Directors

Every director has a story; whether they were overnight sensations or had to travel down a long road before finding success. These stories can help bring inspiration and insight to your own goals and the path that lies ahead in trying to achieve them.

Shooting Tip: Be Bold With Your Camera Shots

Greg Olson - June 04th, 2012

When I'm on a shoot, I constantly think about what tool can take a camera shot from ordinary to extraordinary. There are some really great camera accessories out there that can help you achieve that exact goal. Who doesn't want to glide along the dolly track for that smooth shot, or throw on that stabilizer and get a great follow shot? Many times, just keeping your shot steady on a tripod can separate a beginner from a pro. However, relying too heavily on the tools in your arsenal can actually restrict your options.
Fair Trade Connection Shares Stories of Global Workers with Video

mikerosen - May 31st, 2012

It's always exciting when we see someone using their video skills to help improve the world. We've long seen the potential for video to change the world, from its role in democratizing news gathering to its use as a classroom aid for education.
Gap Tooth Documentary Shows Even Small Stories Can Intrigue

mikerosen - May 25th, 2012

We've often talked about documentary video on this site and the one thing that we've stressed time and again is that a documentary topic does not need to be "big" to be good. Many readers look at documentaries like Ken Burns' Civil War and assume that all documentaries need to be similarly epic sagas. But sometimes smaller stories have even more potential to really speak to people.
Paranormal Comedy 'Assignment: Unexplained' Takes the Case

mikerosen - May 03rd, 2012

This week, we have another exciting video tidbit from the Videomaker community. Videomaker's Facebook friend Tim Heiderich is the brains behind the brand new Internet serial Assignment: Unexplained, an irreverent satire of paranormal reality television series like Ghost Hunters or Paranormal Cops. Goth/frat boy Chase Nightblood (Nate Scholz) has assembled a not-so-crack team of investigators to help him unravel the Fortean mysteries of aliens, chupacabras, and yetis.
Movie President shows Video Skills in Comedy, Horror YouTube videos

mikerosen - April 26th, 2012

We always like to call attention to dedicated creative people who are making big things with video, who can do more with less. That's why we were so excited to see the video work of The Movie President. The Movie President is the brainchild of Kevin A. Millward, a film student at Northern Kentucky University. Kevin's movies are a great example of what indie video creators can accomplish, making great entertainment on a shoestring budget.
NAB 2012: Hunger Games Director Gary Ross to Headline Creative Master Series

Mike Wilhelm - April 10th, 2012

Each year video and film enthusiests look forward to the tech and industry news coming out of NAB. This year, those lucky enough to attend will have a chance to attend a talk by Hunger Games director Gary Ross. Among other films, Mr. Ross is known for directing Seabiscuit and Pleasantville, as well as writing the mega-hit Big. At the time of this posting, Hunger Games is at the top of the box office charts in the united states and has had the third highest grossing domestic opening weekend ever. In addition to Gary Ross, Hunger Games sound designers Lon Bender and Bill Dean will be participating.
James Cameron's Voyage to the Ocean Floor

Jackson Wong - March 26th, 2012

The maximum depth reached was about 6.8mi. - the furthest ever for a solo explorer. As for what Cameron returned with from the voyage, survival for one
Indie Sci Fi Flick 'Sledgehammer' Looks to Kickstarter for Funds

mikerosen - March 22nd, 2012

We're always interested in stories of up-and-coming indie movie projects. One such project that caught our eye was Sledgehammer, an Aliens-inspired science fiction film about a group of space marines marooned on a distant planet full of hostile monsters. The design of the monster was what really did it for me.
SXSW - South by Southwest Film Festival is here.

Jennifer O'Rourke - March 09th, 2012

If you're into music and films festivals, Austin is the place to be for SXSW - South by Southwest Film Festival for some Texas style entertainment you'll love.
Another Video Production Workshop is Underway!

Jennifer O'Rourke - February 24th, 2012

We enjoy teaching our workshops and these tight-knit groups always leave exhausted, but with a new knowledge and understanding of the filed of video production.