The Independent Film School
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From pipe dream to award-winning films

COMPLIMENTARY TRAINING IN WRITING & DIRECTING

Live training • online • for all levels

I’ve never gotten a greenlight. No industry connections. No trust fund. No nothing. That hasn’t stopped me from creating films that I love. My new film, 109 Billion Followers, starring Oscar-winner J.K. Simmons, just premiered at the Austin Film Festival.

In this training, I’ll share clips and stories from my films to demonstrate simple writing and directing tools that will help you create work that attracts collaborators, support, and audiences.

Ela Thier

selected filmmography by Ela Thier

You won’t be on camera. Sweats welcomed.

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Available to live attendees only

TIME COMMITMENT: 10 MINUTES A DAY

If you haven’t written in years (or ever!) or you’re a pro: Ela Thier’s 6-Day Writing Adventure will eliminate writing blocks and sharpen your story skills. Two birds. One adventure. Boom. Available only to live attendees.

I’m currently in pre-production on a web series, while deep in …a major doc in Argentina and my first narrative feature… I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

– Romina Schwedler

I’ve grown so much from being a part of the Independent Film School community… Being here has shown me what I am capable of.

– Nicole Marie Stultz

You have inspired me through your… free resources. [Other classes] had gotten me into a slump. Your inspiration helped me press forward.

– Arthur Dean

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COMPLIMENTARY TRAINING: WRITING & DIRECTING

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