JohnMcCabe1
John McCabe is a freelance writer, producer and director. His current project is "Nerd!" More information on "Nerd!" can be found at www.nerd.film
What Are Film Markets and How Do They Work?
“Film festivals are cultural events for their community,” explains Jonathan Wolf, who is Executive Vice President of the Independent Film & Television Alliance (IFTA) as well as the Managing...
The .film Namespace is a Viable Top-level Domain for the Film Industry
If your chosen .com or .net domain isn’t available, there’s usually .org or .cc or .whatever — really. Bottom line, folks: Top Level Domains are no longer any fun...
Video Production Insurance: An Absolutely Necessary Evil
Just as you wouldn’t drive a car without insurance, you should also never shoot without it either. Of course, we’re not saying you need to carry production insurance while...
A Fictional Singer and Real-life Filmmaking Grit: How Mare Costello Created “Techo Diva”
Please Note: Since the interview, the title of this production has been changed from "The Syriana Tate Interview" to "Techo Diva." This article has been updated to reflect these changes. At...
The Role of a Script Supervisor and Why You Need One on Your Next Production
Script supervisor is one of the few positions where you shouldnâÂÂt scrimp. Right now you may be thinking âÂÂour script knows its job and doesnâÂÂt need a supervisor or...
Latest Posts
Atomos recorders will record ProRes from EOS R5
Atomos announced the Ninja V, Shogun 7 and Sumo19 HDR monitor recorders will record 4kp59.94 10-bit 422 Apple ProRes or Avid DNx video from the new cameras.
Features you need in a vlogging camera
Finding the best camera for vloggingAs I have said (a few times) before, most hammers will drive a...
Canon announces industry-changing EOS R5
Canon just announced new major mirrorless camera releases in the EOS line. The two new cameras revealed today are the EOS R5 and the EOS R6.
Nikon might release upgraded versions of the Z6 and Z7
In a couple of months, Nikon could release updated versions of their popular mirrorless Z cameras, naming them the: Z6S and the Z7S.
NewTek announces the new powerful TriCaster 2 Elite
NewTek has announced a new live video production system: TriCaster 2 Elite. NewTek said it could be the “most powerful"video production system ever made.
