Production

Production is the filming stage of your shoot which includes cinematography, audio and lights, as well as directing, art and effects. The following articles will help you in your search for proper equipment and new techniques which will make your video look more professional.

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Video in the Classroom - 5 Tips for Videotaping in Schools

Jennifer O'Rourke - September 12th, 2011

It's that time of year when students return to school with new schedules and a plethora of activities. Here are some tips for shooting video in the classroom.
Philo T. Farnsworth, 14-year-old Inventor of Television

Jennifer O'Rourke - September 09th, 2011

The first known video transmission was made from an idea conceived by a child who was only 14 years old, the Father of Television Philo T. Farnsworth.
Using Household Items for Video Production

Anonymous (not verified) - Thu, 09/01/2011 - 12:00am

Making video is expensive - not only do you have to have the best camera, but you need all that other stuff - mics, lights, tripods and a myriad of support accessories.
Interviewing Tips

Anonymous (not verified) - Thu, 09/01/2011 - 12:00am

Whether you're interviewing your family for grandma and grandpa's 50th anniversary, the CEO of a business for a training video, or even a politician for a news story; there are a few tried and true tips used by the pros that can help you put together a clean and polished interview.
Essentials for New Directors

Anonymous (not verified) - Thu, 09/01/2011 - 12:00am

The term "director" can conjure images of someone with a megaphone, barking orders, looking harried and perhaps sweating profusely - even swearing.
How to Get the Best Audio from DSLR Cameras

Anonymous (not verified) - Thu, 09/01/2011 - 12:00am

Curious video shooters checking out DSLRs love the video capturing, but find audio gathering cumbersome. Here are some tips for DSLR video and audio acquisition.
iDC Run & Gun Kit and U-Boat Cage Reviewed

Anonymous (not verified) - Thu, 09/01/2011 - 12:00am

The iDC Run & Gun Kit is a simple and effective way to refine your control with Canon's HDSLRs. The U-Boat is a highly portable cage that can adapt to a wide variety of situations.
Datavideo DN-60 Field Recorder Reviewed

Anonymous (not verified) - Thu, 09/01/2011 - 12:00am

Lacking some of the bells and whistles of its pricier competitors, but Datavideo's DN-60 compact flash card recorder gets the job done at a fraction of the cost.
Cinevate Atlas 10 FLT Slider Dolly Review

Anonymous (not verified) - Thu, 09/01/2011 - 12:00am

With its extreme versatility, carefully machined aluminum and sleek design, Cinevate's Atlas 10 FLT is an incredibly useful piece of gear.
Nikon D5100 HDSLR Camera Review

Anonymous (not verified) - Thu, 09/01/2011 - 12:00am

Feature rich, excellent image quality and great low light performance make the Nikon D5100 a strong contender in the sub-$1,000 price range.