Filmmaking Lessons from Oscar-Nominated Directors
The Directors Guild of America hosted a three-hour conversation with these incredible filmmakers. Here are the takeaways.
2018 SXSW Conference Film Trends and Analysis
In this roundup, we present everything you need to know about the films and industry trends from the 2018 SXSW Film Festival.
Using 23.98 NTSC On The LUMIX GH5S in A PAL Region
Are you traveling? Can you use the GH5S’s NTSC for 23.98fps? What about flickering lights? We’ve got answers for all these questions.
SXSW Arts: Meet the Interactive Documentary Connecting the World
We explore French artist and filmmaker Hervé Cohen’s “Life Underground,” a hybrid art installation documentary collaboration with Tonian Irving.
SXSW Tips: How to Take Your VR Experience to the Next Level
At this year’s SXSW Conference, the future of virtual reality and virtual cinema is on full display in “Beethoven’s Fifth.”
Interview: Showtime Docuseries Cinematographer from The Trade
We sat down with Matt Porwoll, one of the cinematographers behind The Trade to discuss making films about sensitive issues and working with Matt Heineman.
Invisibility: The Secret to Editing and Shooting an Interview
Here’s how you can avoid disrupting the flow of your interview edit — as well as how to avoid jarring camera angles during the shoot.
Create A Shootout Scene In After Effects + Free Muzzle Flashes and Sparks
In this After Effects tutorial, learn how to use muzzle flash and spark elements from RocketStock to create a realistic shootout scene — with free elements.
How to Shoot Practical Floating Text in Your Video
In this Premiere Pro video tutorial, learn how to capture (and edit) moving text without relying on motion graphics or other effects.
Tips from SXSW: Filming with Your Camera in Motion
2018 SXSW Film Festival’s Ben Strang shares these 7 tips from his original thriller series for shooting with a camera in motion.
Freelance Tip: How To Make Sure You Get Paid By Your Clients
The freelancer’s worst nightmare is a client who doesn’t pay on time — or at all. Here are a few steps you can take to make sure …
Video Gear: Quick and Easy 3-Point Lighting Bundles
If you need affordable 3-point lighting for your film or video project ASAP, these bundles can get the job done in a hurry.