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A fond farewell

The first sentence we ever published in Videomaker Magazine’s inaugural June 1986 edition read: "It was bound to happen: A magazine devoted to the needs...

Opinion

Don’t be too selective

Matthew York

Whenever you're first starting out as a videographer, it's best to not get too picky with the projects you take on.

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We need an option to opt our content out of training AI

Matthew York

While AI can be a highly useful tool for videographers, it has unfortunately been used in a way that has been exploitative of their work.

Opinion

Back to the basics

Matthew York

Every great artist breaks a rules a bit. However, before you begin breaking rules of videography, you first need to establish the basics.

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The democratization of video

Jeff Chaves

Online video has leveled the playing field for video production. Platforms like YouTube now allow anyone to compete with legacy media.

Opinion

Videographer vs. filmmaker

Matthew York

Are you a videographer or a filmmaker? Or is there a better term you should use to describe what you do when you shoot with your video camera?

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Short-form is not killing long-form video

Matthew York

Although TikTok is changing the landscape of content creation, there will always be a place for long-form videos.

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Should all court recordings be public?

Matthew York

Should we record every argument a court hears for the public? It's a hotly debated topic that's become even more pressing in recent months.

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AI should aid screenwriters — not replace

Matthew York

While AI can offer many benefits to screenwriters, ultimately, AI should aid them in their work—not replace them.

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Should videographers fear AI?

Jaymee Minner

With all the buzz surrounding all the AI engines and new tools available, how should videographers approach this new technology?