Friday, February 27th | Rm 201
2:00-2:50 PM
Getting your film into a theater requires more than a final export — it requires the right delivery format. This panel breaks down the essentials of Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs), including technical requirements, common mistakes, and best practices for preparing your movie for the big screen. Whether you're premiering at a festival or planning a theatrical release, this session will help ensure your film looks and sounds its best in cinemas.
PRESENTER: Brad Olsen
Bio:
Brad is the Technical Director for Zions Indie Film Fest. He has coached countless filmmakers on creating DCPs for their films. He has over two decades of experience in the film and television industry. He has edited and post-supervised over a dozen independent feature films.
In 2018, Brad made his directorial debut with Off the Tracks, a documentary about the disruption caused by the release of Apple’s editing software, Final Cut Pro X. He is the director of photography of the popular YouTube show, Cinema Therapy. Brad recently edited and helped produce the holiday rom-com, A Christmas of Wonders.
Friday, February 27th | Rm 201
2:00-2:50 PM
Getting your film into a theater requires more than a final export — it requires the right delivery format. This panel breaks down the essentials of Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs), including technical requirements, common mistakes, and best practices for preparing your movie for the big screen. Whether you're premiering at a festival or planning a theatrical release, this session will help ensure your film looks and sounds its best in cinemas.
PRESENTER: Brad Olsen
Bio:
Brad is the Technical Director for Zions Indie Film Fest. He has coached countless filmmakers on creating DCPs for their films. He has over two decades of experience in the film and television industry. He has edited and post-supervised over a dozen independent feature films.
In 2018, Brad made his directorial debut with Off the Tracks, a documentary about the disruption caused by the release of Apple’s editing software, Final Cut Pro X. He is the director of photography of the popular YouTube show, Cinema Therapy. Brad recently edited and helped produce the holiday rom-com, A Christmas of Wonders.
