Video Production
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How to Market Your Film on a Small Budget
No money? No problem. Here are some quick tips on how to market your film on a small budget.
9 Tips for Shooting Cinematic Footage
Looking to give your footage a high-budget cinematic look? Check out these tips.
Cinematography Tip: How the Pros Frame a Close-Up
The close-up shot is considered a building block of film. It has become a staple of cinema, featured in nearly every motion picture.
8 Questions to Ask Yourself When Deciding on a Script
Have you written or received a script for your next project? Here are eight questions to ask before moving into production.
Cinematography Tip: Capture Smooth Panning Shots at 24fps
One of the biggest headaches associated with shooting at 24fps is the jittery look of vertical lines you get when panning. This calculator will help you eliminate …
Organize Your DaVinci Resolve Work Area with New Compound Nodes
In a fast-paced session, it’s easy to lose track of each node’s function in the tree. DaVinci Resolve 12’s compound nodes offer a solution.
How To Capture Smooth Walk-and-Talk Shots Without A Movi Or Steadicam
Stabilization devices such as a Movi or Steadicam aren’t always an option. Luckily, there are other ways to capture walk-and-talk shots smoothly.
How Does a Film Become a Cult Classic?
Let’s do the timewarp and take a look at how a film becomes a cult classic.
Leading a Revolution: Studios Producing Virtual Reality Films
From original Virtual Reality films to the set of Star Wars: Rogue One, here are the companies leading the charge in VR Filmmaking.
Grips, Gaffers, and Best Boys: The Grip and Electric Departments
The Grip and Electric Departments will provide the lights and gear on a film set. Here is a breakdown of the positions and job duties.
Cinematography Crash Course: 6 Settings You Need to Check Before You Roll
For those of you just starting out as DPs, here are the six settings you need to double-check every time you get ready to roll a take.
8 Cinematographers Behind Famous Directors
Everyone knows the names of the Directors of famous pictures, but what about the Cinematographers behind them? We take a look at some of the best duos.