There are a plethora of review and approval options for video pros out there, but the folks behind Frame.io are positioning their tool as something different. Initially developed as an internal tool for the creator’s post-production company, Frame.io expanded to become something much more. Starting today, creative teams can begin using a free version of […]
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When I was first asked to take a look at the Amkov AMK5000 WiFi 1080P/14MP action camera that is obviously a clone of the popular GoPro, I was not only skeptical but a bit amused at just how much detail this manufacturer went through to copy the HERO form and function. So I thought, okay […]
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I had a frustrating scare of my own making recently when I went to boot Avid Media Composer on my laptop, outside of my usual office, and realized instantly as I clicked the icon that I had forgotten to deactivate my MC install at the office before I left. I began to panic as I […]
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This year’s NAB Show is going to be buzzing with drones/UAVs – both literally and figuratively! Starting with two-full-day workshops out in the desert in the Nelson Ghost Town and moving into the NAB Show Expo at the Las Vegas Convention Center, there will be several exhibitors demonstrating their gear as well as several conference […]
In prior articles, I have clarified how vital it is to record and edit 48 kHz audio for today’s video productions. However, so far, I have barely touched the differences between 24-bit versus 16-bit audio production and distribution, for both audio/video and audio only programs. Whether or not you like Jack Bauer, you need to […]
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Over my many years of editing I’ve searched high and low for different types of input devices that might provide an easier, faster and better editing experience. There’s been no shortage of options that I’ve tried as many of those now litter my closet. One of the most unique has to be the Contour RollerMouse. […]
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Video game aficionados are no doubt familiar with Dead Rising, a third-person action video game franchise that has sold more than 7.6 million copies worldwide. In 2014, Contradiction Films, which specializes in finding properties in the video game world that can become good feature films, secured the film rights to Dead Rising: Watchtower. The company then locked […]
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We’ve previously talked with Wipster CEO Rollo Wenlock about their video review and approval tool, and in fact we’ve had multiple contributors check out the system in detail. Suffice to say, if you’re struggling with the process around your creative project or simply want to explore a new approach, you should see what Wipster has […]
I don’t usually do reviews on accessory products like camera cases or bags, but as a long-time photographer and small gear geek, I’ve gone through hundreds of different configurations and designs over the years and even modified my own bags to best suit my needs, as most “portable” bags either feel like a woman’s overstuffed […]
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In this lesson, we’re back to basics talking about Settings again, and we’re going to expand our look at the Export settings, and talk about taking HD timelines and exporting them for SD, as well as the new 8.3.1 update that let’s us export DNxHR QuickTime movies. […]
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