Conquering Color Correction: Make it POP!

Let me preface this post by declaring I am quite green when it comes to color correction. I have a clear understanding of the process, how it works, and what’s involved, but was unable to achieve the balance I saw in other’s work. Well not anymore (sort...

Video Editing Tips: Take Advantage of Formats

I have seen tons of editing tutorials out there that are NLE specific. I watch them all the time. However, I rarely see any basic editing tutorials that are useful for any NLE. In order to fill the void, I present my video-editing tips series, good for the newbie, and...
To SAG or not to SAG? That is the Question.

To SAG or not to SAG? That is the Question.

I recently cast for my short film memorama, and learned some interesting things I wanted to share. It turns out that a few of the actors I cast are SAG/Aftra affiliates, and this can present a problem for a non-SAG film. As a newbie in any type of union productions, I...
Video Editing Tips: Action Jackson

Video Editing Tips: Action Jackson

I have seen tons of editing tutorials out there that are NLE specific. I watch them all the time. However, I rarely see any basic editing tutorials that are useful for any NLE. In order to fill the void, I present my video-editing tips series, good for the newbie, and...
One Pre Production App to Rule Them All

One Pre Production App to Rule Them All

If you read this blog, you can tell I am an advocate of using technology in my pre production process. Today, I’m going to reveal my favorite app for making a shot list, as well as livening up your storyboards. I will preface this for any newcomers that I hold...