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by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Welcome to Part 2 of Keys to a Happy and Healthy Production Life.
Hopefully you’ve read Part 1, but if not, be sure to check it out.
Working on productions, and making films at every level can be fun, exciting, thrilling, and rewarding. The key to longevity in the business is both being easy to work with and being valuable to those who hire you. If you’re a director, you must figure out how to balance getting what
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Doug discusses more advanced concepts to help deepen your understanding of frame rates. Both editors and videographers will find this video useful, since it will allow them to work in better tandem. We'll cover timecode basics, fractional frame rates (such as 29.97 fps and 23.98 fps), variable frame rates, and more.
0:00 - In This Video
0:39 - Timecode & Drop-Frames
5:36 - Variable Frame Rates
7:02 - Interlaced Video
10:34 - Telecine & Pulldown
12:47 - Mismatched Frame Rates & Refresh Rates
14:54 - Practical Tips
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Productions tend to fall into two categories—a disorganized mass of people scurrying around to somehow get the shot off as the sun goes down, leaving crew and cast exhausted at the end of the day, or a smooth moving production that is more like a complex dance, though not as frenetic, far less exhausting, and far more efficient. If you are only going to be working on a film/video production a single time, then the maddening chaos of the first type of production will probably feel very satisfying. However, if you are looking at working in the
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Frame rates are one of the most fundamental ideas to understand when it comes to technical and creative decisions for your films. It's important to know how frame rates work so you know how they'll affect the final film or broadcast. So, what frame rates are typically used? Why is 24 fps the standard for movies? Are higher frame rates better than lower ones? Join Doug for a crash course on the basics of frame rates.
0:00 - In This Series
0:46 - What Is a Frame Rate?
2:21 - Creative Uses of Different Frame Rates
3:21 - Is a Higher Frame Rate
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Nick shares his no-budget filmmaking tips. If you have zero budget, or even an extremely low one, you can still lean into those limitations for your movie while following the principles of good filmmaking.
0:00 - What We're Covering
0:45 - Story & Location (Pre-Production)
2:05 - Casting (Pre-Production)
3:22 - How to Find Film Ideas (Pre-Production)
3:56 - Screenwriting Software (Pre-Production)
5:00 - Audio (Production)
5:41 - Lighting (Production)
7:28 - The Most Important Part of Production
8:06 - Editing Software
9:18 - Things to
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If you're looking to become a professional filmmaker, you'll need to understand what codecs are, how to choose them, and how to use them. In part 1 of 2, Doug simplifies the tangled web of knowledge that is video codecs, sharing the fundamentals.
0:00 - What You'll Learn
1:04 - What Is a Codec?
2:25 - Why Are Codecs Necessary?
3:27 - How to Codecs Work?
6:53 - Choosing the Right Codec
14:24 - Inter vs. Intraframe
17:32 - What's Next?
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This is your beginner's guide to filming in LOG! What is LOG? How do you properly expose your footage? When and why should you use it? Watch to find out the answers to all these questions, and others.
0:00 - Introduction
0:16 - What is LOG?
0:51 - How to Expose LOG Footage
2:45 - Is Shooting in LOG Better?
3:20 - Final Thoughts
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Whether you're making an independent film, YouTube video, or vertical video, understanding framing and composition can help improve your video's quality. Nick Brigadier explains how, when, and why to use these seven basics rules of video composition.
0:00 - Introduction
0:28 - The Rule of Thirds
1:10 - Leading Lines
1:37 - Balance
2:12 - Symmetry
2:43 - Depth of Field
3:11 - Distracting Elements
3:38 - Frame Within a Frame
4:03 - Final Thoughts
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What does aperture do on a camera? How can you achieve cinematic bokeh that everyone loves? Should you film open or closed? How does selecting your aperture affect your depth of field, as well as your shutter speed and ISO? Nick Brigadier explains this and more!
0:00 - Introduction
0:42 - What is Aperture?
1:30 - How Does Aperture Affect Depth of Field?
3:57 - Final Thoughts
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Pro content creator Lea Motion shares her tips on how to create better stop-motion videos, such as what gear, filming, and editing software to use. Whether you're using a camera or your smartphone, these tips will help you improve your stop-motion videos.
Have you made your own stop-motion videos? Stop moving and share your tips in the Comments section, below!
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In this B&H video, we share 10 camera movements that will level up your next film or video! You'll learn how to achieve these moves in-camera, whether handheld or with a gimbal. Remember, use these techniques only when the story calls for it!
Which of these shots are you looking to try? Let us in on the plan, in the Comments section, below.
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Jason Vong shares five tips on how to take better smartphone videos. Whether you’re filming with an iPhone, Sony Xperia, or other mobile phone, you, too, can take cinematic video! What are your thoughts on filming with a smartphone?
Let us know your thoughts in the Comments section, below.
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Watch this video if you want to learn how to capture cinematic drone footage! Join Matt Zefi as he captures the beautiful fall colors with the DJI Air 2S and shares his 10 tips for drone filming that will level up your aerial videos, including drone moves, camera settings, and more.
Do you have any tips or techniques of your own to share? Post them in the Comments section!
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Sony Artisan of Imagery Tony Gale gives you a crash course on how to make videos with a camera or smartphone. Topics include his comprehensive gear list, filmmaking techniques, audio tips, and more.
Join us in conversation in the Comments section, below. What are your favorite tips? Which of this gear would you add to your video setup? Have we missed anything?
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In this B&H Online Video, Jenny Alice discusses how she remains motivated as a freelance videographer. Freelancing and running your own business can be difficult, but Alice shares the ways that she finds new clients and stays creative during difficult times.
Are you a freelancer? What are some of the strategies you use to stay afloat in lean times? Let us know in the Comments section, below.