If you’re aiming to break into television or level up your filmmaking career, don’t miss this free, live webinar with Emmy-nominated cinematographer and director Patrick Cady, ASC:

“Virtual Shadowing: Navigating Television Production – Breaking In & Building a Career Path” Tuesday, May 13, 2025
10:00 AM – 11:15 AM PST
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What to ExpectThis timely session gives aspiring and working filmmakers a chance to learn directly from a director who’s built a career across both film and television. Patrick Cady will share practical advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and actionable strategies for navigating the journey from student or indie filmmaker to professional production work.

The webinar will also feature a special guest from one of Patrick’s past shows, offering an inside look at on-set collaboration and career-building in today’s industry.

Key Takeaways:

• How to break into the television industry
• Career development from short films to professional work
• Tips on working with actors and collaborating with crew
• A real-world look at production through a “virtual shadowing” experience

Who Should Attend:

• Filmmakers and film students
• Independent creators and cinematographers
• Professors, teachers, and film school instructors
• Film and television directors and crew
• Anyone exploring or advancing a path in screen storytelling

About the Speaker
Patrick Cady, ASC is a cinematographer and director whose credits span acclaimed television and award-winning features. He directed key episodes of Bosch (including the series finale), as well as Rectify, Interrogation, and more. Starting as an intern under Roger Deakins on Passion Fish, Patrick worked his way up through the lighting department, earned his MFA from NYU Tisch, and eventually made his mark with Girlfight: a Sundance and Cannes winner.

Patrick’s experience across directing and cinematography offers a well-rounded, practical approach to mentoring emerging talent.

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Every filmmaker has that one shot. The one you sketched out in your head (or in your notebook), and either nailed it perfectly on set… or had to completely change last minute.

What was the shot, and what happened? Share your story! What went right, what went wrong, and what you learned.

When planning your visuals, what’s your process for creating a shot list? Do you start with storyboards, go scene by scene, or build it around emotion and pacing?

Share your tips, tools, and how your shot list helps bring your vision to life on set!