The Basics
This is how your camera’s lens produces a usable image
In its most basic form, a lens is a piece of glass or plastic with curved surfaces. Lenses are used to bend rays of...
How to plan a successful video ad
Here we’ll focus on the pre-production aspects of producing a video commercial. We’ll discuss all the steps that must be completed before you press...
Top 4 tips for successful cold calling
My father sold insurance for a living, and in paying just a little bit of attention, I promise if you solicit, it will yield...
Know Your Audio Signal Processing Techniques
Considering that this article will be delving into the rich world of signal processing, I feel honor-bound to make a few suggestions:
Avoid large...
Location Sound Recording: How to Cut through the Noise
When working on a tight budget web series, or a low budget film, there is no money — or time — to re-record audio....
4 Common Lighting Mistakes (and how to fix them)
Lighting is an art that can take years to master. Avoiding these mistakes, however, is a quick way to improve your results.
Technique
Day for night shooting: Shooting night scenes on a budget
Day for night shooting is a staple of the filming industry, allowing productions to cut costs and film night scenes during the day.
Video editing software: How to find your best solution
Just as a craftsperson chooses their tools to fit their needs, you'll need to choose the right video editing software for the task at hand.
How to create a stunning timelapse — even in changing light
One of the great things that timelapse video can do is show us our world in a way that’s impossible or very difficult for...
Making money with video production
The video industry offers a plethora of intersecting career pathways. Let's explore some of the ways that you can make money with video.
How to find clients for your video business
Have you ever performed a random internet search for "video production services"? Go ahead and do it, I'll wait.
Okay, so what did you find?...
Film lighting 101: The tools and techniques you should know
Understanding film lighting tools and techniques is essential to making great film and video.
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Making Money
Your guide to making money with your indie films
In a nutshell
Find a hobby, philanthropic effort, political motivation or maybe a personal issue important to a potential investor to get your film fundedSelling...
Top 4 tips for successful cold calling
My father sold insurance for a living, and in paying just a little bit of attention, I promise if you solicit, it will yield...
5 tips for creating social media video
Over the past 10 years, social media has exploded in popularity. Platforms like YouTube, Facebook and Instagram—as well as many others— have millions of...
7 Profitable Video Business Models with Little Competition
The obvious problem with joining the crowd is that you’re liable to get trampled, and the popular video markets, such as weddings and commercials,...
How do you work with a client set on bad ideas?
Bad client ideas can be tough to work past, especially when the client won't budge. Here's how you can steer them in the right direction.
GoPro is better off after leaving the drone market
GoPro’s 2019 has been great for the company. It’s first quarter revenue is up compared to last year and that jump is because GoPro left the drone market.
Reviews
Sony PDT-FP1 review: A highly versatile transmitter for an unbeatable price
The Sony PDT-FP1 is an impressively flexible device that delivers features that simply aren’t available at its price point.
Fujifilm X100VI review: A stellar photography camera with limited video capability
The Fujifilm X10VI is a joy to use and a great camera for photography. But for video shooters, the X1000VI falls short of its competition.
The RØDE Wireless Pro review: A worthwhile investment?
We put the RØDE Wireless Pro to the test to see if it delivers on its promise of being a professional wireless recorder.
Logitech Mevo Core review: A first-of-its-kind 4K mirrorless webcam
The Logitech Mevo Core comes with a steep price tag, but it’s a super helpful tool for higher-end livestreams.
Shure MoveMic review: Is it competitive in the next gen of wireless mics?
Shure’s MoveMic might be a good option if you want to capture simple videos, but it falls short of its competitors.
Blackmagic Camera review: Today’s best camera app for professionals?
There's a lot to like about the Blackmagic Camera app. With it being free, there's not a reason to give it a try.
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Buyer's Guides
The best low-budget lighting equipment under $250 — 2024
Looking for budget-friendly video lighting? We've got the perfect low-cost solutions in this buyer’s guide.
The best PC components for your custom video editing computer
Building a video editing computer from scratch? We've rounded up the best PC components today to help you build a powerful editing machine.
Best After Effects and motion graphics template sites — 2024
You have the tools needed to create stunning motion graphics, but do you have the time? If not, using motion graphics templates can be a great way to add polish to a production without blowing your deadline.
The best stock video sites — 2024
Stock video sometimes gets a bad rap in the filmmaking community. In reality, however, we see stock video used every day in any number...
The best royalty-free music and sound effects sites — 2024
Music and sound effects are a crucial part of any film or video project. Using royalty-free stock music in your next project is one way to cut costs without sacrificing quality.
The best digital storage for video editors — 2024
As digital video resolutions increase, our need for storage increases as well. If you’re ready to step up to a new storage solution, you’re in the right place.
The best laptops for video editing — 2024
For video editors, finding the perfect portable workstation is like catching a unicorn. It is no easy task to find the perfect balance of performance vs. price point.
The best desktop computers for video editing — 2024
An efficient editing workflow depends on a solid editing system. Here's a look at the best desktop computers for video editing.
The best camera bags and cases — 2024
Finding the right camera bag or case for your gear can be challenging, particularly if this is the first bag or case you've ever purchased.
The best audio recorders — 2024
Good audio is one of the foundations of good video. Here we will cover the best audio recorders currently out on the market.
The best video monitors — 2024
We rely on our video monitors to show us an accurate representation of our images throughout the production process. Here are some of the best video monitors currently on the market.
The best advanced camera support for video — 2024
While the camera will always be at the core of your production setup, using the best camera support is vital in getting smooth cinematic shots.
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