3 Hacks for Shooting Without a Focus Puller
Cinematographers on low-budget indie films are often required to operate their camera while also pulling focus. Here are some hacks to make this situation less frustrating.
3 Reasons Why the Sony a7S Isn’t the Perfect Camera for Filmmakers
The Sony a7S is an undeniably powerful tool, but there are a few big drawbacks that you should know about before investing in one.
4 Awesome Final Cut Pro X Features You May Not Know
While FCPX has been criticized over the years for being overly simplified, the software actually has some incredibly useful and powerful tools under the hood that are …
Simple Framing Tips to Dramatically Improve Your Cinematography
With such a heavy focus being placed on the technological aspects of cinematography these days, many DPs have lost sight of the fundamentals like framing.
The Five Lens Filters Every Video Shooter Should Own
Post-production can go a very long way in creating amazing video, but it’s what goes in front of the lens that matters most.
3 Tips You Must Know Before Shooting a Multicam Production
Multicam productions have become more popular than ever, thanks to the extremely low cost of camera gear and easy intergration into video editing apps. Even still, many …
Video Editing: 3 Uses for the Premiere Pro ‘Project Manager’
Discover a few ways to optimize your video editing workflow with the Premiere Pro ‘Project Manager’.
4 Cheap Practical Lights That Can Work Wonders On Set
The 4 lights on this list will allow you to not only light your film beautifully, but do it on a budget.
Key Workflow Tips For A Smooth Color Grading Process
With an abundance of color software options more and more filmmakers, DPs, and editors are able to properly color their footage without breaking the bank.
5 Tips For Getting Great Film/Video Locations For Free
Skimping on location can leave your film feeling amateurish and cheap. Here’s how you can get A-list locations for next to nothing!
Why Collaboration, Knowledge And Vision Are The Keys To A Successful Directorial Career
First time directors are notorious for not understanding their role in the filmmaking process, and not being able to effectively manage a set. In this post we …
The Truth About Why Most Indie Films Don’t Get Distributed
The number one goal for just about any indie filmmaker is to secure distribution for their feature film. Unfortunately though, such a small percentage of films are …
