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A Look Behind-the-Scenes of the Filmpac Story
6 years ago, I had a dream and began working on a wild idea: Filmpac. I had been a freelance videographer and filmmaker for some time....
The 5 Best Cinema Cameras Of 2022
If you feel like there’s a new cinema camera being released every other week these days, you’re not far off! Here are our favorites.
5 Tips To Shoot A Great Wedding Film
More than any other type of video production, filming a wedding is its own art form. Here are our favorite tips we’ve learned over the years.
How Do I Make A Storyboard?
Before you grab your camera and start filming, it’s usually a good idea to have a storyboard. This is simply a visual outline for the video
Free Song: “Orion”
Epic, building music tracks can be the perfect inspiration when cutting a demo reel or a travel film. Here's a free song to do just that.
The Fastest Ways to Create Additional Revenue with YouTube: 4 Ideas That Actually Work
Do a YouTube search for "how much I made in 2021" and you may be surprised to find how many YouTubers make good money with their videos.
Do I Need a RED Cinema Camera?
For years, I filmed with other cameras happily and blissfully, and then I picked up a RED camera and my cinematography expectations changed.
When Do I Need A Talent Release?
The legal side of filmmaking can seem completely foreign. One of the most common things in this area is the talent release form.
What Is Timecode?
If you’ve spent any time with professional video or audio equipment, you’ve probably heard of timecode. But what is it used for?
How To Use Masks In Premiere Pro
If you want to dynamically crop an image or graphic in your edit, masks are the best way to do this. Here's how to use them.
What Is An Adjustment Layer?
If you want to apply the same set of effects to multiple clips on your timeline, an adjustment layer can save you a lot of time.
What Is A Blending Mode?
Blending mode is an effect that you can add to a clip that changes the way its colors interact and blend with the layer below it.
Make Your Keyframing Better With Easy Ease
Easy ease can help take your keyframing to the next level, and make your graphics and animations much smoother.
What Are Keyframes In Video Editing?
In any video edit that includes motion, the thing that makes all of this movement possible is the use of keyframes.
Free Clip of the Month: Money
When it comes to currency, one of our most popular cash video clips is the money fall, and today we're giving it away for free.
What Are LUTs?
At the most basic level, LUTs are presets that you can apply to raw footage to achieve a more desirable look.
What Is A DSLR?
No type of camera has contributed to the rising popularity of video as much as the DSLR. But what does the term mean?
What Is An Aperture On A Camera?
One of the most important settings on a camera is the lens’s aperture, also called its iris. Here's what it does.
How To Budget A Video Project
So you've got your first paid video production gig as a filmmaker. Now, the question is how do you budget it?
5 Common Ways To Rig Your Camera
If you’re after a specific type of shot, the way that you rig your camera can make your life a lot easier.
What Is A Macro Lens?
To put it simply, a macro lens is a lens that allows your camera to be extremely close to a subject while retaining focus.
Cinema Lenses Vs Photo Lenses: What’s The Difference?
Both commonly used in video production, photo lenses are a cheaper alternative to the heavier and more precise cinema lenses.
What Is LOG Footage?
Every filmmaker has probably heard of LOG footage. But what does this mean, and how is LOG footage different from other video formats?
How To Color Grade With Lumetri
Arguably the most user-friendly color correction suite on the market is Premiere Pro’s Lumetri. So today, we’ll provide a quick overview.
Why Is Widescreen More Cinematic?
What makes widescreen aspect ratios so cinematic? Well, it all has to do with the way that we’ve grown accustomed to viewing video content.
How To Organize A Video Editing Project
For new video editors, one of the biggest challenges is keeping your files and project organized. Here's how we do it.
How To Format A Hard Drive For Video Editing
When it comes to video editing, the most efficient place to store your footage, graphics, and project file is on an external hard drive.
Top 10 Alternative Light Sources for Video
I've always loved finding nontraditional ways to light scenes and subjects. Today I get to share some of my favorite lighting tricks.
3 Tips To Capture Cinematic B Roll
If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a filmmaker, it’s that there are ways to make any type of B Roll look good and cinematic.
What Are Color Wheels In Video?
In video editing, perhaps the most recognizable color tool is a set of color wheels. Here's a quick guide on how to use it.
What Are Curves Adjustments In Video?
No matter what software you’re using, the curves adjustment tool is a consistent, powerful way to alter the way your footage looks.