Pre-Production Phase

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 industry.

Now more than ever, it's possible for one person to venture into the world and capture great video. By following a few simple guidelines, you too can be an on-the-fly guerrilla filmmaker!

What has never been covered with video?

Children love to make videos, all they need is the impetus and opportunity. So take the camera out of the closet on a lazy Sunday and say

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 a documentary, you'll discover how you can move your story from dream to distribution.

Before you grab your gear and hop on your trusty steed, you need advance preparation to successfully ride off into battle.

Every successful shoot starts with a good plan.

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 profession.

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 inspiration for our creations can be difficult at times; most of us have good days and bad ones. So how is it that some always seem to have a concept coming from somewhere, as if they have a personal muse? This article focuses on the places where you can discover yours.

Getting the Most Out of Your Actors or Subjects

We treasure our memories, but we can be easily overwhelmed. Fearlessly dive into your archives and uncap your camera lens for the holidays to create a video that will stand the test of time.

One of the most exciting things that has happened to moviemaking lately is that consumer products have approached the level of professional gear.

A lighthearted Look at Wedding Video.

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Football, baseball, hockey, tennis. Swimming, cycling, running and lacrosse. Sports shooting is an art unto itself, and every sport has shooting hurdles to jump.

Podcasting, vidcasting, vodcasting or whatever you call it, the Internet

Look, Ma!! I'm famous! The stage exists for one reason:

Video Sharing with the World. A guide to posting your video online.