The Basics
Delays, Echoes and Chorus
What is delay? In its most literal definition delay is just what it implies, slowing down a signal so it arrives later than the original....
Images in Time: Expressing and Manipulating Time in Cinema
By understanding some of the more common time related story telling techniques, you’ll have a sense of what methods you can use to tell...
How to Shoot a Professional Video by Yourself
Early in my video career, I wanted to make a film to enter into a local short film festival. Just one problem: none of...
How to optimize your editing machine for best performance
Unless you work for a restoration house or film archive, the days of having to edit video on a $10,000-dollar room-sized flatbed editor are...
An introduction to film studies
We often focus on the logistics of making films. However, knowing how to apply those techniques through film studies is just as important.
The Art of Deciding When to Cut (and when not to)
The cut, the straight transition in which one clip starts and is immediately followed by the start of the next clip, is the staple...
Technique
How to harness sunlight for an amazing outdoor lighting setup
"If you really look carefully at natural light, you realize how complex it is, and how it's constantly shifting. When you put up an...
A Guide to Working with LUTs
You’ve probably heard the acronym LUT, or Look Up Table, used ambiguously. Here’s what you should know when adding LUTs to your workflow.
How to direct actors to get the best possible performance
It's essential for a director to know how to direct actors and form a successful working relationship to deliver the best performance.
General microphone placement for good audio
Achieving good microphone placement is a surprisingly straightforward process and one grounded in physics and engineering concepts. Technical aspects like the microphone type directly influence the design, sensitivity, sound and directionality.
The dos and don’ts of green screen backgrounds
Using green screens, also known as chroma keying, allows video producers to virtually layer any image or video in the background while having a...
Cinematography terms you need to know
There are many working parts when it comes to cinematography. We'll give you the most important cinematography terms you need to know.
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Making Money
4 ways to get more YouTube subscribers
Let’s face it, in the world of YouTube, content is king. Successful YouTube channels serve up fresh content that loyal viewers rush to experience. But how do you get to that point?
7 Profitable Video Business Models with Little Competition
The obvious problem with joining the crowd is that you’re liable to get trampled, and the popular video markets, such as weddings and commercials,...
What can event videographers do to make money during COVID-19
Right now, things are different. While some businesses have reopened or may open soon, in-person events will likely be one of the last things...
How to become a full-time video editor
A video is not a work of art until it has been edited. That's where the magic happens. Here's how to harness that magic as a full-time video editor.
How to make money on YouTube
One of the most appealing ways to make money with video is through online video. Any creator of online video knows that content that...
Make Sure Your Video Production Clients Pay for All of the Time You Spend on Their Projects
If you're reading this, then you know something about producing and editing video. Maybe you went to film school. Maybe you learned hands-on. Nevertheless,...
Reviews
Bright Light, Small Package: ZHIYUN CINEPEER CX100 COB LED Light
Today, we’re diving into the ZHIYUN CINEPEER CX100. This compact, affordable light packs a punch with 3,840 Lux brightness and a versatile bi-color range....
Sony ZV-E10 II: Can You Handle the Overheating?
Join us as we review the Sony ZV-E10 II. We put it through the paces to answer if it's worth buying. We'll give you...
Sony PDT-FP1 review: A highly versatile transmitter for an unbeatable price
The Sony PDT-FP1 is an impressively flexible device that delivers features that simply aren’t available at its price point.
Fujifilm X100VI review: A stellar photography camera with limited video capability
The Fujifilm X10VI is a joy to use and a great camera for photography. But for video shooters, the X1000VI falls short of its competition.
The RØDE Wireless Pro review: A worthwhile investment?
We put the RØDE Wireless Pro to the test to see if it delivers on its promise of being a professional wireless recorder.
Logitech Mevo Core review: A first-of-its-kind 4K mirrorless webcam
The Logitech Mevo Core comes with a steep price tag, but it’s a super helpful tool for higher-end livestreams.
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Buyer's Guides
The best low-budget lighting equipment under $250 — 2024
Looking for budget-friendly video lighting? We've got the perfect low-cost solutions in this buyer’s guide.
The best PC components for your custom video editing computer
Building a video editing computer from scratch? We've rounded up the best PC components today to help you build a powerful editing machine.
4 best budget camcorders for video in 2024
While there are a lot of great cameras on the market, sometimes a budget camcorder is all you need to capture great video.
Best After Effects and motion graphics template sites — 2024
You have the tools needed to create stunning motion graphics, but do you have the time? If not, using motion graphics templates can be a great way to add polish to a production without blowing your deadline.
The best stock video sites — 2024
Stock video sometimes gets a bad rap in the filmmaking community. In reality, however, we see stock video used every day in any number...
The best royalty-free music and sound effects sites — 2024
Music and sound effects are a crucial part of any film or video project. Using royalty-free stock music in your next project is one way to cut costs without sacrificing quality.
The best digital storage for video editors — 2024
As digital video resolutions increase, our need for storage increases as well. If you’re ready to step up to a new storage solution, you’re in the right place.
The best laptops for video editing — 2024
For video editors, finding the perfect portable workstation is like catching a unicorn. It is no easy task to find the perfect balance of performance vs. price point.
The best desktop computers for video editing — 2024
An efficient editing workflow depends on a solid editing system. Here's a look at the best desktop computers for video editing.
The best camera bags and cases — 2024
Finding the right camera bag or case for your gear can be challenging, particularly if this is the first bag or case you've ever purchased.
The best audio recorders — 2024
Good audio is one of the foundations of good video. Here we will cover the best audio recorders currently out on the market.
The best video monitors — 2024
We rely on our video monitors to show us an accurate representation of our images throughout the production process. Here are some of the best video monitors currently on the market.
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