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How to build a film budget for your next production

If you're doing video production because it's a wonderful hobby and you're okay with spending your own money to make your video creations, you...
With careful planning and measured purchases your kit can expand and develop as your business grows, while minimising the impact on your pocket.

Ask these questions before replacing your equipment

Manufacturers are constantly trying to tempt you with the new and updated versions of their products. Plus, video-making trade shows such as NAB are...

How to Get Shares on Your Facebook Video

With 1.01 billion daily active users on it’s platform, Facebook is the world’s largest social network. Users young and old use the site as...
Top 4 Tips for Successful Cold Calling

Top 4 tips for successful cold calling

My father sold insurance for a living, and in paying just a little bit of attention, I promise if you solicit, it will yield...
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Increase YouTube Visibility With Channel Collaborations

Before the appearance of the Internet and, more specifically, the birth of the social video-sharing website YouTube in 2005, building an audience for even...
5 Reasons to Start a Newsletter Today

5 Reasons to Start a Newsletter for Your Video Business

An email newsletter is considered one of the most direct and cost-effective marketing tools. If you need proof, just go to your inbox and...
Think of the videos you make for clients not just as a singular end-product, but as a tool that will be used to spread a message.

5 ways to deal with low-ball video production clients

There is this idea that, because most people now have cameras in their pockets, making a video is easy. Hiring a professional, therefore, shouldn’t...
It’s a tricky game, but selling your videos online can help you reach a larger audience and greater success.

Distribution in the Post-DVD Era

DVDs are still wonderful to many of us movie-lovers. You can hold them, enjoy the artwork, and display your collection on a shelf. You...
The Internet: Friend or Foe?

How to Navigate the Legalities of Distributing Video Online

The Internet, with all its conveniences and complexities, has changed the way videographers watch, share, and interact with video. Video sharing websites like YouTube...
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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,...

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How to Be Successful on YouTube

Over 6 billion hours of video are watched each month on YouTube — that's almost an hour for every person on Earth. It's the...
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Vimeo OTT

What is Vimeo OTT?

Vimeo OTT is a platform that allows video producers to create their own subscription channels for their videos.
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How to land the best video production job with Staff Me Up

If you're looking to land a job in video production or want to jump-start your video career, Staff Me Up could be your answer.
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Modern logo design: Tips to make your logo stand out

With so much competition out there, you need to have a modern logo design that will help your business stand out from the rest.
Video Marketing: What, Why, and How?

Video marketing: What, why and how?

The world of technology is always changing and video production is no exception to that rule. We have seen a large transformation in the last 15 years. Video resolution has gone from standard definition to 4K, and now 6K and 8K. We have seen...

Your guide to making money with your indie films

In a nutshell Find a hobby, philanthropic effort, political motivation or maybe a personal issue important to a potential investor to get your film fundedSelling your film to a sales agent or landing a film festival gets your content in front of buyersAggregators, sponsorships and...
how to make money on Twitch

How to make money on Twitch

Twitch offers a lot of opportunities to new streamers looking to earn some money off their streams. Here's how to make money on Twitch.

6 tips for starting a videography business

There is a lot of information available for starting your own business. It can be overwhelming, so let’s focus on the basics to get...

How to make money as a freelance videographer

Being a freelance videographer can be hard work. Sometimes it's difficult to find work, but we're here to walk you through some of your options.
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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...

Making money with video production

The video industry offers a plethora of intersecting career pathways. Let's explore some of the ways that you can make money with video.
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How to get clients as a videographer

Client hunting is always stressful, no matter how experiened you are. Here are a few tips for staying proactive and getting new work.

5 tips for creating social media video

Over the past 10 years, social media has exploded in popularity. Platforms like YouTube, Facebook and Instagram—as well as many others— have millions of...

4 low-budget tactics to promote your virtual event

With video production experience, you already have the foundational skills needed to create an impactful virtual event.

What is a sizzle reel?

So you have a lengthy video resume and all kinds of experience, but how do you show that to a potential client? In order...
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