Robert Dee
With over two decades of experience in the media and film industry, my journey began in post-production, then expanded into advertising, and now, I create my own films and teach the art of filmmaking. My academic journey includes both a Degree and a Masters in filmmaking, and I am currently researching for a practice-based PhD focusing on visual subtext. I had the privilege of running the Undergraduate Programme in Filmmaking at Raindance Film School in London for several years, where I guided many talented students. Some have gone on to direct multi-million dollar campaign films, star in feature films, win prestigious festival awards, and further their studies at top-tier film schools in the United States.
MY APPROACH
My teaching philosophy centers on the psychology of filmmaking and how directors can create meaning and emotion through visual subtext and cinematic language. I invite you to join me in this exhilarating exploration of filmmaking. Whether you are just starting or looking to refine your craft, my courses are designed to inspire and equip you with the knowledge and skills to create films that resonate deeply with audiences. Sign up today and start making films that make a difference.
Lecturing
The Art of Directing Actors (workshop coming early 2025)
BFI Future Film Festival Masterclass (coming early 2025)
The Art of Directing, Lewes Depot, Oct 12th 2024
AI for Animators Online Seminar, Nexus
The Art of Directing, IronWerks, Brighton, June 23rd 2024
AI for Filmmakers Presentation at the Raindance Festival 2023
AI isn’t going anywhere and for independent filmmakers it is already shaping up to be very useful. Using online applications and Adobe software such as After Effects Robert Dee demonstrates tools and workflows for generating and manipulating AI content to create compelling video content.
STRANGER DANGER: CHILD ABDUCTION IN THE HORROR FILM - Public lecture for Miskatonic Institute at the Horse Hospital, Oct 26 2022
Visual Subtext: Supercharge Your Visual Storytelling - Public lecture at Raindance Film Festival, Genesis Cinema, Nov 1st, 2022
Previous lecturing:
Programme Leader - Top-Up BA (Hons) in Film and Performing Arts Practices, Raindance Film School
Directing Pathway Leader - Top-Up BA (Hons) in Film and Performing Arts Practices, Raindance Film School
Academic Studies Pathway Leader - Top-Up BA (Hons) in Film and Performing Arts Practices, Raindance Film School
Qualifications and academic courses attended:
Masters (Distinction) in Filmmaking - Raindance Film School
BA (Hons) Film Studies - Solent University
Film Tax Credits Workshop - Europscript
Production Finance Sessions - Film Labs London
Inside Hollywood Data - Stephen Follows
Dov Siemens 2 Day Film School 2022
Self Branding for Scriptwriters & Creatives - NJ Simmonds
Screenwriting Foundation Certificate - Raindance Film School
Producers Foundation Certificate - Raindance Film School
Hands on Directing Weekend Workshop 2 - Raindance Film School
Hands on Directing Weekend Workshop 1 - Raindance Film School
Graphic Design Foundation - Central Saint Martins
A Century of the Uncanny Conference - Freud Museum, London
Freud/Lynch Behind the Curtain Conference - Freud Museum, London
Projections: David Lynch - Freud Museum, London
Projections: The Uncanny in Cinema - Freud Museum, London
