Pre-Production Articles (Page 2)

• Equipment
• Location Scouting
• Logistics
• Production Planning
• Script/Outline

• How Much Directing should be included in a video script?
  October, 2009
  by Jerry S. Drake
  An accusation often aimed at video script writers is the charge of directing on paper. In the strictest production worlds writers write and directors direct.
• Storyboard Software Buyer's Guide
  September, 2009
  by Terry O'Rourke
  How to Conceptualize that Vision in your Head to a Finished Video by using storyboard software to break an overwhelming project down to digestible parts.
• Guide to Buying Camcorder Tripods
  August, 2009
  by Terry O’Rourke
  There are many things to consider when buying a tripod that will give continued support as your gear needs grow.
• Clickfree Transformer Automatic Backup Device Review
  July, 2009
  by Lance Olinger
  The Clickfree Transformer by the Storage Appliance Corporation backs up your media without any effort & costs the same as more complicated backup products.
• Multicam Video Editing Tips
  May, 2009
  by Mark Montgomery
  To determine whether or not you need to use multicam video editing features, there are some considerations worth making.
• Seeking Great Ideas
  March, 2009
  by Stephen Smith
  Was The Thinker thinking about the effects of free trade or wondering how to enrich his next project with amazing storytelling and killer graphics? Finding…
• Storyboarding
  February, 2009
  by Robert G. Nulph, Ph.D
  Similar to a plot map used by archeologists, a storyboard is the best way to illustrate staging positions and camera angles for talent and crew. Remember the…
• Wild Things: Shooting in the Wild
  December, 2008
  by Chris Pyle
  Shooting in the wild changes how videographers would normally capture events. You have to slow down, take your time... and wait... and wait some more... and…
• Tutorial - DIY Crane
  November, 2008
  by Jennifer O'Rourke & Brian Peterson
  Moving shots using a jib or crane provide an added dimension to any video, allowing the camera to sweep from a high establishing shot as it follows the action…
• Tutorial - DIY Jibs
  November, 2008
  by Jennifer O'Rourke & Tom Benford
  Moving shots using a jib or crane provide an added dimension to any video, allowing the camera to sweep from a high establishing shot as it follows the action…
• Take 5: Class in Session 5 Tips for Videotaping in Schools
  September, 2008
  by Jennifer O'Rourke
  It's that time of year when students return to the classroom with fresh shiny faces, new schedules and a plethora of activities to fill their calendars from…
• Set Time Management
  June, 2008
  by Robert G. Nulph, Ph.D
  Dashing out the door with camcorder in hand, but no plan, can cost you. Time is money. In video production, this is perhaps more true than in any other…
• Creating Characters
  April, 2008
  by Brian Peterson
  Getting the Most Out of Your Actors or Subjects
• Decoding the Video Crew
  February, 2008
  by Robert G. Nulph, Ph.D.
  As a one-man-band, you wear many hats, but when your production gets bigger, you have to share the load. But who ya gonna call? Get ready for the name game, it'…
• Planning Your Shoot
  December, 2007
  by Hal Robertson
  There is an old saying in the business world that goes, "Poor prior planning leads to particularly poor programs." This is especially true in the video…
• Video for Educators
  November, 2007
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  Teaching in today's world is more than the three R's... or computer use, for that fact. Video is now used for school newscasts, to interest kids about history…
• Storyboarding & Scriptwriting Software Guide & Review
  October, 2007
  by Tony Bruno
  Shoot the plan. We've all said those words. We set up our shot schedules, have our prop lists handy and make sure our talent is well briefed. But none of these…
• How to Make a Movie: Low Budget, Big Bang
  September, 2007
  by Kyle Cassidy
  One of the most exciting things that has happened to moviemaking lately is that consumer products have approached the level of professional gear.
• Charity Video
  August, 2007
  by Brian Schaller
  For aspiring video producers, it's always hard to find some interesting subject matter. Are you looking for an audience?
• Storyboarding and Scriptwriting Software - Guide and Review
  June, 2007
  by Tony Bruno
• Maintaining Continuity
  June, 2007
  by Dr. Robert Nulph
  Even in blockbuster movies, continuity errors happen, and eagle-eyed viewers love to find the mistakes.
• The Right Place at the Right Time
  June, 2007
  by James Williams
• Videotaping Sporting Events
  May, 2007
  by Kyle Cassidy
  Football, baseball, hockey, tennis. Swimming, cycling, running and lacrosse. Sports shooting is an art unto itself, and every sport has shooting hurdles to…
• Stage It!
  March, 2007
  by Kyle Cassidy
  Look, Ma!! I'm famous! The stage exists for one reason:
• Celtx Scriptwriting Software Review
  December, 2006
  by Mark Montgomery
  Overall, Celtx is a perfect script writing software for beginners and intermediate writers/producers that embodies the whole process of script writing. And, it'…
• NAB Show: The Rundown
  July, 2010
  by Julie Babcock
  This year, at the National Association of Broadcasters 2010 Conference (NAB Show), expectations were met and in some cases exceeded.
• Scriptwriting Software: Final Draft, Montage and HollyWord Review
  July, 2010
  by Julie Babcock
  Final Draft is a robust program allowing for seamless collaboration.Montage is highly intuitive and great for keeping script elements organized.HollyWord is&hel…
• Director's Chair: Secrets of Storytelling
  October, 2006
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  "And Toto, Too?" Say any classic movie line, and everyone knows not only the movie you're referring to, but also which scene and the character who spoke it.
• 5 Tips for Travelling with your Gear
  September, 2006
  by Brian Peterson
  On business or on vacation, here's how to ensure your gear makes the roundtrip.
• Recruiting Talent
  August, 2006
  by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
  One of the most difficult, important and rewarding things a director has to do is find, recruit and work with talent.