Mason Shibley

Mason W.J. Shibley is an esteemed Executive Producer, Director, and the visionary founder of Filmworks Studios Network, a distinguished visual arts production company located in Liberty Lake, WA. He is also leading the development of FWSN, an exciting digital movie network that promises to revolutionize the industry. With a wealth of knowledge and certifications in leading software applications such as Adobe, Apple, and Microsoft, Mason W.J. Shibley has established himself as a highly skilled expert in motion graphic design and digital cinematography. His expertise is a culmination of years of experience and a steadfast commitment to ongoing education.

Currently pursuing his M.A. in Digital Cinematography at Full Sail University, Mason W.J. Shibley remains dedicated to staying at the forefront of industry advancements and emerging trends. As a testament to his unwavering pursuit of excellence, he has been a financial contributor to ‘The MasterClass’ since 2015, where he has had the privilege of studying under esteemed names in the field. These luminaries include Aaron Sorkin for screenwriting, Dan Brown for writing thrillers, David Baldacci for mystery thrillers, David Carson for graphic design, David Mamet for dramatic writing, James Cameron for filmmaking, James Patterson for writing, Judy Blume for writing, Margaret Atwood for creative writing, Mira Nair for independent filmmaking, Neil Gaiman for the art of storytelling, Ron Howard for directing, and Spike Lee for independent filmmaking.

Mason W.J. Shibley’s knowledge extends across a wide range of software applications, serving as a strong foundation for his ability to adapt to industry standards. Among the applications in which he demonstrates expertise are After Effects, Animate, Audition, Blender, Character Animator, Cinema 4D, Dimension, Fresco, Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Premier Rush, Illustrator, Media Encoder, Movie Magic budgeting and scheduling, Broadcast Graphics, Producing Cinematic films, Video Podcasts, and various other essential tools. Furthermore, Mason W.J. Shibley actively contributes as a director, producer, and screenwriter, firmly grasping the intricacies of the business side of video production and marketing. Holding a certification as a Project Management Professional, he strives to establish a foundation that adheres to the highest standards upheld within the film and television industry.

In recognition of his commitment to professional growth, Mason W.J. Shibley has obtained several notable certifications and achievements in 2022. These include completing courses such as Foundations of Video – Art of Editing by Norman Hollyn, Video Foundations – Interviews by Anthony Q. Artis, Premiere Rush by Tony Harmer, Voice-over for Video Animation by Mark Simon, Audition Essential Training by Paul Murphy, Creating a Short Film – Course 4 Working with Actors by Chad Perkins, Producing a Production Crew by Amy DeLouise, How to Project Vocal Confidence by Pete Mockaitis, Creating Fun and Engaging Video Training by Marley Jaxx and Rob Glass, Budgeting Video Projects by Richard Harrington, Financial Freedom by Grant Sabatier and Penguin Random House, Making a Short Film by Avi Glijanksy, Production in Premiere Pro by Luisa Winters, Creating a Short Film: VFX Effects by Chad Perkins, Secrets of Successful Time Management by Alissa Carpenter, One Person Crew Video Productions by Eduardo Angel, Video Production and Editing by Rob Garrott, How to Freelance and Making Digital Commercials by Mitchell Dumlao, Becoming a Great Conversationalist by Pete Mockaitis, Video Strategies of High Engagement by Nina Blankenship, How to Shoot Video at Home by Ash Blodgett, and Public Speaking by Daisy Lovelace.

Mason W.J. Shibley’s extensive expertise, passion for innovation, and commitment to professional development make him an exceptional force within the film industry. With an unwavering dedication to excellence, he continues to shape the future of visual storytelling and redefine the standards of artistic expression.