Publications Covering the Film Production Industry

American Cinematographer Print + online

Flagship journal of the American Society of Cinematographers covering cinematography craft, camera, lighting, and production techniques for film and TV. Circulation figure is print copies per issue (historical ASC media data).

https://theasc.com/magazine Circulation: 45,500

Animation Magazine Print + online

Trade title on the business, technology, and art of animation and VFX, read by studio execs, producers, and artists. Circulation shown as estimated monthly website visits.

https://www.animationmagazine.net Circulation: 745,200

Animation World Network (AWN) Online

Animation World Network (AWN) publishes news and insight across animation, VFX, and virtual production for professionals and educators. Circulation shown as estimated monthly website visits.

https://www.awn.com Circulation: 257,600

Backstage Print + online

Casting and industry-news brand reaching actors, creators, and producers with jobs and career advice; used by producers during casting and production. Circulation shown as weekly print readership from Backstage’s advertising page.

https://www.backstage.com Circulation: 110,000

Below the Line Online + newsletters

Crew-focused trade covering camera, post, VFX, locations, and awards; widely read by below‑the‑line department heads and vendors. Circulation shown as subscribers noted in BTL’s media kit page.

https://www.btlnews.com Circulation: 38,000

British Cinematographer Print + digital

Bi‑monthly magazine endorsed by leading cinematography societies; features deep‑dive craft coverage for DPs and camera teams. Circulation reflects stated global distribution to association members.

https://britishcinematographer.co.uk Circulation: 16,000

CineMontage Print + online

Official magazine of the Motion Picture Editors Guild (IATSE Local 700) focusing on editorial, sound, and post‑production craft for filmmakers. Circulation reflects quarterly mailings to members and industry institutions.

https://cinemontage.org Circulation: 9,500

Deadline Online

Breaking news, dealmaking, and awards coverage for film and TV; a go‑to for producers, studio execs, and reps. Circulation shown as estimated monthly visits.

https://deadline.com Circulation: 24,800,000

Filmmaker Magazine Print + online

Independent‑film trade covering development, production, financing, festivals, and craft; read by producers, directors, and cinematographers. Circulation reflects print figure cited on Wikipedia.

https://filmmakermagazine.com Circulation: 60,000

Cartoon Brew Online

News and commentary for the animation industry (filmmakers, producers, artists) across features, TV, and shorts; useful for tracking production trends. Circulation shown as estimated monthly visits.

https://www.cartoonbrew.com Circulation: 593,100

ICG Magazine Print + online

Trade magazine published by IATSE Local 600 for camera and publicity crafts; covers set‑to‑post workflows and member projects. Circulation listed as approximate based on Local 600 membership size.

https://www.icgmagazine.com Circulation: 9,500

IndieWire Online

News and analysis on film/TV production, distribution, festivals, and awards; widely used by producers and financiers. Circulation shown as estimated monthly visits (Aug 2025).

https://www.indiewire.com Circulation: 4,830,000

MovieMaker Magazine Print + online

Consumer‑facing but production‑savvy brand on the art and business of making movies; read by indie producers and educators. Circulation reflects stated readership in the outlet’s media kit.

https://www.moviemaker.com Circulation: 160,000

No Film School Online

Practical filmmaking site with gear news, workflows, tutorials, and industry commentary for indie producers and crew. Circulation shown as estimated monthly visits.

https://nofilmschool.com Circulation: 1,100,000

ProVideo Coalition Online + newsletter

Production/post‑production trade site delivering expert analysis and gear/workflow coverage to working pros. Circulation reflects monthly unique visitors cited on PVC’s advertising page.

https://provideocoalition.com Circulation: 160,000

Screen International Print + online

Global film‑business trade with festival dailies; covers financing, sales, and production intel for producers and distributors. Circulation reflects average print issue readership; online registered users noted by publisher.

https://www.screendaily.com Circulation: 34,000

SHOOT Online Online + newsletters + print/PDF

Commercials and entertainment production trade serving agency/studio decision‑makers and production/post vendors. Circulation shown as unique monthly visitors; also publishes multiple email newsletters and a print/PDF edition.

https://www.shootonline.com Circulation: 40,000

The Hollywood Reporter Print + online

Major entertainment trade with production deals, box office, and awards coverage; read by producers, studios, and agencies. Circulation shown as estimated monthly visits.

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com Circulation: 22,700,000

The Wrap Online

Industry news brand covering production, streaming, and business developments across Hollywood; popular among producers and PR teams. Circulation shown as estimated monthly visits.

https://www.thewrap.com Circulation: 6,400,000

Variety Print + online

Iconic industry trade covering development, production, financing, technology, and awards; indispensable for producers and studio execs. Circulation shown as estimated monthly visits.

https://variety.com Circulation: 45,700,000