If you know you’re shooting with limited access to power, these LED lights can make all the difference. If you know you’re headed for one of these shoots and you have to pack light, it might be worth acquiring an LED light that is compact, independently powered, and budget frien

These techniques will help you simulate moving light from a television, computer, or phone on your next shoot. When you’re trying to replicate the light from a screen, one of the key elements is the flicker created by changes in light between shots and scenes in a show, a movie, or st

The ARRI SkyPanel is one of the most versatile LED lights available. I remember using LEDs during their infancy. They offered very little output, but they had a promising future. At the time, I couldn’t commit to using them heavily on set, especially as primary key sources. I shoot a lot of

Pixar in a Box introduces the principles of filmmaking with interesting and accessible courses. Top image via Pixar. Sometimes, creatives in the filmmaking industry fail to understand the math, science, and technology behind the craft. Maybe they didn’t pay attention in school, maybe t

Add this versatile tool to your next shoot for hundreds less than retail. There’s a long history of tinkerers in the film business. In fact, most of the grip equipment we use today started as garage prototypes, built out of necessity by some handy guy. Walk onto any well-equipped grip truck,

Announcing PremiumBeat’s Indie Filmmaker Prize Pack! We’re giving away a GH5, 4 Rokinon cine lenses, $500 in music, $500 from RocketStock, and a pro camera bag. Enter now for your chance to win! The Panasonic Lumix GH5 is the most anticipated camera of 2017, and we’re givin

Let’s take a look at some of the year’s best documentaries — and the cameras that captured their stories. Top Image via Pulse Films. 2016’s documentaries demonstrate once again the importance of telling an engaging and thoughtful story — no matter the size of the production

Don’t find yourself without the tools you need when you need them the most. Here are the must-have tools for video production. A go-bag for your essential tools is a great way to keep your production running. It’s the best and easiest way to handle any hiccups that may happen on

Catch up on the latest video tech with these seven innovative Kickstarter campaigns. As any video professional will tell you, filmmaking technology is advancing at an incredible rate. Digital video technology is becoming smaller, faster, and more innovative so quickly that it can be hard to

While digital attention spans shrink, documentary filmmakers must adapt. Learn how you can be at the forefront of micro-documentary filmmaking. Breaking into documentary filmmaking is difficult. Making a name for yourself is just as hard. But fear not. A new age of digital documentary filmm

Canon adds two new DSLR cameras and a new mirrorless body — all under $1,000. Don’t expect to shoot video in 4K. All images via Canon. Canon has just announced the arrival of their new DSLR cameras — the EOS 77D and Rebel T7i. Also joining the camera lineup is the Canon M6 — the latest

Smartphones are incredibly useful for documentary filmmakers, but how can you keep shooting with limited battery life and storage space? Top Image via Photo-Nic. Smartphones are becoming more serious contenders in documentary filmmaking with each new iteration. They’re small, lightweight, an

Like indie filmmaking? This might just be the cheapest DIY video camera rig in the world. All images via thefrugalfilmmaker. When it comes to indie filmmaking, it’s not uncommon to need a little creativity when it comes to your rigs. Shopping-cart dollies and Rollerblade sliders are co

Shift your editing into overdrive with these 5 awesome Premiere Pro tips. Sometimes, even the slightest change in your workflow can save you dozens of hours on a project in Premiere Pro. Even if you’ve been using Premiere Pro for a while, you can surprise yourself by learning something new.

Shooting interviews for your next video project? Follow these tips to make your interviewees comfortable and get the best results. Conducting interviews for film, video, or television requires a nuanced skill set. Yes, strong technical knowledge is important so you can set-up, light, and re

Take control of window lighting on your next shoot with ND filters. Windows are light sources that can work wonders — if you use them correctly. They’re ideal for soft key lights when the camera faces away from them. However, when cameras face windows providing backlight, trouble can

Switch between EF, PL, and B4 mounts with the new URSA Mini Pro video camera, and grade footage on the go with the two new DaVinci Resolve color grading panels. All images via Blackmagic Design. In today’s Blackmagic Design press conference, the company announced a brand new URSA Mini

Shooting with a SnorriCam creates a wildly disorienting point of view and a skewed perspective that immediately grabs the audience’s attention. Let’s explore the rig and look at how you can make your own. With the advent of consumer action cameras such as the GoPro and Sony Acti

With the Oscars, a handful of slick new video tools, some helpful free production assets, and a few exciting announcements, 2017 is looking good for filmmakers and videographers. Here’s the latest industry news. Freebies, flops, trends, tools — We’re only two months into 2017, b

You stumble across a scene that would work perfectly in your film or video project — but all you have is your camera. How do you capture an impromptu moment without a tripod or other support gear and still make it look pro? It’s crazy to think that the compact camera you keep in your