Audio for Reality TV: Mixing the Basic “Event”
I wish that I could say that the life of a professional Production Sound Mixer consisted only of sitting around
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Running Efficient Auditions: 9 Things to Do Before the Audition
By Vanessa Daniels Why do you need this guide? You’ve run plenty of auditions, and they went perfectly. You had
Bottle Shock: Independent Spirit in Full Bloom by Mary Ann Skweres
By Mary Ann Skweres A bird’s eye view flying over a sea of vines, cresting verdant hills – from that
Developing the Common Language between a Director and DP
Collaboration is Key by Adam Matalon I think that the current ease and accessibility of digital media has created
A Conversation with Cinematographer John Seale, ASC
By Jacqueline B. Frost Aspect Ratio and Formats In discussing format it is necessary to understand aspect ratio, because each
Involving your Gaffer by Frank DiPaola
When trying to achieve a special look, it is very important for the director of photography to have someone who
Lighting the War Film Shades of Hope: Separating Worlds with Color
By Kevin Zanit Brie Campbell, the writer and director of Shades of Hope approached me about the film while it
Day-for-Night: Here’s How It Works DFN Filter FX by Ira Tiffen
 It happens that we sometimes need to capture action that occurs at night.ampl. Long ago (in cinematic years) a
Will Local Productions Work for Indies? Think Co-Productions
By Stacey Parks A popular subject recently has had to do with local productions around the world beginning to cannibalize
Start Your Own SFX Library: A Quick Start Guide
By Bryant Falk As you progress into creating more and  more video or film projects, the need for original sound effects
RED ONE First Impressions: Does It Live Up to the Expectations?
By Jon Firestone Well, the much anticipated Red camera is finally here. Or, at least I finally got my camera,
The Interview Process: How to Get the Best Responses from Subjects
Interviews are usually conducted for corporate, documentary and event productions. As videographers, we often find ourselves in the position of