The filmmaking techniques on display in Citizen Kane continue to influence generations of artists. Here are six takeaways for your next film or video project. Citizen Kane images and clips via Warner Citizen Kane is still considered one of the greatest films ever made. Despite the fact that

Floor it! Here are six pieces of practical advice and some behind-the-scenes tutorials on how to safely and efficiently film a pedal-to-the-metal car chase scene. In way, cinema was built for the car chase, at least in the U.S.A. It’s everything we want to see. It’s loud, it’s dangerous, it

Follow along as the cinematographers behind some of the year’s most-acclaimed films share behind-the-scenes stories and offer real-deal industry insight. The Hollywood Reporter’s annual Oscar Roundtables are a fantastic watch for anyone with even a mild interest in the film indus

Vimeo dives into the competitive workflow collaboration market with new video review features. The world of video review is a competitive space where companies like Frame.io and Wipster vie for the loyalty of media pros. Now, Vimeo takes them head on with the announcement of some new collab

For most videographers, there’s really no need to build out a full color grading suite. Use these color tools instead — and then put them away when you’re done! Can’t dedicate your editing suite to massive color consoles? These color grading tools are handy when you need t

Is your tight budget preventing you from pulling off an epic dolly shot? Try one of these cheap DIY dolly options to get your shots rolling. When first starting out in filmmaking, you traditionally learn camera movements based on working with a static tripod. Pans and tilts are your best fr

Discover the latest music to hit our library and give your videos a fresh new sound for 2017. The start of any year is an opportunity to take on new creative endeavors and try out video projects that you may not normally consider. In other words, it’s about keeping things fresh. With that

The Academy Color Encoding System aims to be the filmmaking industry standard for managing color. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences strives to protect, archive, and advance the arts and sciences of motion pictures. The organization is mostly known for awarding the Oscars, but

Looking to land more corporate clients for your video production projects? Consider learning the ins and outs of legal marketing. Corporate video is a well-covered subject on the PremiumBeat blog, as it’s a fantastic way for video pros to make money while honing their skills. One of t

Learn how to design and animate split horror titles with custom shading and textures, inspired by M. Night Shyamalan’s Split. Does your video project require a serious suspense or horror feel? Creating custom horror titles can sometimes be a struggle — after all, there are a million wa

Take a look at the gear and glass behind this year’s Academy Award-nominated films, and get the behind-the-scenes scoop from the filmmakers themselves. Top image: Rodrigo Prieto on the set of Silence via Kodak  When it comes to filmmaking, it doesn’t really matter what gear you h

Another new year, another new round of juicy camera conjecture. Here’s your officially unofficial 2017 camera rumor roundup! Expectations are high for camera releases in 2017. Just like in years past, we’ve rounded up the latest camera rumors that have appeared online. While a lot of l

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 takes 2017 by storm. This may be the camera you’ve been waiting for. Here’s the scoop! All images via Panasonic Looks like the rumors were true! Panasonic officially announced the Lumix GH5 back at Photokina in September. Today, the company revealed al

Learn how to light your shot quickly and cheaply without overexposing your incandescent practical light. Let’s have a look at a basic setup to better understand the technique. All images via David Goodman Practical lights are visible lights in your shot that can also provide much-needed illu

Need to apply audio and effect changes to multiple audio tracks — all at the same time? No problem. Follow these steps to create a submix in Adobe Premiere Pro. A submix is an audio track that combines audio signals/tracks and routes them to your master track. Submixes can be mono, stereo,

We talked to the team behind MotoCrane, a powerful camera crane system that can turn almost any hunk o’ junk into a state-of-the-art camera car. Here’s what they had to say. All images via MotoCrane The MotoCrane is the coolest new camera rig so far this year. Unlike traditional

The old adage of “work smart, not hard” is the key to efficient filmmaking. Here are eight tips to maximize your videos by minimizing your effort. Okay, so maybe lazy isn’t the right word. Is Mr. Miyagi from The Karate Kid lazy for having young Daniel-san wash his car and

The allure of Reddit’s front page may be great, but reaching it is easier said than done. Here’s everything you must consider before posting your videos. The Reddit community is as vast as it is fickle. Having a video of your creation climb across its various subreddits can garn

Before shooting a conversation for your next film, consider the 180-Degree Rule. It’s one of the most universally known rules of filmmaking — and you might want to completely disregard it. Above image via Fox Searchlight Pictures One of the first rules of filmmaking that you’re t

Learn how to draw inspiration from the history of cinema while putting your viewing habits to use through the art of homage. Top Image: Rogue One: A Star Wars Story via Disney The cinematic machine stays alive by cultivating an ongoing sense of self-awareness and self-reference. Let’s