The prosumer video production revolution is changing the face of the industry, so what should you expect in the future? There was a time when video production was akin to construction work. If you wanted to construct a building or shoot a video, you’d need to contract teams of experts for ev

These anamorphic lens flares are ready for your video projects and motion graphic design — with everything from subtle flares to bright light hits. PremiumBeat has bundled 17 free anamorphic lens flare overlays for you to use in your videos and graphics. We shot these overlays in a

In this video tutorial, find out everything you need to know to build a studio flat from the ground up for your next film or video project. Building a studio flat to replicate a normal room or area in your house seems like a lot of work. And, it is. But, let’s take a second to consider

Deciding how to share your film with the world involves many factors. Here are some insights into the perks of distributing it yourself. We’d all love to open our inboxes one morning to find a message from A24 looking to distribute our buzzing indie features. However, until that day comes, w

In this short guide, we round up some advice for filmmakers and videographers shooting promotional videos for restaurants and bars. In the professional video world, clients come in all shapes and sizes. Traditionally, bars and restaurants have not used video much in their marketing efforts —

Learn to unlock the potential of your Canon 5D Mark IV with this powerful, in-camera multiple-exposure photography functionality. The Canon 5D Mark IV is a powerful tool for both video production and photography. For videographers who could use a multi-purpose camera like the 5D, it’s import

In this video tutorial, we’ve rounded up seven quick-and-easy camera and lighting builds to expand your filmmaking arsenal. Of all the filmmaking innovations that the industry has seen, the do-it-yourself work ethic is still the most beneficial to the community. Filmmakers helping film

Are you moving to a new city and looking to make some fresh industry connections? Follow these professional tips and tricks. Speaking from experience, moving cities can be complicated and time-consuming. You have packing and unpacking to deal with, as well as setting up utilities, bills, and

We gathered some expert genre filmmaking advice from the filmmakers at this year’s Fantastic Fest. Here’s what they had to say. Every year, roughly a month before Halloween, thousands of genre film fans from across the globe gather in Austin, Texas for Fantastic Fest. Hosted by A

Filming a documentary means lots of footage, and that means the edit is no small undertaking. Here’s our advice on how to manage the project Any documentary filmmaker can tell you that one of the most difficult parts of any documentary project is after you finish shooting and move to t

When you bring a second camera operator onto your film or video shoot, be sure you communicate clearly about these five important elements. If you stay in the film and video game long enough, you’ll find that there are many jobs that you simply can’t do alone. When you get to that poin

We’ve rounded up some some practical production advice for working with voice-over (VO) in your corporate video projects. Corporate video is all about messaging. Take a hypothetical situation that many corporate video producers face from time to time: you have a client, you have a conc

We examined the state of the music video production industry based on insights from a viral sensation director. Here’s what we found out. For many Millennials, DANIELS is a household name. The directing duo of Daniel “Dan” Kwan and Daniel Scheinert has had a meteoric rise f

Creating a Facebook video ad campaign for yourself or a client? Here are five of the most important insights to keep in mind. While their public relations department may be working hard to curtail negative PR for “fake news,” and the public persona may be taking a hit, make no mi

Filmmaker workshops, labs, and fellowships offer a number of benefits for the indie filmmaker. Here’s what you need to know before you apply. On the heels of the announcement of SXSW Feature winner Jim Cummings inaugural class of the Short to Feature Lab, we take a look at some of the

Follow these steps to really earn a twist ending in your feature film — one that will leave audiences coming back for more. Causal fans and seasoned cinefiles can never get enough of twist endings. There’s something about the experience of it all. You feel tricked, or even lied to, by being

When you’re just starting out as a filmmaker, an affordable zoom lens can be your best friend. Here are our picks for the best lenses for beginners. For those just diving into the world of filmmaking and video production, a solid zoom lens can be a powerful tool with your digital camera of c

In which we take a look at the different career paths for commercial, indie, and corporate video production and filmmaking. When I first got into filmmaking, I was lucky enough to have a mentor sit me down and ask some hard questions about what type of career I would like to pursue. The answ

Here are five creative tips and tricks for documentary filmmakers looking to capture footage of their subjects in motion. Whether it’s a stage performance or a bull-riding rodeo, documentary filmmakers often find themselves with the difficult task of capturing dynamic footage of their docume

“A Quiet Place” uses sound design and editing as powerful narrative elements. We took a closer look to see how it crafts this unique soundscape. From playing everyone’s favorite buddy in The Office to writing, directing, and starring in the recent hit indie horror film A Quiet Pl