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The Evolving Role of a Colorist
What is a digital colorist? What are they responsible for? Let’s take a look at the ever-changing duties of colorists in film and video production.
17 Ways to Hide a Lavalier Mic
The latest video from Aputure offers an extremely fun and helpful tutorial on how to properly mic up wildly different costumes.
What Does a Director of Photography Do?
We know the title and recognize some of the greats, but what does a director of photography (aka cinematographer) actually do on a film production? Let’s explore.
Yesterday’s Cinematography Tool Reinvented for Tomorrow
Alpha Wheels redesigns a classic filmmaking tool for the future of film gear. Gain absolute precision and control over camera movement on gimbal stabilizers with these futuristic …
The Ins and Outs of Hollywood Film Distribution
Securing film distribution might be the most challenging part of the entire filmmaking process. Here’s how the big studios go about it.
How to Create a Dynamic Press Kit
Creating a dynamic press kit for your film is an incredibly effective way to grab the attention of festivals, potential investors, and executives. Here’s how to go …
3 Stages of Editing a Corporate Video
The corporate video editing process can be broken down into these three distinct stages of post-production.
3 Tips for Pitching a Corporate Video
A good pitch requires more than a short description and price quote — and it goes beyond what’s put down on paper. Here are some points to …
Deconstructing the Scene: Raiders of the Lost Ark
Let’s take a detailed look at how Steven Spielberg and company crafted one of the most iconic scenes in film history: The golden idol scene from Raiders …
Filmmaking Tips: How to Stop Wasting Time on Set
Your film may be set for disaster before you even begin rolling. Here are a few filmmaking tips for optimizing your productions.
How an Average VFX Pipeline Works
These are the steps that take Hollywood films from the green screen to the big screen.
The 11 Best Filmmaking Apps for iPhone
These handy iPhone apps can help you with all aspects of filmmaking, from pre-production to production to post. Just be sure to keep your phone on silent …