Nicklas Christl – Story Hero Academy

Here’s What You Get:

• Video Lessons
  84 lessons and 7 exercises spanning over 70+ hours of video content. Every concept is visualised with 3,500+ custom animations, pro footage, & practical breakdowns.
• Network
  Thriving creator community with live streams, accountability calls, peer feedback, and support from experts. Seamlessly integrated into the course platform.
• Workspace
  Pre-production workspace in Notion with advanced templates, task tracking, and documents from real projects.
• Workshops
  Live workshops with me and other industry experts where we go deeper into storytelling, explore advanced techniques, and share insider knowledge.
• Downloads
  Structured cheat sheets, checklists, video project templates, and my exact Premiere Pro settings to speed up your workflow.
• Meetups
  In-person meetups in stunning locations around the world. Your chance to connect face-to-face, make memories, & build lasting friendships with fellow creators.
• Discounts
  Exclusive discounts on gear and software from partners like Artlist, GoPro, and Lens Distortions. Plus, 50% off all products in my online shop.
• Contests
  Exclusive contests that challenge your creativity, showcase your talent, and help you gain recognition with exciting prizes for the winners.

1. Introduction

You’ll discover the real power of Storytelling and Filmmaking, get a clear overview of the course, and understand how to achieve the results you’re after.

• 1.1 – The Power of Storytelling & Filmmaking
• 1.2 – How To Actually Get Results

2. Storytelling

You’ll learn how to craft stories that truly connect and stay with your audience. I’ll reveal all the storytelling secrets that that bring structure, clarity, and emotional depth to every narrative you create.

• 2.1 – Storytelling Fundamentals
• 2.2 – What Makes a Great Story
• 2.3 – How To Find Stories
• 2.4 – Focus On One Angle
• 2.5 – Make It Personal
• 2.6 – Your Job As The Storyteller
• 2.7 – Structure & Tension (Overview) FREE
• 2.8 – Structure & Tension (Analysis)
• 2.9 – How To Hook The Viewer
• 2.10 – Show, Don’t Tell
• 2.11 – Physical And Emotional Journey
• 2.12 – Exercise: Storytelling

3. Script Writing

You’ll develop the ability to turn your ideas into structured, compelling scripts. Together, we’ll cover each step of the writing process, so you never feel lost staring at a blank page again.

• 3.1 – Writing Habits
• 3.2 – Why You Should Script
• 3.3 – Notion Template Walkthrough
• 3.4 – The Writing Process
• 3.5 – Step 1: Research Your Topic
• 3.6 – Step 2: Outline The Structure
• 3.7 – Levels Of Scripting
• 3.8 – Elements & Formatting
• 3.9 – Step 3: Write The Script
• 3.10 – Step 4: Edit For Clarity
• 3.11 – How To Add Voiceovers
• 3.12 – Exercise: Script Writing

4. Shoot Organization

You’ll gain the tools to plan every detail of your shoot by creating mood boards, shot lists, and film schedules. This gives you clarity and confidence long before the camera starts rolling.

• 4.1 – Shooting Fundamentals FREE
• 4.2 – How, Why, and When To Organize
• 4.3 – Step 1: Explore The Mood
• 4.4 – Step 2: Scout The Location
• 4.5 – Step 3: Check The Light
• 4.6 – Step 4: Define The Shot List
• 4.7 – Step 5: Plan The Film Schedule
• 4.8 – Exercise: Shoot Organization

5. Choice Of Gear

You’ll understand how to choose gear that supports your story rather than distracting from it. I’ll break down camera, lighting, and audio equipment, and make the complex settings easy to use.

• 5.1 – Does Gear Matter?
• 5.2 – Benefits & Limitations Of Gear
• 5.3 – Camera Fundamentals 1 (Essential)
• 5.4 – Camera Fundamentals 2 (Creative)
• 5.5 – Camera Fundamentals 3 (Technical)
• 5.6 – Main Cameras
• 5.7 – Lenses
• 5.8 – Filters
• 5.9 – Gimbals
• 5.10 – Phones
• 5.11 – Action Cameras
• 5.12 – 360 Cameras
• 5.13 – Stabilized Drones
• 5.14 – FPV Drones
• 5.15 – Camera Type Comparison
• 5.16 – Lighting Gear
• 5.17 – Audio Gear
• 5.18 – Exercise: Choice Of Gear

6. Shooting

You’ll learn how to capture shots that not only look stunning, but also evoke the right emotional impact. I’ll teach you how to shoot handheld, solo, and with drones, as well as how to light your scenes in any environment.

• 6.1 – The Visual Side
• 6.2 – Visual Psychology
• 6.3 – Visual Aesthetic
• 6.4 – Types Of Shots
• 6.5 – How To Cover A Scene
• 6.6 – Handheld Shooting
• 6.7 – Aerial Shooting
• 6.8 – Solo Shooting FREE
• 6.9 – Natural Lighting
• 6.10 – Artificial Lighting
• 6.11 – Advanced Lighting
• 6.12 – BTS: Staged Video
• 6.13 – BTS: Documentary
• 6.14 – BTS: Solo Experience
• 6.15 – Exercise: Shooting

7. Editing

You’ll uncover how to turn raw footage into an audiovisual experience that brings your story to life. I’ll walk you through my full editing workflow, so you know how to make the right decisions at the right time.

• 7.1 – Editing Fundamentals
• 7.2 – Story vs. Retention Editing
• 7.3 – Editing Decisions 1 (Story)
• 7.4 – Editing Decisions 2 (Engagement)
• 7.5 – Editing Decisions 3 (Flow)
• 7.6 – Editing Workflow Overview
• 7.7 – Productivity Tips
• 7.8 – File Organization
• 7.9 – Footage Selection
• 7.10 – First Assembly
• 7.11 – Rough Cut (Scene Creation)
• 7.12 – Rough Cut (Scene Transitions)
• 7.13 – Feedback
• 7.14 – Fine Cut
• 7.15 – Visual Polishing
• 7.16 – Sound Design
• 7.17 – Color Grading
• 7.18 – Export
• 7.19 – Exercise: Editing

8. Animation

You’ll learn how to sharpen your skills, connect with like-minded creators, and choose a career path that aligns with your vision. This final module sets you up for success beyond the course.

• 8.1 – Why And When To Use Animations
• 8.2 – My Animation Process
• 8.3 – Animation Templates
• 8.4 – Exercise: Animation

9. What’s Next

You’ll get a framework to further improve your skills and become the extra-ordinary storyteller you were always supposed to be. This is where theory turns into practice.

• 9.1 – Your Path Forward