Video Production
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Lone Operator? Make Your Next Purchase a Motorized Slider
Motorized sliders can make you more efficient on location shoots, and they add production value to your work with a full-crew look.
Tips for Working with Child Actors on a Film or Video Set
Will you be working with child actors on your next film or video production? Read these six helpful tips before diving in.
Understanding Tonal Values and the Importance of Contrast
Tonal values are essential for communicating depth and points of interest in film and video. But many filmmakers think about contrast when it’s too late.
The New Phantom Camera Built for Getting Cinema Shots in Tight Spaces
Vision Research minimizes camera size while maintaining the cinematic quality that put them on the map with the Phantom VEO 4k-PL.
Sony Announces the New 6K CineAlta VENICE Cinema Camera
The latest cinema camera added to Sony’s CineAlta line is the new VENICE, a camera created by and for cinematographers.
“Five Came Back” — Lessons from Famous Directors During WWII
Explore the power and influence of filmmaking in world history through the lenses of some of the greatest American directors.
Cinematography Tips: Using Your iPhone As a Light and Color Meter
Looking for ways to streamline your workflow? Spare your wallet (and your exposure) with these awesome light and color meter apps.
7 Tips for Working with Teleprompters on Video Shoots
Here are seven professional production tips to keep in mind when using a teleprompter for your next film or video project.
The Power of Shooting with a Shallow Depth of Field
Here’s how shooting with a shallow depth of field can immerse your audience in the world of your film or video like nothing else.
Create Your Own Lyric Videos with These Kinetic Typography Tutorials
The lyric video trend is alive and well. Learn to add some flash to your own projects with these After Effects tutorials.
The Essential Back to (Film) School Reading Guide + 3 Free EBooks
No need for film school. Here are some essential book recommendations for every film department — and three free eBooks to get you started.