Filming any event during the coronavirus pandemic is a challenge. Here are the safety measures to take while filming an event during COVID-19. While COVID-19 may be causing weddings and events to rethink some of their original plans, they’re certainly still happening. Many events are r

In this article, we’ll discuss the importance of the thumbnail image for your videos — and how to choose, create, and upload one. I know what you’re thinking: “An entire article on how to create thumbnail images for my videos? Who cares?” And while a video’s thumbnail image

From the “Sneaks” section of Adobe Max, take a look at the future-tech for animating text, bringing static images to life, and one-click audio editing. It’s safe to say that as a company, Adobe is doing pretty good these days. Nowhere is that more obvious than at the company’s annual Adobe M

Here is a look into the vast capabilities of TikTok, the latest video sharing app, and what it can offer to the world of social media. For those who have worked in digital video marketing for long enough (say, even just a few years), there seem to be some patterns emerging in regards to thes

In this write-up, we take a look at some of the decision-making that will go into the framing and focus of your video interview setups. If you work in the film and video industry long enough, you’re going to find yourself setting up for a video interview shoot sooner or later. (Heck, I proba

Gear, travel expenses, the editing process — we discuss how to calculate just how much your video services are worth to potential clients. So here you are. You’ve gone to film school (or you’ve done your homework, learning from online resources and YouTube tutorials). You know your craft. Yo

Let’s take a look at some practical cinematography and editing tips that can help you create smooth, stable, and beautiful smartphone videos. No one in the film and video industry wants to hear this, but there’ll come a day when we shoot everything on smartphones. Or, at least, some ve

Shooting a concert for a solo artist or a band? Here are some tried-and-true approaches you can use to pull the project together. We’ve all been there. You have a friend who plays drums in some killer new band, who found out that you “do film and video stuff” and is begging you t

Here are five insights into landing those lucrative freelance agency gigs — and the guide to holding onto them once you do. In my time, I’ve been lucky enough to be on both sides of the freelancer table for agency video production gigs, and let me tell you that it’s just as fickle and arbitr

Consider the following advice for recording video and taking photos (at the same time) before shooting your next live event. On paper, it makes perfect sense. You have a nice, multipurpose, digital camera with great video recording and photography capabilities. On top, there is a simple butt

One of the most exciting features of the GH5 is its ability to shoot a high-resolution time-lapse, in-camera without any additional gear or software. Note: This timelapse tutorial is based on GH5 Firmware update v. 2.4 In the second part of our tutorial on the time-lapse workflow for the GH5

We recently spoke with one of the busiest supervising sound engineers in the business about what it takes to build a world using sound. Of all the different elements involved in the production of a film, sound is the unsung hero. A good audio engineer is one of the most valuable assets you c

Looking to add more value to your corporate video projects? Here are five ways to give your clients more bang for their buck. As the digital marketing landscape continues to evolve, one thing is for sure: corporate video may ebb and flow, but it will never cease to be a reliable revenue stre

Real estate video production can be lucrative work. So what does it take to secure projects and succeed in this niche industry? They say there’s no better investment than real estate. Sure, they’re talking about investing in land, but it’s also true for commercial videography. If

In this article, we take a look at the keys to success when shooting beautiful landscape footage for your next film or video project. Whether you’re shooting B-roll for your latest narrative or documentary feature, or looking to get some beautiful shots for your travel vlog — or even shootin

In our latest cinematography guide, we take a look at how to light, shoot, and design your next product photo or video shoot. Some of the most challenging-yet-lucrative work a videographer or filmmaker can get is shooting products. It involves taking pictures and capturing video of different

Every great cinematographer has a signature style. You can develop yours by studying the experts, beginning with Wes Anderson. Cover image from Wes Anderson‘s American Express commercial. From Bottle Rocket to Isle of Dogs, Wes Anderson has consistently delighted cinephiles with his wh

Let’s take a look at the “Three P’s” of taking on new filmmaking or videography projects: passion, prestige, and profit. As a freelance videographer or editor, you have the luxury (or burden, at times) of choosing the projects you work on. Sometimes, these gigs can b

This uber-successful horror director dives into his latest project and what future directors should expect on set. All images via ponysmasher. Director the recent film Annabelle: Creation and YouTube extraordinaire David F. Sandberg takes us through directing a feature film — regardless of y

Production designers are essential for successful film and video projects. Find out how you can improve your workflow with these talented filmmakers. I love visual arts — I wish I could draw and paint better, and I wish I were a Photoshop expert. In short, I admire production designers. The