The Color Rendering Index can help you get the best LED color reproductions. The Color Rendering Index (CRI) is the go-to measure when speaking about the quality of different sources of light; the CRI rating can have a big effect on the reproduction of colors in your video shoot, so it̵

Vlogs are taking over online content. Here’s how to get yours started. Vlogging has become big business for some filmmakers; there are YouTubers who make more money than Hollywood actors and directors combined, and they get sponsorship deals from some of the biggest brands on the plane

Welcome to your latest obsession: a website dedicated to collecting stills from some of the greatest movies of all time. If you could use a nerdy pick me up, here is an introduction to Film Grab, an online resource for all your favorite film visuals. This super simple site offers just a few

MIT Researchers are developing a new software-based system for aerial drone cinematography. The days of dual drone pilots and camera operators may be numbered. According to MIT News, scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are currently developing a new software that allows

Save a time by previewing and importing files from the Premiere Pro Media Browser panel. I used to work with a lot of P2 files several years ago, and it was quite a headache. The folder structure of these MXF files is quite frustrating. Importing footage into Premiere was very counterintuit

Film Riot shares 5 tips for working as a grip that will land you more work on set. All images via Film Riot. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to move up in the film industry, helping out a friend or a local production is an excellent way to broaden your experience. Film Riot

Camera angles can affect the tone of your film. Learn how to use this to your advantage. Filmmaking is a language. Every choice you make directly affects how your audience will interpret your film. Critically acclaimed TV and movies usually enjoy high rates of audience approval because the s

Consider these camera cages to maximize your video production. When you’re building your rig for a shoot, you may find yourself pressed for space. Instead of making decisions on how to downsize or drop external monitors for more audio recording space or vice versa, why not maximize your wor

Aspiring Vloggers and content creators, check out these tips for using vlog music in YouTube videos by Cinecom. All images via Cinecom and PremiumBeat. Ever wonder what a day in the life of a YouTube vlogger is like? Well, the good people at Cinecom have the answer. In their R

Optimize your editing workflow with markers in Adobe Premiere Pro CC. Cover image via Shutterstock. Markers are an often underutilized tool in the Premiere Pro CC toolbox. They are little colored tabs you can apply to both your timeline and your source clips to indicate important points in t

The definitive guide to choosing the right slider for your next project. As recently as 2009, the market had yet to cash in on the success of the DSLR revolution, and for the most part, if you wanted a steady tracking shot, you needed a dolly and some track. However, since 2010, DSLR slider

Improve your swipe transitions by animating a still image in Adobe Premiere Pro. When it comes to video transitions, I’m always trying to step up my game. To me, a good transition cuts a scene seamlessly without making the audience feel like something was there in the first place. In today&

These versatile lenses continue to be high-performing video production assets. The Zeiss Otus line of lenses have been on the market for a few years; however, I recently rediscovered them as I was looking for a quality lens option for a project that needed something more affordable than tra

A good stabilizer is essential for any videographer on the go. Check out these top picks. In an earlier article, I covered how you can fix footage in post-production that you captured on a whim. With the current technology of many consumer mirrorless and DSLR cameras, you may always be able

These lenses are good additions to any videographer’s go-to kit. This breakdown explains why. Most of us don’t always have the budget to rent a set of Master Primes. I’ve been on the search for the ultimate budget-friendly, everyday lens kit for quite some time. In my search, I’ve nar

Give your clients the results they need with this latest trend in video production. Before making the switch to freelance, I worked in-house at a company for almost four years on their video marketing team. When working in-house at a corporation, you see all the different roles within a com

Learn how to design wedding titles for highlight reels in Adobe After Effects. Weddings are perhaps one of the most stressful projects to shoot. There are more than enough key moments a video producer must worry about when shooting: the ceremony, the toast, the first dance, the cake cutting,

Follow these 6 pro tips to shoot realistic fight scenes in your next film. If you’re anything like me, you grew up watching and re-watching some of your favorite action-adventure films on TV and VHS. I probably saw some action classics like Raiders of the Lost Ark or The Matrix hundreds of

The ARRI M18 can be one of the most powerful lighting tools for independent filmmakers. The Arri M18 is a great light that I constantly keep on set. It’s a powerful and versatile lighting tool for crews of all sizes. In this article, I’ll detail four reasons why you should consider br

Control your drone with your head using DJI’s new FPV Goggles. All images via DJI. DJI made waves this week at NAB by announcing their groundbreaking new goggles. The goggles are a new way to look at the world (and your footage!) in that they enable users to control the drone through h