Go Remote with Compact LED Lights
If you know you’re shooting with limited access to power, these LED lights can make all the difference.
5 International Travel Tips for Filmmakers and Videographers
Here are five pieces of advice for managing gear — and yourself — when traveling internationally for a shoot.
How Symbolic Framing Adds Depth to Your Shot
Background objects can create symbolism in your shot. Be aware of your framing and avoid unintentional messaging.
Blackmagic’s New URSA Mini Pro Camera and DaVinci Resolve Panels
Switch between EF, PL, and B4 mounts with the new URSA Mini Pro video camera, and grade footage on the go with the two new DaVinci Resolve …
Production Tips: Making Interviewees Comfortable
Shooting interviews for your next video project? Follow these tips to make your interviewees comfortable and get the best results.
3 New Canon Cameras Under $1000 — Still No 4K Video
Canon adds two new DSLR cameras and a new mirrorless body — all under $1,000. Don’t expect to shoot video in 4K.
Don’t Blink: A New Age of Micro-Documentary Filmmaking is Dawning
While digital attention spans shrink, documentary filmmakers must adapt. Learn how you can be at the forefront of the era of micro-documentary filmmaking.
The Cameras Behind 2016’s Best Documentary Films
Let’s take a look at some of the year’s best documentaries — and the cameras that captured their stories.
Lighting Technique: Create Dreamlike Reflections with Water
Create a surreal environment by reflecting lights off of a water source.
Tips and Tricks for Harnessing the Lighting Power of Fire
Fire is beautiful. Fire is dangerous. Fire is a great way to light a scene! Here are some tips and tricks to consider before lighting your next …
Go Digital With Plot, a New Storyboarding App for Videographers
Plot is a new storyboarding app that will save you time and help you avoid the frustration of mismanaged paper storyboards — and PremiumBeat readers can try …
Behind the Scenes of the Best Super Bowl Commercials
For those who enjoy the big game more for the TV spots than the actual football, let’s peek behind the scenes of some of this year’s best …