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Maximise Blackmagic Cameras

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Blackmagic cameras can produce amazing results and there are countless examples on the Internet. As a Pocket Cinema Camera user, I am always amazed what this little camera can produce when it’s set properly. In this post, I would like

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See-Through Titles

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This Premiere Pro tip will make your movie titles doubly effective.

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Effectively Collaborate with Your DP

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The independent filmmaker must learn to wear many hats, from casting to editing. But as you advance to bigger productions, one of the most important skills to learn is the art of delegation. With experience, you’ll establish a crew that

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Slider Moves for Interviews

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Beautifully shot documentary interviews are vital to your film’s success. Get the best footage possible with these tips. Source: How to Shoot Gorgeous Documentary Interviews

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Noob Editing Mistakes

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Mistakes almost all beginner editors make & what you can do to fix them. This guy touches on J-Cuts, Split Edits and a host of other editing devices to connect with your viewers.

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Film Directing

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Becoming a film director is a dream job for many people. If you’re ready and willing to put in the time, have creative vision and an impressive ability to make something out of nothing, then becoming a film director might

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Film Directing

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Harsh but helpful truths on “becoming” a film director – Not for the faint-hearted!

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Hand Drawn Animated Lower Thirds

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A fast and effective way to put a unique spin on lower thirds is to draw them yourself. Nothing screams originality like your own handwriting for a lower third animation. You can apply this effect to a number of styles and situations, including infographics, transitions, and

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Create Electronic Press Kits

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A good EPK is a powerful film marketing tool. It gets you to festivals, supports your crowdfunding and lands you a distribution deal. View EPK examples.