APR 20 | 6pm-8pm

part 1 of a 4 part series on zoom

$50




Music Video Workshop - #1 Pre-Pro

Join Filmmaker and Music Video Producer, Brandon Singleton as he leads you through the pre-production process for your music video. You will receive handouts and templates as well as feedback and advice for your project. This workshop will be made up of a small group of students and a very interactive style class to ensure you get the most out of this learning experience. 

Topics to be covered include: 

  • Getting booked
  • Software and Equipment
  • Conceptualizing the song
  • Evaluation of available locations
  • Casting, props, permits, and accommodations
  • Story blocking techniques
  • B-roll planning
  • Scheduling and timeline for shoot


This is part one in a four part series about music video production. Each session is available for purchase on our website individually or you can purchase the whole series for a discount.



Meet your instructor

Filmmaker

Brandon Singleton

Brandon “Mr_OneNine” Singleton is a director, musician, teacher, and social media expert from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He began his career shortly after high school when he landed an internship with Trill Ent. There, Brandon had the opportunity to work with artists such as Kevin Gates and Dee-1. Brandon then started his own business providing graphic design and media development services to local businesses and entertainers alike. In June 2011, Brandon started a new YouTube channel for music videos. The channel, Str8 Up Ent, produced quality music videos that were more affordable than anything else available at the time. Within a few short years, Str8 Up Entertainment amassed it’s first 100k subscribers and 1 million+ views. Notable acts include NBA Youngboy’s first photo shoots, artwork, and music video appearance, Fredo Bang’s first photo shoots, artwork, music videos, and promotion, Funny Mike’s first music videos on early promo skits, JayDaYoungan’s first music videos, Nique & King’s first pranks and YouTube channel start, and countless other aspiring entertainers. In 2020, Brandon moved to Houston, Texas to work for YouTube influencer Funny Mike as Operations Manager for his newly developing entertainment company. During his time with the company, Brandon onboarded and oriented over 60 influencers for the company. Brandon is also working with Houston native singing group Cette 3, handling all of their media, music production, video production, and general management. Currently set on producing as much content as possible, Brandon is now taking his experiences and insight and sharing them with other aspiring entertainment acts.

CLASS OVERVIEW

  • Getting Booked

  • Software & Equipment

  • Conceptualizing the Song

  • Locations Scouting

  • Casting

  • Props

  • Permits

  • Story Blocking Techniques

  • Capturing B-roll

  • Scheduling Shoot Days

Email [email protected] with questions