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Use the guidelines in the eDoc to make&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/shop/what-should-i-wear.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 17 Feb 2012 08:50:17 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/the-wedding-biz.html A guide to starting a wedding business. http://www.videomaker.com/shop/the-wedding-biz.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 17 Feb 2012 08:50:17 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/business-opportunities-in-event-videography.html There are many opportunities in event videography in addition to wedding videos. Today videographers are getting jobs videotaping theatrical performances,&helli&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/shop/business-opportunities-in-event-videography.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 17 Feb 2012 08:50:17 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/13539/ 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'&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/article/13539/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12991/ 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&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/article/12991/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12982/ One of the most exciting things that has happened to moviemaking lately is that consumer products have approached the level of professional gear. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12982/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch-external/105/ During Cinereach's 2010 Reach Film Fellowship (http://www.cinereach.org), Director of Photography Mike Simmonds led an advising session. In this video (shot&h&h&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch-external/105/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 03 May 2011 16:13:05 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13051/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/13051/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch-external/102/ How to plan your pre-production for your Independent film http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch-external/102/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Mon, 28 Feb 2011 11:38:53 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/662/documentary-funding-the-pitch/ Now that you've put together a great prospectus, it's time to pitch it. Effective pitching involves doing research on your subjects, knowing how to approach&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/662/documentary-funding-the-pitch/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:13:52 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/660/documentary-funding-the-fundraising-plan/ When getting money from investors just isn't enough, fund-raising is the next best option. There are many people who can't fund an entire documentary but can&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/660/documentary-funding-the-fundraising-plan/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 08 Feb 2011 08:54:40 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/659/documentary-funding-the-budget/ The most important and time consuming part of any prospectus is the budget. Budgets help investors know why your documentary costs what it does. This is why we'&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/659/documentary-funding-the-budget/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:22:57 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch-external/101/ Producer Ben Lyon discusses hiring a cast and crew. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch-external/101/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:34:51 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch-external/84/ Tips for low budget casting options. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch-external/84/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 21 Dec 2010 13:46:49 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch-external/83/ Tips to consider when casting children in your video. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch-external/83/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 21 Dec 2010 13:32:39 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch-external/64/ Scott DuPont discusses planning feature film budgets and the importance of being thorough. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch-external/64/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 19 Nov 2010 16:42:28 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12229/ One of the most difficult, important and rewarding things a director has to do is find, recruit and work with talent. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12229/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 01 Aug 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/917/ Take care when selecting an employee to be sure you get the best person for your business. http://www.videomaker.com/article/917/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 01 Apr 1997 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/923/ Wherever you go, there you are. But are you prepared? http://www.videomaker.com/article/923/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sun, 01 Sep 1996 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/1360/ Organization can mean the difference between a confusing series of clips and a compelling, satisfying video. All it takes is a little forethought and a little&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/article/1360/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Wed, 01 Jan 1997 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/2643/ Neither sun, nor surf, nor wind, nor rain will spoil your videomaking excursions after you read these helpful pointers. http://www.videomaker.com/article/2643/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sun, 01 Jun 1997 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/2755/ If you're short on video equipment and expertise, go long on planning. It'll help your video take off. http://www.videomaker.com/article/2755/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 01 Jul 1997 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/2765/ Estimating the cost of a video for a client is a tricky but necessary part of doing business. Here's how to do it right. http://www.videomaker.com/article/2765/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 01 Jul 1997 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/3266/ Four questions you should ask yourself before you hit that red record button. http://www.videomaker.com/article/3266/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sun, 01 Mar 1998 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/3486/ Video production equipment for shooting on location: What you need to know. http://www.videomaker.com/article/3486/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Wed, 01 Jul 1998 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/3604/ Make your videos sit up and speak with crisp, intelligible narration. http://www.videomaker.com/article/3604/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 01 Jan 1999 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/7044/ Do-it-yourself blueprints to build four low-tech, low-effort and low-cost video sets. http://www.videomaker.com/article/7044/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 01 Oct 1999 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/7062/ Make your talent look their very best for your productions with these helpful tips that can subtly enhance your videos. http://www.videomaker.com/article/7062/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 01 Oct 1999 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/7985/ Indispensable accessories for the camera bag of a well-equipped videographer. http://www.videomaker.com/article/7985/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Wed, 01 Nov 2000 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/8014/ How to create efficient, effective and informative instructional video productions. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8014/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Mon, 01 Jan 2001 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/8015/ Create realistic sets in the real world using these six tips. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8015/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sun, 01 Apr 2001 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/8029/ Tips for shooting video on the trail. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8029/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 01 Dec 2000 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/8054/ Choose your own ending to our ready-to-shoot video storyboard http://www.videomaker.com/article/8054/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 01 Jun 2001 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/8613/ How long will it take? Calculate your time investment before you start with these planning tips. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8613/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sat, 01 Dec 2001 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/8728/ A handy guide to finding, auditioning and hiring the best performers for your next production. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8728/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 01 Nov 2002 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/8860/ There are many tricks of the trade you can use to perfect your video voiceovers. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8860/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Wed, 01 May 2002 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/8946/ Selecting the right location is the first step on the road to a successful shoot. http://www.videomaker.com/article/8946/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 01 Nov 2002 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/9014/ Even in a small office studio, you can attain a variety of looks and moods for your video. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9014/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sun, 01 Sep 2002 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/9213/ Cover the essentials for smooth shooting. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9213/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sat, 01 Feb 2003 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/9313/ Every successful shoot starts with a good plan. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9313/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/9315/ When directing amateurs, you use different techniques than when working with pros. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9315/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sun, 01 Jun 2003 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/9363/ The most important thing a director has to do is communicate. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9363/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sat, 01 Nov 2003 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/9436/ Tailor your shows for the people who will watch them. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9436/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 01 Jul 2003 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/9518/ Developing a training video is a straightforward process--if you know the techniques of professional instructional designers. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9518/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 01 Jul 2003 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/9628/ If you plan to edit your videos, you should shoot them differently. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9628/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sat, 01 Nov 2003 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/9846/ A little planning, your expertise and your camera can turn into a career or at least a little cash when you create a video yearbook. http://www.videomaker.com/article/9846/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Wed, 01 Sep 2004 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10017/ You'll never walk alone: a pragmatic guide to worship video from those who have gone before. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10017/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10191/ Quality talent means more than just a quality performance. It may mean the difference between a one-hour shoot and a four-hour marathon. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10191/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sat, 01 May 2004 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10210/ Looking Good: Tips for the Director http://www.videomaker.com/article/10210/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10508/ Many of the little things that you learn from from a lifetime of planning, directing, editing and producing videos can easily be applied to life as a whole. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10508/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10697/ Part 2 of a 3 part series on movie and video production planning. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10697/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/10778/ Before you grab your gear and hop on your trusty steed, you need advance preparation to successfully ride off into battle. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10778/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/10811/ Meticulous planning will enable you to shoot the program you developed and then edit the show you shot. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10811/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/10813/ Planning for post-production will re-focus your vision of the program you want and then help you create it with the material you've got. http://www.videomaker.com/article/10813/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/11158/ If you haven't heard, there's a new video contest coming to a town near you. It's called the 48-Hour Film Project. http://www.videomaker.com/article/11158/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12257/ Shoot it right the first time for a lifetime of memories. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12257/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sun, 01 Jan 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12271/ You don't need puffy pants and a megaphone to be an assertive, successful director. But you do need to take control. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12271/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/19910102/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/19910102/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 01 Jan 1991 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/19911101/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/19911101/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 01 Nov 1991 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/19930602/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/19930602/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 01 Jun 1993 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/530/how-to-composite-video-for-inserting-backgrounds-in-sets/ Ever wonder how amazing backgrounds are inserted behind characters? This video will show you how to composite video so your characters can seamlessly move in&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/530/how-to-composite-video-for-inserting-backgrounds-in-sets/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:07:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/525/business-opportunities-in-event-videography/ There are many opportunities in event videography in addition to wedding videos. Today videographers are getting jobs videotaping theatrical performances,&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/525/business-opportunities-in-event-videography/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:16:29 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/523/how-to-win-a-video-contest/ Essential guidelines and tips to follow in order to win a video contest. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/523/how-to-win-a-video-contest/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Mon, 18 May 2009 08:04:45 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/521/how-to-start-a-wedding-video-business/ Key things videographers should consider in order to succeed in the wedding video business. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/521/how-to-start-a-wedding-video-business/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Mon, 04 May 2009 10:52:13 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/520/fair-use-and-copyrights/ We take a look at what is and isn't allowed to use, when creating your documentary. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/520/fair-use-and-copyrights/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Mon, 27 Apr 2009 14:49:34 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/519/access-challenges-for-documentary-makers/ Gaining access to people or places is one of the main challenges documentary makers face when making their movies. These tips should help you find your way. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/519/access-challenges-for-documentary-makers/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:27:13 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14236/ 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&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/article/14236/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/501/budget-lighting/ Lighting on a budget. Learn how to substitute expensive video lighting equipment with inexpensive alternatives. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/501/budget-lighting/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 05 Dec 2008 19:02:46 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/498/virtual-sets/ How to use a Green Screen and Adobe Ultra to make virtual sets for your videos. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/498/virtual-sets/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sat, 15 Nov 2008 06:46:58 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/496/earthquake-fx/ Some simple tips on re-creating an earthquake. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/496/earthquake-fx/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 31 Oct 2008 11:28:05 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13909/ A guide to starting a wedding video business. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13909/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/469/common-continuity-errors/ Jennifer discusses things to watch out for in the Preproduction, Shooting & Post-Production stages to avoid common continuity errors. (Repeat) http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/469/common-continuity-errors/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 22 Feb 2008 12:13:16 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/452/special-effects-with-shadows-andprops/ How to create special effects with shadows using props & patterns. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/452/special-effects-with-shadows-andprops/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 26 Oct 2007 09:48:59 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12990/ Scrutinize the wardrobes on TV and in the movies, and you'll see most of the clothing worn by the actors will blend well with each other. This isn't an&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/article/12990/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/444/animation-special-effects/ How to create live action to video capture animation special effects. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/444/animation-special-effects/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 31 Aug 2007 11:16:56 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/382/avoiding-continuity-errors/ Jennifer shows how to avoid continuity errors in your production. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/382/avoiding-continuity-errors/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sat, 14 Apr 2007 06:30:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/13039/ Video Sharing with the World. A guide to posting your video online. http://www.videomaker.com/article/13039/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/306/power-management-for-lighting--secrets-of-story-telling-/ <p>In our <span style="text-transform: uppercase;">News &amp; Technology</span> segment, Derek and Mark look at a couple of "Off Shore Sightings" from Japan... JVC has a new Everio prototype while Panasonic is creating an A-V-C-H-D camcorder... Why are there no HD disc recorders in the U-S yet? Public Access in Hawaii on TV through the Internet. </p> <p>In our <span style="text-transform: uppercase;">Tips &amp; Techniques</span> segment, Mark & Brian look at Power management for lighting... And some good tips on the secrets of storytelling.</p> <p>In this week's <span style="text-transform: uppercase;">"Take 20"</span> Charlie and Jennifer look at "Duct Tape"... a commercial-spoof by the Perrysburg High School. See how one clever classroom came up with a rather unique way to use this multi-colored tool.</p> <p>In the <span style="text-transform: uppercase;">"Hands on"</span> segment, Charlie and Mark discuss the Cal-digit external hard drive. </p> http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/306/power-management-for-lighting--secrets-of-story-telling-/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 28 Nov 2006 16:10:23 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/302/business-of-video/ In our News &amp; 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&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/302/business-of-video/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Thu, 23 Nov 2006 02:15:06 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/12241/ Time to dim the lights and tell ghost stories. Our Editorial Department demonstrates some techniques on putting some spook into your videos. http://www.videomaker.com/article/12241/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/231/multi-cam-shooting--shooting-fireworks-/ News and Technology - Morgan &amp; New York Times Internet video Warner Bros., Google, AOL all doing Internet ShopWiki paying&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/231/multi-cam-shooting--shooting-fireworks-/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Tue, 11 Jul 2006 19:25:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/7895/ 13 time-tested tips to get excellent footage and make the post-production process faster and easier. http://www.videomaker.com/article/7895/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Wed, 01 Nov 2000 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/10235/ If you see visions of your first Indie Film, or you're just having fun with the kids, making movies can be fun. Whether it's a Thriller, a Western, a Comedy or&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/article/10235/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/12546/ Few other communication forms have the power to reveal a unique perspective, capture imagination and even motivate change. In this 3-part series on how to make&hellip; http://www.videomaker.com/article/12546/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/19882/ Tips for the Wild World of Wildlife Videography http://www.videomaker.com/article/19882/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Sun, 01 May 1988 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/19940402/ http://www.videomaker.com/article/19940402/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 01 Apr 1994 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/187/letters-and-tips/ With Brian / Andrew http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/187/letters-and-tips/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/pre-production/production-planning/rss/ Fri, 21 Apr 2006 00:00:00 PDT