B-Roll: An Educational Approach
B-roll - you hear about it all the time, but what is it? This article will help clarify your understanding of b-roll as well as give you some tips and tricks on how to do it better.
Shoutout To Cellphones!
Tom discusses the benefits of cell phones in the classroom and how you can manage your classroom so that phones aren’t a curse. Sharing details on workflows for news and film production, Tom also gives you a project that could be easily done on phones.
The Year I was A Spy… How to make your news room better
Espionage is often the key to success for your mission. Tom has been a spy for a year now and is sharing his findings with you on how to best run a newsroom and get the most from your students.
Teaching To The Test Pattern EP 124: Ask The Engineer #1
Video production educators have a lot of manage and often the thoughts and understanding of engineering get left behind. In this new series, Tom talks with Faraz Ahmed from Amitrace about several engineering concerns that educators may face in their classroom and in the field.
Filming People in Public: A General Guideline for Content Creators
Learn the guidelines for filming people in public for your YouTube channel. Discover legal considerations, consent, privacy, and ethical practices to create respectful content that respects personal boundaries and follows local laws. Be responsible and ethical while producing engaging videos.
Formatting a Two-Column Script in Google Docs: A Step-by-Step Guide
Harness the power of Google Docs' collaborative features to create professional scripts that meet industry standards. Follow our expert tips and enhance your productivity in scriptwriting. Format your AV scripts with ease using Google Docs and bring your creative vision to life.
Why Use Floor Director Hand Signals?
Mastering the art of precise cueing is crucial for seamless live broadcasts. Learn the significance of hand cues and signals, how they enhance performance, and the dangers of incorrect cueing. Discover expert tips for effective communication with talent, ensuring flawless transitions and captivating productions. Elevate your broadcasting game with this comprehensive guide to precise cueing.
Filmmakers as Artists: Unveiling the Power of Intention in the Creative Process
Discover why filmmakers are considered artists as we delve into the creative process and the vital role of intention. This article explores the multidisciplinary nature of filmmaking, highlighting the deliberate use of visual aesthetics, storytelling techniques, character development, and thematic exploration. By harnessing the power of intention, filmmakers create immersive experiences that provoke emotions, challenge conventions, and spark meaningful conversations. Join us as we celebrate the artistry behind the lens and delve into the captivating world of filmmaking.
My Thoughts: Hands-On with the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 6K G2
Experience a hands-on review of the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 6K G2, a game-changer in the world of digital cinematography. Discover how this cutting-edge device performs under various conditions, its battery life, usability, and how it pairs with different lenses. Perfect for educators, creators, and videography enthusiasts, the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 6K G2 stands as a testament to cost-effective, high-quality filming technology.
BUT/THEREFORE STORYTELLING APPROACH
Before you ask your kids to go write a script, start here with the But/Therefore storytelling approach and watch your kids become better storytellers.
CREATIVE STORYTELLING WITH COLOR: AN EXPLORATION of YELLOW (part 1 of 8)
Are you looking for creative ways to encourage young filmmakers to make more conscientious choices in pre-production that pay off in big ways when students make their films?
Teaching To The Test Pattern: Dr. Andrew Stevens
Listen as Josh talks with Dr. Andrew Stevens from North Greenville University. This episode was recorded at Camp T&I in Brunswick Georgia.
Say My Name: The Importance of Knowing Your Students
In this article Josh relates some personal experiences where having a personal connection with his students made all the difference. He also gives a fun way that you can get to know your students more… beginning on the first day of school, so that you can create a classroom environment “where everybody knows your name”.
The Most Important Door in Georgia Video Production Education
SciFi is not the only place where you can enter a portal into another world. The outside door to room 305 at the Golden Isles College and Career Academy takes video production educators from around the state of Georgia to a world of real, relevant professional development.
The walking Dead of Media…
Radio isn’t dead… it’s more like a zombie. TV isn’t dead but it’s still making money and serving a purpose. Film and Movies aren’t going anywhere but they are changing. Just like the industries we serve, your classroom is changing and so should you.
Common camera supports used in the film industry
Too often our students are lazy and refuse to do the work to get the best possible shots. Sometimes though… we don’t teach them everything they need to know. This article provides some of the information we might leave out from time-to-time, as related to camera support systems.
What is Phantom Power?
Did you know that many microphones require a power source, just like your toaster? In addition, there are two different requirements depending on which microphone you are using, Phantom Power or Plugin Power. That can be confusing!
Failing To Succeed
This picture (John Paul Jones, Dave Grohl, and me) popped up in my memories today and set me back. This was the day I knew something had to change - 2/11/2010.
Long story short: I didn’t set up my own gear and got burned. The radio station had done a promotion for two weeks where listeners were able to ask these titans of rock music any question. It was a big deal. We had a real film crew with real lights and cameras for an interview. I was in charge of audio and cutting the BS and excuses- the audio wasn’t usable so the whole promotion was ruined. And it was my fault.
A Tale of Two PTZ Cameras: Newtek UHDPTX and Aida PTZ-NDI-X18B in Action
Explore the hands-on experience of using two PTZ cameras - the Newtek UHDPTX and Aida PTZ-NDI-X18B - in an NDI video production workflow. Understand their strengths, quirks, and suitable use-cases from real-life scenarios in an educational setting. Discover why the most expensive camera isn't always the best fit and how to choose the right PTZ camera for your specific needs.