August 2009 Table of Contents
Columns
Video For Beginners: What Comes Before "Video For Dummies" ?
Here at Videomaker, we have been publishing articles and teaching video for beginners since 1986. Many people are time-deficient, so they must learn quickly.
Basic Training: Camera Movement Techniques - Tilt, Pan, Zoom, Pedestal, Dolly and Truck
Learn to develop a variety of basic camera movement techniques to move your audience when the scene calls for a tilt, pan, zoom, pedestal ,dolly, or truck.
Distribution: Online Social Networking For Video Producers
As social networking sites continue to grow, videographers who create plans for promoting their videos using online social networking will benefit.
Directing: Documentary Interview Tips
The key to a good documentary interview is to listen. Maintain eye contact with your subject. Do not look down at your notes or settle for generalizations.
Editing: Fool Proof Collaboration for Online Video Producers
Smart producers are using online video collaboration to get fast feedback from their clients and to make adjustments without needing to meet the client.
Post Production Video Editing Tips
Tips on how to use fix problems in post production with editing software, plugins and a little time. So you can say -Don't worry, well fix it in post.
Test Bench
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Abaltat Muse 2.0 Music Composition Software Review
A World-Class Composer for the Rest of Us. Abaltat Muse 2.0 gives visual editors a leg up on creating custom music scores in a simple, no-fuss interface. -
Review: Elgato Turbo.264 HD Mac Video Capture Software & Device
The Elgato turbo.264 HD is a complete Mac video capture software and device solution. There is no need to buy additional software since it is included. -
Canon Vixia Camcorder Review : Vixia HF20
The Canon VIXIA HF20 Camcorder packs in a very impressive 12 hours of shooting time, with the help of its 32GB of internal memory and the use of an SDHC Card. -
Camcorder Support Review : Delkin Fat Gecko & Cam Caddie Scorpion
Great images look even better with the many useful devices on the market. Both of these can certainly enhance one's shooting pleasure, and add that extra POV shot. -
Other World Computing Mercury Pro External Blu-ray Disc Burner Review
Quick and External. A very nice drive, but a better performance over USB or FireWire than eSATA. USB, FireWire 400, FireWire 800 and eSATA ports.
Feature Stories
The Art Of The Title Sequence
Title sequences contribute both information & atmosphere to a video. A stylish title sequence when properly executed, adds an immediate air of professionalism.
DVD Duplicators Buyer's Guide
Now video producers can easily create DVDs for their clients, handling the project from start to finish using a DVD duplicator with no outside help.
Guide to Buying Camcorder Tripods
There are many things to consider when buying a tripod that will give continued support as your gear needs grow.
How to Start a Wedding Video Service
When you think about starting a wedding video service, there are a few pitfalls to avoid. First, don't try to serve the entire wedding video market.
Departments
Windows Movie Maker File Conversion Tips
Question: I use Windows Movie Maker. When I use Windows encoder to convert files, it looks pixilated. How can I solve this problem? Answer: When you use...
New Gear: CyberLink • Sonnet • Red Giant
CyberLink: PowerDirector 7 Ultra disc authoring software... Sonnet: Tempo SATA Pro ExpressCard/34 eSATA controller... Red Giant: Magic Bullet Quick Looks...
