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The Pros and Cons of Forming a Production Company
We take a look here at the relative pros and cons of forming your own production company — and when it makes sense to do so.
Has the Mirrorless Silent Mode Feature Killed the Unit Stills Blimp?
Unit stills photographers shoot the majority of promotional material and behind-the-scenes stills, but many people don’t know much about their role.
Learning Curve: Using a Steadicam for the Right Shot
Steadicam operation is a camera skill that requires a lot of equipment and experience, but how hard is it to put on the gear and get a …
A Practical Guide to Dutch Angles and Tilted Framing
Dutch angles, if used discreetly, add an aura of dread, as well as a sense that the world has gone askew. Let’s take a look at how …
Building Your Own Car Rig — Commercial Insider Edition
In this next video for fiscally clever car rigging, we’ll break down the mission control setup inside the car. Plus, my experience with these techniques.
The Pros and Cons of Upgrading to a Full-Frame Sensor
Is it time to consider upgrading to a full-frame cinema workflow? In this article, we’ll look at the advantages and disadvantages of upgrading sensor size.
A Guide to Turning Your Podcasts into Video Podcasts
From podcaster to videomaker — how can you use video in podcasts, what are some different video styles, and how can you stay ahead of the growing …
The Battle for the Mid-Tier Cinema Camera Market: C500 Mark II Vs. FX9
For documentary, non-scripted, corporate, and reality work, the FS7 and C300 MII remain the top choices for filmmakers, owner-operators, and producers.
Adobe Showcases Future-Tech for Editing, Animation, and Sound Design
From the “Sneaks” section of Adobe Max, take a look at the future-tech for animating text, bringing static images to life, and one-click audio editing.
Getting Your Lights and Camera in Impossible Places
The Mini MAX is a great option to lighting a scene, giving the actors and camera the freedom to move and shoot at almost 360 degrees.
ShareGrid Acquires BorrowFox in Plan to Expand to United Kingdom
The U.S.-based ShareGrid will absorb the peer-to-peer equipment sharing company BorrowFox, and expand ShareGrid into the UK in 2020.
The Mood Board: Set the Tone for Your Next Short Film
While there are no set rules for what goes in a mood board, I’m going to show you a few things you can include to help convey …