like Kevin Smith, Ang Lee, Oliver Stone, and more. Not only are these stories inspiring, they also get into the details of pitching movies, finding funding, and actually getting the film made.

18. Headphones for Editing

If your aspiring filmmaker plans on editing their own movies, they’re going to need a good pair of headphones. The best headphones for filmmakers is the Sony MDR7506. These over the ear headphones are used by many professional filmmakers and audio engineers.

19. Cheap Movie Tricks: How To Shoot A Short Film For Under $2,000

This handbook is the ultimate guide for young filmmakers looking to make independent movies cheaply. This book covers all the tips young indie filmmakers need to know to create a short film for under $2000. Essential reading for college film students and high schoolers, it covers every step of the filmmaking process, from planning and shooting to screening and promoting the completed film.

20. Pitchstorm Party Game

This is a game the whole family can enjoy! In this game, each player is a writer trying to pitch movie ideas to the worst studio executives. As you’re pitching your idea, you have to incorporate random ideas given to you by the executives. Perfect for parties and family game night, this is a game full of creativity and laughs.

Recommended Age Range: 14 years and up

Need more gift ideas? Check out these stocking stuffers for movie lovers, gift ideas for documentary filmmakers and gifts for screenwriters. Inspire your kids with these gifts for aspiring young writers.

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XLR is a professional grade connector mostly used in balanced audio cables and microphones. The XLR standard consists of a male and female three-pronged plug shielded in a round metal tube. XLR inputs and outputs are found on a variety of professional quality gear such as pro video cameras, shotgun microphones, and more. Four-, five-, six- and seven-pin XLR cables also exist but they are less common and used for equipment such as fog machines, intercom systems, and theatrical lighting controls.

In this article, we’ll look at a few examples of equipment with XLR audio connectors and we’ll also talk about the pros and cons of using this audio connector type. Finally, we’ll provide some links to help you choose the best equipment for your purposes.

Examples of XLR cable connectors

Here are some examples of several types of equipment you might encounter that uses XLR connectors.

• Here’s an example of a standard XLR audio cable. This particular one measures 6 feet long but XLR cables come in all sorts of lengths.

• The Sony HXR-NX100 HD NXCAM Camcorder is an example of a professional video camera with 2 XLR inputs. In the case of this camera, the dual XLR inputs are housed in a box on the front of the top handle. TwoFor instance, two XLR cables can be plugged into the HXR-NX100, which can lead to a shotgun microphone and an XLR lavalier microphone. Not every video camera has XLR inputs, so XLR adapters for DSLRs and camcorders exist to bridge that gap and allow you to use XLR shotgun microphones for instance with these cameras.

• The Shure SM58 microphone is a well known handheld microphone with an XLR connector at its base. To connect this microphone to a camera, you’ll need to use an XLR cable in the middle, for instance, like the 6 foot XLR cable we linked to earlier in this article.

• Here’s a sound mixing board that has six XLR audio inputs and two XLR audio outputs for speakers, in addition to several other audio inputs. A sound mixer like this might be useful if you need to patch together six different XLR microphones, each from a different person, for a live event, with the sound going to a set of speakers (such as a discussion panel on a stage where everyone has a microphone, for instance).

Pros & Cons of using XLR audio connectors

If you need to decide whether or not to use gear with XLR connectors or not, here are some factors to consider in making your decision.

Space/weight: Gear with XLR connectors tends to be heavier and bulkier, in part because of the metal connectors that are used and partially because the cables tend to be heavy duty. This is because they’re designed for professional use and therefore it might be either a pro or a con depending on what your needs are.

Size: A normal 3.5mm headphone jack (1/8th inch) is quite a bit smaller than an XLR connector and consequently the gear features full-sized XLR connectors tends to be larger. There isn’t room on a DSLR for full sized audio inputs. Depending on what’s important to you, you might have to make your choice based on the size of the gear.

Balanced vs unbalanced audio: For longer cables, the issue of balanced vs unbalanced audio becomes important to prevent signal interference and audio errors. XLR cables are balanced whereas many other types of cables are not.

Understanding male vs female XLR

Which side of an XLR cable or connector or port is male or female? In the photo above, the female XLR connector is shown on the left in blue, and the male XLR connector is shown on the right. The side with the pins is the male side of an XLR connector. XLR ports on equipment like cameras are generally female XLR ports because you’re plugging things like cables that lead to microphones into them.

It is sometimes also possible to reverse the direction of an XLR cable to plug in combinations of equipment that would not normally connect together. To do this you may need additional equipment like an XLR barrel adapter like a male to female XLR adapter, or a female to female XLR adapter, or male to male XLR adapter.

Browse more XLR adapters, gear & accessories

Here are an assortment of articles about other gear that uses XLR audio connectors.

The Ultimate Guide to Lavalier Microphones & Lapel Mics

XLR to RCA Audio Adapter Cables & Converters

XLR to 1/4th Inch TRS Adapters & Patch Cables

What are the Best DSLR XLR Audio Adapters?

5 Best XLR to USB Adapters, Converters & Preamps

Best XLR Shotgun Microphones and Boom Mics for Filmmakers

XLR to 3.5mm (1/8th inch) Audio Minijack Cables & Adapters

How to connect an XLR shotgun microphone to a DSLR

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Canon C300 Sample Test Footage

Here is some C300 Mk II sample footage. Pay attention in particular to the C300’s shallow depth of field, color, low light situations, and slow motion. This video also highlights some nice bokeh effects.

Sony FS7 Sample Test Footage

Here is some FS7 II sample footage. This video has some silhouettes and timelapse examples in addition to FS7 slow motion examples, shallow depth of field, color handling, low light situations, and slow motion.

Canon C300 vs Sony FS7 Tech Specs Compared

Below we’ll compare the technical capabilities of both the Canon C300 Mk II and the FS7 II cameras. How much do these two cameras overlap and how much is different?

Specification	Sony FS7 II	Canon C300 Mk II
Sensor Type:	CMOS	CMOS
Max Resolution:	4K (4096 x 2160)	4K (4096 x 2160)
Max ISO:	ISO 2,000	ISO 25,600
Max Framerate:	60fps (4K), 180fps (1080p)	30fps (4K), 60fps (2K), 120fps (1080p)
ND Filters	5 Settings	3 Settings
LCD Monitor	8.8cm	10.1cm
Video Format(s)	XAVC, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC	MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Max Bitrate	600Mbps (4k)	160Mbps (4K)
Media Type	XQD Card (Example price)	CFast Card (Example price)
Weight without lens	4.4lbs (2.0kg)	3.9lbs (1.7kg)
Shoulder Mount?	Included, detachable	Requires kit
RAW/Log Modes?	Yes & Yes	Yes & Yes
Price	Check Price	Check Price

Bottom line on technical comparison between the FS7 and the C300: Both cameras are capable of shooting extremely high quality video in resolutions up to 4K. The FS7 can record higher frame rate 4K video at a higher frame rate than the C300, and at a higher maximum bitrate, but it’s also bigger and heavier (comparing both cameras before adding lenses). Both cameras have pretty different form factors which needs to be taken into consideration as well, which brings us to our next section…

Ergonomics of the Sony FS7 vs the Canon C300

While these two cameras record similar quality footage, one key difference between the C300 and the FS7 is that they have slightly different form factors. The Canon camera, perhaps owing to the still camera ancestory, is configured a bit closer to a chunky (but still small) DSLR than a video camera. Meanwhile the Sony, perhaps because of its own video camera heritage, has a form factor that’s more like a traditional video camera.

While both cameras can be set up with rigs to work in any way you desire, it’s worth considering whether this form factor difference will impact your decision to buy either the Canon C300 or the Sony FS7. The FS7 for instance comes with a detachable Smart Grip with rec recording control as well as a zoom controller and more.

What type of media cards do the Sony FS7 & Canon C300 use? Video out options?

The Sony FS7 has two slots for XQD memory cards. The FS7 also has an SD card slot but that’s only used to copy configuration settings from one camera to another (the FS7 cannot record video to SD cards).

Meanwhile, the Canon C300 Mark II has two CF card slots for recording to CFast cards and one memory card slot for SD cards (which are not fast enough to record at the highest quality settings).

In addition, both cameras have HD-SDI video out and HDMI output ports, allowing you to connect an external hard drive for high quality recording to solid state drives, etc. Both cameras can also output a feed to a range of high quality external monitors. Here are the technical specifications of the video output port options on each camera.

C300 Video Out Ports:
2X HD-SDI MON. terminal, REC OUT terminal, HDMI OUT terminal, headphones terminal, SYNC OUT terminal (also serves as GENLOCK terminal), TIME CODE terminal (input/output switching), VIDEO terminal

FS7 Video Out Ports:
BNC(x2), switchable with 3G-SDI/HD-SDI, SMTPE292M/424M/425M, HDMI

What lens mounts do the C300 and FS7 use?

Here’s what the Sony website says about FS7 lens options:

Sony’s α mount lens system offers unsurpassed compatibility with both Sony and third-party lenses. The FS7’s E-Mount can take Cinema lenses and SLR lenses with a third party adaptor, as well as Sony’s E-mount and A-mount lenses. So whether buying new lenses, or making use of lenses you’ve already purchased, the FS7 makes it easy.

Here’s what the Canon website says about C300 lens options:

Expand your creative options by shooting with more than 90 of Canon’s current interchangeable EF and EF Cinema lenses. Servo zoom support further increases shooting versatility. The camera’s EF lens mount can be switched to EF mount with Cinema Lock or to PL mount, and back again by an approved Canon service centre.

Both cameras can also use lens mount adapters to attach other types of lenses.

How much do the FS7 and the C300 cost? Where to buy the FS7/C300

Amazon offers fast shipping and a great return policy on camera equipment.

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Here’s the catch: depending on what model of Zoom (or other brand of digital recorder) you have, you’re going to have different audio input jacks. So in this article we’re going to provide you with great lavalier microphones for Zoom recorders by model type. Let’s get started.

Lavalier microphones for the Zoom H4, H5 or H6

The Zoom H4, Zoom H5, Zoom H6, and many other digital audio recorders have full-sized professional XLR audio inputs. These recorders can use both wired and wireless lavalier microphones that provide you with an XLR output. If your Zoom digital audio recorder (or other brand recorder) has full sized XLR inputs like these Zoom models, here are some options for some of the best lavalier microphones you can choose to use:

Sennheiser EW 112P G3-A omni-directional wireless lavalier microphone system

The Sennheiser G3 is known as a workhorse in the documentary filmmaking community. It provides clear, professional quality audio when it’s hooked up to either video cameras or portable audio recorders like the Zoom H5, Zoom H6 or similar recorders with full sized XLR inputs. The G3 is rugged, easy to use and can be operated at a wide variety of radio frequencies to avoid nearby interference. This wireless lavalier microphone’s range is up to a couple hundred feed and it runs on AA batteries (two in the transmitter, two in the receiver unit which is hooked up to your camera or audio recorder like a Zoom).

Movo WMIC70 Wireless 48-Channel UHF Lavalier Microphone System

If you’re looking for more of a budget conscious lav microphone for use with your Zoom audio recorder or other digital audio recorder with full sized XLR inputs, the Movo 70 Wireless Lav is worth considering. It’s definitely cheaper but can also provide decent quality sound within a 328 foot wireless range. Like the Sennheiser units listed above, this lav mic comes with both XLR and 3.5mm audio outputs so you can plug it into either a pro level video camera with 3-pin XLR inputs as well as DSLRs and camcorders with 1/8th inch audio minijack inputs. If you’re interested in getting a Movo, also be sure to check out the other kits and configurations available such as a dual wireless lav setup or kits with reporter style microphones.

Two-pack of wired lavalier clip-on microphones

If you’re using your Zoom recorder for a podcast or interview format audio recording, you’ll probably want to consider something like this set of two wired lavalier microphones from Movo. It consists of two lavalier microphones with foam windscreens and mounting clips that you can plug into the dual XLR inputs on your Zoom H4, H5 or H6 audio recorder. The mic cables are 6 feet in length, easily long enough to set the recorder on a table in between two people sitting in chairs on either side with plenty of extra slack for comfort.

Related: The Complete Microphone & Audio For Film/Video Guide

Saramonic UWMIC9 96-Channel Digital UHF Wireless Lavalier Microphone System

The Sarmonic wireless lavalier microphone system is a great budget friendly choice of wireless mic for digital audio recorders. It has a wireless range of up to about 300 feet and it provides clear high quality audio. This kit includes both an XLR output cable as well as a 3.5mm minijack for your Zoom recorder or other digital audio recorder.

Stony-Edge Condenser Lavalier/Lapel Microphone for Digital Audio Recorders

This wired lavalier microphone for Zoom audio recorders with 3.5mm microphone jacks (like the Zoom ZH1 or Zoom H2n) also works with smartphones like Android or iPhones with a 3.5mm headphone jack. It includes the microphone with a 4 foot cable (1.27 meters), a foam windscreen, a reversible mounting clip, and a convenient carrying bag.

Frequently asked questions about lavalier microphones for digital audio recorders

Do these microphones require external batteries?

Generally speaking wired lavalier microphones don’t require additional batteries unless otherwise labeled. Wireless microphones require additional batteries in both the transmitter and receiver packs on the other hand.

What are the pros and cons of using wired lavalier mics vs wireless lavalier microphones?

Wireless lavalier microphones or lapel mics provide freedom of movement for your interviewee and a range of typically around a hundred feet or more. On the other hand, wireless mics are also more expensive, require batteries, and can occasionally experience radio frequency interference resulting in bad audio.

Why would you want to use an external microphone with a Zoom audio recorder or similar device?

Generally speaking, the closer your microphone is to the person speaking, the better audio you’ll pick up. This is true in quiet environments and it’s even more true in noisy spaces. Putting a microphone a foot away from a person speaking vs three feet away can make a world of difference, which is why professionals place microphones quite close to the people speaking. Lavalier microphones or lapel mics are a common way to supplement Zoom audio recorders (or similar digital sound recorders) to get high quality audio interviews. They’re also used for filmmaking to get clear audio in cases where audio and video are recorded separately and synced up with each other after recording.

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Boom microphone stands & mic stand holders

Light stand with boom arm kit

This is a simple kit that consists of a lighting stand, a boom arm with a clamp for mounting it, and a counterweight. The stand extends up to 6.5 feet tall (about 2 meters) and the boom arm telescopes up to 7 feet long (2.13m). The adjustable counterweight weighs about 12 pounds which is enough to balance shotgun microphones at almost any length extended. You’ll also want to pick up a pair of film sandbags to weight the lighting stand’s legs down for safety so the whole thing doesn’t tip over or come crashing down on your interviewee.

To attach your microphone to the end of the boom arm, you’ll want a shockmount with a standard 5/8″ screw thread, like this one.

Pros: Simple setup, lightweight kit (except for the included but optional 12 pound counterweight!). Can also be used for small lights or other purposes. Doesn’t require you to already have a boom pole.

Cons: Not quite as versatile or rugged as a heavy duty C-Stand. Also can’t accommodate quite as much weight. Doesn’t use a boom pole so if you need to quickly reconfigure and switch into “run and gun” mode you may want to consider a C-stand with a boom pole holder attachment.

Boom pole holder for C-Stands

To use this boom pole holder with a stand, you’ll need: a heavy duty C-Stand, a grip head mount to clamp the holder to the C-stand at an angle, and of course a boom pole, shotgun microphone, XLR cable, and film sand bags to weigh down the C-Stand legs for safety. The length that you can extend this solution to is however long your boom pole is.

Pros: Works with your existing boom pole, allows for quick release, doesn’t generally require a counterweight on the boom pole, works with a standard C-stand if you already have one handy, e.g. for lighting

Cons: Requires more accessories, the C-stand will also generally bit a bit bulkier to set up (although it’s not difficult, just heavier).

Rode VideoMic Complete Boom Kit for DSLRs

If you have a DSLR and you need a way to hold a shotgun microphone above an interviewee while filming, this is a great possible solution. It’s a complete kit with almost everything you need, ranging from a stand to a Rode Videomic for DLSR cameras or camcorders, a wind muff, a 25 foot audio extension cable, and all the mounting gear you’ll need to set it up. The only thing you’ll want to pick up in addition to this all-in-one-kit is a couple of XLR cable, and film sand bags for safety (to weigh down the legs of the stand so it doesn’t tip over – especially if someone trips over the audio cable). The stand extends up to 7 feet tall (2.13 meters). The boom arm is only about 3 feet long and does not extend however.

Pros: Includes just about everything you need to hold a boom mic for an interview, including the microphone itself!

Cons: Only works with DSLRs or camcorders with 1/8th inch audio inputs. Doesn’t work with larger cameras that have XLR inputs (though this may not be a con if you’re using a DSLR to begin with). The boom arm does not extend past about 3 feet in length so you won’t be able to get the stand too far away from the person speaking, which means your shot will need to be relatively close up (not a full body shot).

Frequently asked questions about rigging a boom microphone and pole to a stand

Is it better to get a C-stand with and outfit it with boom pole mounts, or just get a dedicated boom pole stand?

It depends. While C-stands are certainly more versatile and can be used for lots of other things beyond just holding boom poles, they’re also heavier, larger and they may take up more space. On the other hand, C-stands are certainly the sturdiest, most rugged option. Dedicated boom pole stands may be less expensive and easier to transport but they won’t be quite as durable and might not last as long.

Another factor to consider is whether you already have a boom pole that you want to use, or if you’re without a pole to begin with and you only have the shotgun microphone to start off with.

Is there a maximum weight load for these boom pole holder solutions?

Generally speaking, any shotgun mic you use will be light enough that it won’t need much of a counterweight nor will it be too heavy for the boom arm in general. However, if you’re planning to also use the boom arm on a light stand to hold lighting or other items, you’ll probably want to use a C-Stand since that’s the most versatile heavy duty solution.

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Documentary Film T-Shirts

This shirt reads “I love documentaries” except the word “love” has been replaced with a heart, reminiscent of the iconic “I Heart NY” tourism shirts that everyone recognizes.

This is a great indie filmmaker shirt as well as a T-shirt for people who love watching doc films. Documentary film fans unite! This documentary film shirt is available in both men’s and women’s sizes in the color white only.

Non-fiction T-Shirt

Here’s another great documentary film shirt for filmmakers, people who love documentaries, or general fans of nonfiction. It reads “(non)fiction” in a simple typewriter font style. This is also a great shirt for journalists or reporters because it isn’t film specific.

Broadcast your love of nonfiction content to the world with this nonfiction t-shirt. Makes a great gift as well. Available in men’s and women’s fits.

The Evolution of Cinema Film Shirt

From the days of old-fashioned cinema cameras through the present day of digital cinematography, filmmaking technology has changed quite a bit. This t-shirt pays homage to the filmmakers and cameras of yore through the present day. It features an image of an old cinema camera, a Bolex, a Panavision film camera, an ENG style video camera and a more modern video camera presented in an “evolution of man” style progression. Camera technology has changed a lot and this film shirt tracks the progress from the early 20th century up to the present day in five stages, each representing a different decade in Hollywood and the film/movie/television industry. This is a great shirt for filmmakers or fans of the history of cinema in general. It’s also a great film student shirt. This film shirt comes in black, blue, navy, red, and gray (men’s and women’s sizes available).

This is How we B-Roll T-shirt

This funny documentary t-shirt is for those filmmakers and editors who know the importance of picking the right b-roll. To the casual viewer, b-roll footage is just filler, but creators know how it can enhance a documentary and express a unique style.

This t-shirt declares “This is how we b-roll” with a variety of film and movie cameras from the history of cinema. Available in men’s, women’s, and youth sizes in black, navy, asphalt, royal blue, and brown.

You’ve probably seen plenty of film shirts for generic fiction filmmakers or cinema fans but this is more of a rarity: a documentary film shirt. This is a great shirt for documentary filmmakers as well as a documentary film fan t-shirt. Whether you’re a fan of older classic documentary films like Grey Gardens or Hoop Dreams or The Thin Blue Line, or you’re a fan of newer documentary films like Bowling for Columbine, Super Size Me or An Inconvenient Truth, this is the shirt for you. It takes a special breed to appreciate important indie documentary films as opposed to whatever fictional film Hollywood is putting out at any given time. Broadcast your love of documentary film with this non-fiction t-shirt. Documentary filmmakers and documentary film fans unite! This shirt for documentary filmmakers comes in men’s and women’s sizes in light blue, red, and gray.

Documentary Filmmakers Unite – Documentary Film T-Shirt

Here’s another great t-shirt for documentary filmmakers and documentary film fans. Although the pool of people who make documentaries is probably smaller than the pool of fictional filmmakers, we’re small and mighty! Documentary filmmakers need to support each other and form a community of their own. Embrace this message with this “documentary filmmakers unite” shirt.

This film shirt comes in men’s and women’s sizes in gray, light blue, olive green, and dark gray.

This is the shirt for those film students who dream of getting behind the camera and making their own blockbuster film. Whether they’re in college or university, this shirt proclaims what their focus of study is: Film School.

This is the shirt to wear to class or while producing their first short film. It makes a great gift for aspiring young filmmakers of all genres, including those who love documentaries.

Rock Out With Your Doc Out – Documentary Film Shirt

“Rock Out With Your Doc Out” is a funny shirt for documentary filmmakers with a sense of humor. It features an old-school VHS tape with the words on it, so it’s also a great shirt for retro tech enthusiasts. This film shirt will make it clear that you have both a sense of humor and that you’re a documentary film fanatic. Fun!

This documentary film shirt comes in men’s and women’s fits in white, baby blue, red, gray and orange.

If you liked these shirts for documentary film fans and documentary filmmaker shirts, you might also enjoy feminist shirts for women filmmakers.

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