After Effects Script of the Week: Tracker2Mask

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Into every After Effects artist’s life a little roto must fall. Although I was told there would be no roto when (name-drop alert!) I worked on Avatar, there came a point right at the end where I had to jump in on a several-hundred frame tracking shot in which foreground and background had to be […]

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Meet the PVC Writers at the Entertainment Technology Expo

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On Wednesday, November 2nd, 1:30-2:45pm you can join the working writers of ProVideoCoalition.com as they discuss which products and developments of 2011 changed their production and post production worlds, what impact these had on content creation and distribution, and which opportunities and challenges they’re expecting to encounter in 2012. Panelists: Art Adams Terry Curren Kendal […]

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Canon Announces New Points Qualification System and Website to Enhance Membership Opportunities

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Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today announced an enhancement to the Canon Professional Services (CPS) program with a new qualification system for membership acceptance. The new CPS professional points system allows an expanded roster of equipment to qualify prospective members into the program. The new points system will help many professionals who […]

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Schneider Optics the exclusive U.S.A distributor for the Chrosziel line of products

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Schneider Optics is proud to announce that as of July 1st, 2011 Schneider Optics became the exclusive U.S.A distributor for the Chrosziel line of products including: Matte Boxes, Follow Focus systems, Wireless Lens Control systems and camera accessories and offer these products through our established Chrosziel dealership network. Schneider Optics also offers through direct sales, […]

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Createasphere’s Entertainment Technology Expo Presents Comprehensive Lineup

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BURBANK, CA – Createasphere – a global community builder for the entertainment technology industry – will present its Entertainment Technology Expo November 2 and 3, returning here again to the Burbank Marriott. The Expo’s programming explores the convergence of today’s tools and the future of content creation. This renowned gathering of innovative technology leaders and […]

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Videoguys October Update and Industry News

I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone at Pro Video Coalition for your patronage and support. PVC is a thriving and growing community of industry experts, leaders and professionals. We would like to extend a special coupon offer to the PVC community: *** Use Coupon Code PVC5OFF and Save 5% on your next […]

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CMG Hidden Gems: Chapter 43 – Advanced Rendering

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We’re going through our book Creating Motion Graphics with After Effects 5th Edition (CMG5) and pulling out a few “hidden gems” from each chapter. These will include essential advice for new users, plus timesaving tips that experienced users may not be aware of. Chapter 43 of CMG5 is not just about network and scripted rendering […]

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