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Tutorials - How to Make a Great Documentary Demo Reel

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 09:58:56 PST

A demo reel reveals a lot about you. It shows an investor that you have the skills and the experience to make a quality documentary. We'll show you how to…

Surviving a 48-Hour Film Challenge

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 PDT

Film and video festivals are great ways to meet other enthusiasts just like you, and nothing gets the blood pumping faster than joining a 48-hour film challenge. Moments after you receive the theme, you then have only two days to plan, shoot, edit and deliver your finished video - do you have the guts to do what it takes?

From Play to Profit (eDoc)

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:48:59 PST

Wouldn't it be nice to make video and get paid for it? But how do you get that first paid job if you are just starting out? How do you make the right contacts?…

How to Produce a Dynamite Demo (eDoc)

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:48:59 PST

Whether you’re a hobbyist or a working pro, simply telling friends or potential paying clients that you know how to shoot and edit top-notch videos isn’t…

TV vs. Web Advertising

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 PDT

Can you still make money in advertising? Yes, but maybe not in the way you might think. The potential for video advertising is unlimited. Here are some ideas…

From Play to Profit

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Getting Your First Paid Gig

The Wedding Video Handbook - How to Succeed in the Wedding Video Business (Print)

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:48:59 PST

Succeed in the thriving wedding video industry! This book includes the essential information you need to build a profitable business making great-looking&helli…

Black Professional-Casual Camp Shirt

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:48:59 PST

Embroidered Videomaker logo above the pocket. A great way to identify yourself as the professional videographer at Event/Formal shoots.

Producing a Documentary Part 3 (eDoc)

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:48:59 PST

From dream to distribution Part 3! Now it's time to share your story, and not just with your friends. We'll show you several different avenues to get your&helli…

The Reel Deal

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Landing that dream job may come down to less than three minutes - or even thirty seconds - of what you put together in the ever-so-important demo reel.

How Camcorders Change the way We Track Events

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Topical News

Web Based Marketing for Videographers

Thu, 01 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST

The web is now really an option for video marketing and promotion in this Golden Age of independent video production.

Critiques - Videomaker Helps Newbie Videographer with Demo Reel Critique

Sat, 07 Oct 2006 08:00:00 PDT

Take 20 with Jennifer and Brian Reader's/viewer's videos Submission # Demo Reel Producer: Bill Hayden

Profitmaker: Target Practice

Sun, 01 Dec 1996 00:00:00 PST

You create the best videos around. But how do you sell your services? By zeroing in on your target market.

Video Entrepreneur: Any Portfolio in a Storm

Fri, 01 Dec 1995 00:00:00 PST

Any Portfolio in a Storm

Video Entrepreneur: Ad-vice

Wed, 01 Feb 1995 00:00:00 PST

Ad-vice

Profitmaker: Planning Your Advertising

Sat, 01 Jun 1996 00:00:00 PDT

Advertising isn't optional for the growing video business--it's a must. Here's how to plan an effective ad strategy.

Profitmaker: Moving Forward

Wed, 01 May 1996 00:00:00 PDT

There are only two directions your video business can go - forward or backward.

Personal Video Distribution

Thu, 01 Feb 1996 00:00:00 PST

Uncle Al's Ab Workout, Mike Jones' Kickin' Karate and The Beach Babe Experiment are just three of the hundreds of successfully marketed low-budget videos…

On Ramp: VHS Distribution

Fri, 01 Dec 1995 00:00:00 PST

VHS Distribution

Camera Work: Learn from the Pros

Sat, 01 Jul 1995 00:00:00 PDT

Learn from the Pros

Quick Focus

Wed, 01 Feb 1995 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

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Quick Focus

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Quick Focus

QF User Groups

Sun, 01 Sep 1996 00:00:00 PDT

QF User Groups

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QF User Groups

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QF User Groups

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QF User Groups

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QF User Groups

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QF User Groups

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QF User Groups

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QF User Groups

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QF User Groups

Fri, 01 Dec 1995 00:00:00 PST

QF User Groups

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QF User Groups

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QF User Groups

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QF User Groups

Quick Focus

Sat, 01 Jul 1995 00:00:00 PDT

Quick Focus

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DVD Formats and Broadcast Updates from May 1995

Mon, 01 May 1995 00:00:00 PDT

Quick Focus

Sat, 01 Apr 1995 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

Profitmaker: Give Yourself a Promotion

Sun, 01 Jun 1997 00:00:00 PDT

If your business develops a good reputation, spread it around. You can use it to help your business grow.

Quick Focus

Sat, 01 Nov 1997 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

Mon, 01 Dec 1997 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

Thu, 01 Jan 1998 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

Sun, 01 Feb 1998 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

Cybermarketing: Using the Internet to Promote Your Video

Sun, 01 Feb 1998 00:00:00 PST

Twenty years ago you needed a deal with major distributers to become an independent producer. Today, you can use the Internet - if you know where to look.

Quick Focus

Sun, 01 Mar 1998 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

Wed, 01 Apr 1998 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

30-Second Sensation

Wed, 01 Apr 1998 00:00:00 PST

Your camcorder, some creative ideas and an afternoon's work are all you need to create a 30-second "commercial" with this script and storyboard.

Projects That Pay: Spare-Time Shooting: Making Hobbies Pay Off

Fri, 01 May 1998 00:00:00 PDT

Make some spare change shooting leisure-time activities.

Quick Focus

Fri, 01 May 1998 00:00:00 PDT

Quick Focus

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Quick Focus

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Projects That Pay: Video Resumes

Sun, 01 Nov 1998 00:00:00 PST

Help your clients rise above the rest.

Quick Focus

Sun, 01 Nov 1998 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

Lease to Show: Leased Access

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 PST

Find out what you need to get started on the road to becoming a leased access program producer.

Pause: Watch the Ads, Watch Video

Tue, 01 Aug 1995 00:00:00 PDT

Watch the Ads, Watch Video

Curtains Calling: Videotaping Plays and Recitals

Thu, 01 Jun 2000 00:00:00 PDT

Shooting the stage can be a fun, valuable and even profitable way to utilize your production skills.

A Different Sort of Home Video

Sun, 01 Oct 2000 00:00:00 PDT

Producing real estate video for fun and profit.

26 Video Ideas: A to Z On How To Make Money With Video

Fri, 01 Dec 2000 00:00:00 PST

An alphabet of ideas on how to make money with video.

Producing a Demo Video

Mon, 01 Mar 2004 00:00:00 PST

Tips on Producing a Dynamite Demo Reel

Video Potlucks

Mon, 01 Jan 1990 00:00:00 PST

Tips and Techniques - Make Money With On-Line Video Distribution

Tue, 26 May 2009 17:29:02 PDT

How to use on-demand DVD distribution to make money with video over the Internet.

Tips and Techniques - Build an Audience with SEO Video Optimization Strategies

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 10:44:51 PST

Tips on building an online audience through marketing and video optimization.

Tips and Techniques - First Steps to Starting a Video Business

Thu, 23 Nov 2006 02:15:06 PST

In our News & Technology segment with Mark and Derek, JVC's announces a new pro HD camcorder, AJA introduces a miniature converter for H-D-M-I as well as news from Sorenson, Bella, Final Draft and Alienware.

In our Tips & Techniques segment, John and Mark look at "The Business of Video" with some good ideas to make your video make money for you.

This week's "Take 20", Charlie and Mark look at a music video by producer Steve Schubert of Cambridge, Ohio called..... "Ohio."

In the "Profile" segment,Travis White of Pinnacle Systems comes by and gives John a demo on their newest update.

Share the Dream: Documentary Distribution and Sales --Part III

Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 PDT

Part 3 of a three part series on how to fund, make, and promote your documentary.