Film Production

From complex virtual worlds to life-like characters, computer animation offers breathtaking imagery that can enhance a film or television production. But perhaps you have more modest plans in...

In this “How to” scene taken from “Creative Inspiration™: Emmy® and Cannes Film Festival Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker, David Hoffman,” Hoffman explains how he prepares and conducts his...

Ever dream of finding yourself on the set of a major motion picture or television show? Become an extra! The pay is great and no acting experience is necessary. Likewise, all of your friends and...

Most individuals have watched a video, online or elsewhere, and wished that they could have a copy of the audio alone for personal listening on their CD or MP3 player. Thanks to the wonders of...

A filmmaker may need to figure out a way to film a scene while quickly moving. A good vehicle to use for this is a bicycle. In order to use your bicycle to film, you will need to build a mount...

Your Flip camcorder is great at capturing MP4 videos, loading the videos onto your computer, and providing some very basic editing functionality in FlipShare (the program that launches upon...

Universal Studios is one of the largest film and television production studios in Hollywood, with a decades-long list of successful films and other projects. The company has branched out with...

"Digital 8" (properly known as "Digital8") videotape is a type of 8mm videotape used by certain brands of digital video camcorders. While the format has been abandoned for the smaller and...

Just out in theaters is the motion picture Paranormal Activity. The special thing about this movie is that it is a ridiculously low budget film that uses one, relatively cheap, camera. No sets...

Steady cams, occasionally known as steadicams, are devices used by video and film camera operators to utilize handheld cameras, which are capable of navigating through small spaces, while...

PAs can make or break your film shoot success. Knowing how to identify the right person for the job will make all the difference for your project. Below are some helpful tips.

Everyone wants the world to see their videos, but few videos reach over 20,000. There are supposedly one BILLION views on YouTube every day, so here is your chance to grab a chunk of that. I will...

ISO (International Standards Organization) was a term coined in the days when there was only film, so traditionally it refers to film speed and determines its light sensitivity. Similarly with...

If you're constructing a medieval set for a movie or play, you'll probably need to make a dungeon at some point. Foam boards are an ideal material to use for constructing a theatrical dungeon. ...

Creating a visually appealing backdrop is an important part of building a good movie set. The backdrop you construct should blend into the scene, providing visual support without making itself...

Claymation may be considered an obsolete way to create animated movies, but the style and look are still preferred today by movies like "Coraline" and "9." While the effects and quality have...

Working in movies whether it is television or film is not as challenging as one might think especially if a strong desire or talent to contribute is already there. The desire has to come first, as...

Extra, Extra, I'll see you on the Set. If you can't be the star the next best thing is being an extra. It's great fun being a movie extra. You get to watch the behind the scenes workings of...

I am going to show you how to make an inexpensive green screen studio for $20-$30. This is for people new to green screen, or need to make one ASAP. I will also show you how to apply your new...

Animated movies have been around for decades and are so important to the film industry they have their own category at the Academy Awards. For novice filmmakers, animation may seem like a huge...

Animation is a sequence of still pictures displayed in such a way to create the illusion of motion. Traditional animation uses techniques before computers existed but the methods are still used...

If you want to help your child break in to the showbiz industry, he or she is going to need a resume. Resumes are not difficult to construct, but can make or break your chances of being in...

If you wish to employ your child in the entertainment business in California, you will be required, by law, to obtain a work permit. All children under 18 must have a permit - there are no...

Steps to take and questions to ask when searching for and hiring the best video producer / videographer for your needs

These are web compression settings for use with the non-linear editing program Sonic Foundry/Sony Vegas 4.0 or above. With a small amount of tweaking I'm sure these settings work with nearly any...

Here I tell you how to white Balance a Home/consumer Video Camera for Better Looking Videos. Essentially I am going to show you how to make your home video look better without looking, reddish,...

You have just created an informative video to upload to the word wide web. It's the right size, the message is perfect and it is ready to go. One problem---there is no introduction to the video;...

It's easier than you might think, despite being somewhat expensive. This lesson is easy to follow and comes with a great video from visual apex. Enjoy!

Uploading videos to a digital editing software program is the first step in the video-editing phase. Don't fall into the trap of rushing from "upload complete" to the first step of editing. Your...

Rear projection has been giving filmmakers a unique tool of unreality for over a century. Rear projection can take a couple from a dim studio to a sunny California highway or place a man on the...

When the idea of shooting a short film comes up, many people throw it away because they are scared. Unless you are shooting a feature, then you should not worry about how much you are going to...

When filming a music video, it is vital to label each shot so that the editor can piece together the correct segments for the finished product. This is done with a clapper board, an instrument...

Making movies doesn't always require you to have professional experience or work with real actors. With access to the Internet and some free time, you can create a movie to entertain virtually...

The DVCAM format was developed by the Sony corporation for their "prosumer" digital video cameras. DVCAM is almost identical to its more commonly used consumer counterpart, Mini DV. Both formats...

So you have gone out and purchased that new Logitech web cam. You are excited and ready to go online and begin enjoying your new gadget, but there is one little problem: You don't know how to make...

There is no perfect way to frame your shots when shooting film/video or taking stills but these little tips will help your shots look more interesting.

ln this article you'll find step-by-step instructions on how to convert your movie files into an MP4 (MPEG-4) format. If you're a novice in this area, the process can seem a little confusing. In...

As of 2009, streaming live video has become a powerful tool that's accessible to virtually anyone. Besides having a grasp of how websites work and an understanding of fundamental concepts of...

If you have access to a video camera and editing software and are looking to gain some producing experience, you should consider producing expert videos. There are websites that will actually pay...

Streaming live video over the Internet can be a useful tool, but to keep viewers tuned in, your live feed must load quickly and perform trouble-free. A few preventive steps can avoid most...

The Sony PD170 is a professional-grade video camera. Ideal for filming business videos or basic news productions, it is a solid and serviceable camera for the beginning filmmaker as well. Unlike...

Movies are fun ways to remember important events or occasions like weddings or birthdays. If you want to give to your friends and family a copy of what you have recorded, it only takes a few easy...

So you want to be the next Robert Holmes and write a script for a short film? First you need a good idea, a computer, and some script software to get yourself set up and ready to start writing.

Making scary bloody effects with makeup can get wild reactions from people, even give them a scare. This skill can come in handy at Halloween, for parties, or heck, just as a regular hobby. Follow...

If you are going to be making a movie or will be helping on a shoot, you should know that the movie production tent is a vital part of any movie set. The movie production tent is kind of a command...

Have you ever wanted to make your own home movie, music video, or cheesy horror flick? You dont need a million dollar studio to do it. You can make your own video with cuts, edits, and even...

Following the right method will remove much of the fear and uncertainty you might have about how to transfer those precious, brittle 8mm home movies onto the more durable VHS cassette format--or...

Making a silent movie can be a fun weekend project. You can even choose to upload your movie to a video-sharing website such as YouTube. The best part is that all you need to make a simple silent...

As most people know going to the cinema is not the cheapest thing in the world. But with this guide, you'll be laughing.

Ever wanted to work in the Film Industry? Believe it or not it's quite easy to get a job in the Film Industry working as a Production Assistant on Commercials and Movies. With a little know how...