{"id":86356,"date":"2017-02-06T11:07:00","date_gmt":"2017-02-06T17:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/?p=86356"},"modified":"2017-02-07T07:19:54","modified_gmt":"2017-02-07T13:19:54","slug":"9-common-filmmaking-mistakes-to-avoid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/9-common-filmmaking-mistakes-to-avoid\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Common Filmmaking Mistakes to Avoid"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 id=\"the-early-paths-of-most-filmmakers-and-videographers-are-littered-with-easy-to-avoid-gaffes-here-are-nine-of-the-most-common-filmmaking-mistakes-and-some-easy-ways-to-avoid-them\">The early paths of most filmmakers and videographers are littered with easy-to-avoid gaffes. Here are nine of the most common filmmaking mistakes and some easy ways to avoid them.<\/h2>\n<p><em>Top image via PremiumBeat (How many mistakes do you see?)<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Filmmaking,<\/strong> at its heart, is a <strong>form<\/strong> <strong>of expression<\/strong>. It encourages <strong>freedom, experimentation,<\/strong> and <strong>innovation.<\/strong> There are an endless number of ways to<strong> set a shot, edit a scene, and tell a story<\/strong>. That being said, when you&#8217;re just starting out, there are several concepts, ideas, tips, and tricks which can help you make more <strong>thoughtful decisions<\/strong> in your <strong>filmmaking process.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s look at <strong>nine filmmaking mistakes <\/strong>which you may want to explore to better understand the art and your voice as a filmmaker.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"1-forgetting-equipment-or-arriving-with-uncharged-batteries\">1. Forgetting Equipment or Arriving with Uncharged Batteries<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-86573 size-full\" title=\"9 Filmmaking Mistakes to Avoid: Be Mindful of Gear\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/DSLR-Battery.jpg\" alt=\"9 Filmmaking Mistakes to Avoid: Be Mindful of Gear\" width=\"755\" height=\"391\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/DSLR-Battery.jpg 755w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/DSLR-Battery.jpg?resize=300,155 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/DSLR-Battery.jpg?resize=277,143 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/DSLR-Battery.jpg?resize=359,186 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/DSLR-Battery.jpg?resize=543,281 543w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/DSLR-Battery.jpg?resize=560,290 560w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/DSLR-Battery.jpg?resize=150,78 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><em>Image via <a href=\"https:\/\/premier.shutterstock.com\/image\/detail-377059189\/battery-charger-for-camera\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Shutterstock<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Again, things like this should be<strong> common knowledge<\/strong>\u00a0(regardless of your profession), but it still persists. Working as a <strong>professional videographer<\/strong> means taking the time to <strong>organize and properly prepare<\/strong> your gear and equipment well before you walk out of the door. Keeping your gear organized with a systematic workflow for <strong>charging batteries, dumping\/wiping cards, and keeping everything cataloged<\/strong> is paramount for any <strong>serious video professional<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"watch7-headline\" class=\"clearfix\">\n<div id=\"watch-headline-title\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/essential-gear-for-product-videos\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Essential Gear for Product Videos<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"watch-title-container\"><span id=\"eow-title\" class=\"watch-title\" dir=\"ltr\" title=\"How to extend your DSLR battery\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=OJW10_SVLro&amp;t=89s\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">How to Extend Your DSLR battery<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"watch-title-container\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0lUITJpJXPA\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span id=\"eow-title\" class=\"watch-title\" dir=\"ltr\" title=\"Backpacking Gear: Solar Charging for dSLR Camera Batteries\">Backpacking Gear: Solar Charging for DSLR Camera Batteries<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"2-working-with-dirty-lenses-or-sensors\">2. Working With Dirty Lenses or Sensors<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aj5y0p1RdUY?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>This shouldn&#8217;t be on the list. It should be <strong>common practice. <\/strong>Nonetheless,<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>it still pops up a little too often. Camera lenses are made of glass. Glass gets dirty. You have to <strong>regularly clean glass to remove dirt and blemishes unless you want your shots to look dirty.<\/strong>\u00a0Here are some resources on how get your <strong>glass<\/strong> to a spotless state.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/a-guide-to-cleaning-lenses-and-camera-sensors\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">A Guide to Cleaning Lenses and Camera Sensors<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/7-pro-lens-cleaning-tools-under-7\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">7 Pro Lens Cleaning Tools Under $7<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/how-to-not-clean-your-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">How to (Not) Clean Your Camera<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"3-shooting-out-of-focus-shots\">3. Shooting Out of Focus Shots<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/12dT7DR1Eg8?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Once mastered, <strong>focus can be a great tool in your cinematic toolbox<\/strong> for directing the audience&#8217;s attention and telling your story. However, when you&#8217;re first starting out, if you can&#8217;t control it, focus (or more specifically, a <em>lack<\/em> of focus) can<strong> absolutely ruin your shots<\/strong>. Watch the\u00a0video above on how to set focus and <strong>check out some of the following articles for a little more in-depth information<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/3-hacks-shooting-without-a-focus-puller\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">3 Hacks for Shooting Without a Focus Puller<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/best-follow-focus-options-for-under-200-dollars\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">\u00a0The Best Follow Focus Options for Under $200<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/focus-charts-for-videographers\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">What Are Focus Charts and Why Do You Need One?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"4-white-balance-being-off\">4. White Balance Being Off<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ak3wRrv1ZbI?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t understand <strong>white balance,<\/strong> you should definitely <strong>learn.<\/strong> If you don&#8217;t understand how to learn, you should definitely <strong>at least use auto-white balance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s no excuse for shooting <strong>daylight footage white balanced for tungsten<\/strong> or vice versa.\u00a0Here are some<strong> tips and tricks for working with white balance<\/strong>\u00a0in post.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/how-to-white-balance-in-premiere-pro\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Quick Tip: How to White Balance in Premiere Pro<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/white-balance-in-final-cut-pro\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">White Balance Footage in Final Cut Pro X<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/davinci-resolve-tip-use-color-keys-to-fix-white-balance\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">DaVinci Resolve Tip: Use Color Keys to Fix White Balance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"5-unintentionally-breaking-the-180-degree-rule\">5. (Unintentionally) Breaking the 180-Degree Rule<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_kplsjnnn_8?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s be honest. The <strong>180-degree rule is more of a suggestion than a rule<\/strong>. Of course, not having an understanding of <strong>what it is and why it works<\/strong> is the first step to creating confusing <strong>scenes and compositions<\/strong> which serve no direct purpose. If you can acknowledge your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/180-degree-rule-in-filmmaking\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><strong>mastery of the rule<\/strong><\/a> first, you&#8217;re well within your rights to break it \u2014\u00a0<strong>as long as it&#8217;s done intentionally.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=y4wX_dmh8_g\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Film Studies: 180-Degree Rule<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Bba7raSvvRo\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Quick Tips: Understanding The 180 Degree Rule<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YI9HDVuCllk\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Filmmaking Tutorial: 180 Degree Rule and Other Shot Sequence Tips<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"6-under-or-over-lighting-shots-with-poor-set-ups\">6. Under or Over Lighting Shots With\u00a0Poor Set-Ups<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JtT2YzCK1CU?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>When\u00a0working in <strong>professional videography<\/strong>, lighting is usually the part of production which separates the <strong>amateurs from the seasoned pros<\/strong>. Taking the time to <strong>understand and properly set up lighting<\/strong> for a scene can be a huge part of <strong>telling a story and adding depth<\/strong> to a shot. Here are some <strong>helpful resources<\/strong> to consider.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/5-practical-cinematic-lighting-tutorials\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">5 Practical Cinematic Lighting Tutorials<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/basic-light-placements\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Lighting 101: A Quick Guide for Lighting Film<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/7steps-for-lighting-scene\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">7 Steps for Lighting a Scene<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"7-overusing-or-improperly-using-warp-stabilizer\">7. Overusing or Improperly Using Warp Stabilizer<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rwOGXzA9S88?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/helpx.adobe.com\/premiere-pro\/using\/stabilize-motion-warp-stabilizer-effect.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Warp Stabilizer<\/a> is an effect in <a href=\"http:\/\/www.adobe.com\/products\/premiere.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Adobe&#8217;s Premiere Pro<\/a> (as well as<a href=\"http:\/\/www.adobe.com\/products\/aftereffects.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"> After Effects<\/a>). In itself, it is a powerful tool which can be used to <strong>stabilize shaky footage here or there \u2014 <\/strong>though it&#8217;s not always perfect and <strong>can&#8217;t work miracles on hopelessly unstable footage<\/strong>.\u00a0It&#8217;s all too common to see it applied improperly and <strong>create waves in footage<\/strong> which can ruin a project. Here are some <strong>tips for how to properly use<\/strong> or avoid using it.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/nofilmschool.com\/2014\/02\/comprehensive-guide-making-adobes-warp-stabilizer\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">A Comprehensive Guide to Making the Most of Adobe&#8217;s Warp Stabilizer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/remove-warp-from-warp-stabilizer-using-after-effects\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Remove Warp From Warp Stabilizer Using After Effects<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.premierebro.com\/blog\/4-tips-for-warp-stabilizer\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">4 Tips for Warp Stabilizer in Premiere Pro<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"8-not-taking-the-time-to-balance-and-smooth-out-audio\">8. Not Taking the Time to Balance and Smooth Out Audio<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yN4WNG-XYcw?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;start=516&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Audio is simply<strong> too important to be last on the editing to-do list<\/strong> and first on the chopping block. Bad, inconsistent audio can ruin a video from the get-go, so it&#8217;s important to treat it, well,<strong>\u00a0like it&#8217;s important.\u00a0<\/strong>Here are some tips and tricks for <strong>balancing and smoothing out audio transitions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/cross-fade-audio-in-premiere-pro-and-fcpx\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">How to Crossfade Audio Tracks in Premiere Pro and FCPX<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/how-to-set-audio-levels-for-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">How to Set Audio Levels for Video<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/audio-tips-and-tricks-removing-echo-and-reverb\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Audio Tips and Tricks: Removing Echo and Reverb<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"9-incorrectly-formatting-and-or-exporting\">9. Incorrectly Formatting\u00a0and\/or Exporting<\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Understanding Exports - Video Tutorial\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/115534648?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re<strong> exporting for YouTube or television,\u00a0<\/strong>you need to be intentional with your export and formatting settings. Many editing programs include<strong> helpful presets<\/strong> that are often ignored if you don&#8217;t know where to look. <strong>Here are some helpful resources<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-exporting-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Everything You Need to Know About Exporting Video<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/how-to-properly-export-video-for-youtube\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">How to Properly Export Video for YouTube<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/quick-tip-exporting-multiple-timelines-in-adobe-premiere-pro\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Quick Tip: Exporting Multiple Timelines in Adobe Premiere Pro<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"post-title\"><strong>What were some of you earliest filmmaking mistakes and video goofs?<\/strong> Share your war stories in the comments below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The early paths of most filmmakers and videographers are littered with easy-to-avoid gaffes. 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