Don’t Just Get The Shot

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Filmmakers often ask what they can do to make their projects sound better.  They are all looking for that one great tip and expecting an awe-inspiring “aha!” insight.  However, recording, editing and mixing sound is no different than any other part of the process. It takes good equipment, good crew and good locations.  Would you […]

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Product Review: Davis & Sanford ProElite Tripod with 525 Fluid Head

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Adorama recently added some new affordable video tripods to their catalog from Davis & Sanford. I had a chance to try out the versatile and heavy-duty ProElite Tripod with a 525 Fluid Head for a few weeks and I share my test results with you from both an indoor shoot with a DSLR and a […]

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Let’s Learn Media Composer – Lesson 94

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In this lesson, Kevin P McAuliffe answers a viewers question about offlining a show in Media Composer and finishing in Premiere Pro CC. What was once a very painful process is now done very easily, whether you're going to online on the same machine, or half way across the world. Kevin P Mcauliffe is a […]

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Eight Steps to a Successful Implementation Project

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To achieve a successful implementation of any project, including the installation and deployment of a Digital Asset Management (DAM) system, it is crucial that customers and vendors are on the same page regarding goals and overall strategy. The following are eight key steps to keep in mind for a successful implementation.  1. Good Fit Any […]

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Entertainment Technology Expo 2013: Wrap Up

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The Entertainment Technology Expo of 2013 was filled with a variety of training opportunities, including time lapse tutorials as well as formal discussions of the 4K revolution.  It was also home to some surprising new announcements from the likes of Canon and Blackmagic Design.  If that wasn't enough, there were other manufacturers on hand with […]

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One Ring to Rule Them All – Random Text Animation in Motion

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This week on MacBreak Studio, I show Steve Martin from Ripple Training how to create a random text animation in Motion. Motion's text styling and animating capabilities are superb – especially when it comes to animating text with behaviors. And while there are many great preset animations to choose from, there isn't one that will […]

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