Guides & Articles on Video Production

Animation and Visual Effects Organizations

Stay abreast of industry issues, news and trends by joining animation and visual effects organizations

If you own a company in the animation or visual effects industry, you would do well to partner with an animation and visual effects to strengthen your business expertise and credibility. Industry organizations bring together professionals with similar goals and challenges. Members of industry organizations come from all company divisions, but all share the same objective of...


Buying and Using a Camcorder or Video Camera

Ready for your close-up? First, take a closer look at camcorder and video camera choices

Buying a digital video camera, often interchangeably called a digital camcorder, is easier than ever. Technology has shrunk quality digital camcorders down to palm-size and optics and recording technology, whether mini-DV tapes, DVD disc or an onboard hard drive, is easy to use.Other than price, the decision factors are fairly easy to master, and a digital camcorder bought today...


Documentary and Nonfiction Film Production Companies Basics

Tap into expertise from documentary and non fiction production companies

Knowing documentary and nonfiction film production companies basics offers a filmmaker many advantages. High-quality cinematography helps filmmakers make a big impact. Many filmmakers want their films to go beyond the initial story. When you use film production companies, you don't need to purchase equipment, and the companies use their expertise to avoid production snags,...


Documentary and Nonfiction Film Production Companies

Use a documentary production company to tell your story or spotlight an issue

Documentary and nonfiction film production companies can translate your take on the real world, making it appealing to viewers. A documentary production company can help ensure that your cinema project lives up to professional standards and finds an audience worthy of its message. Non-fiction production companies are the bridge linking your creative vision to the resources that...


Educational TV Distributors and Wholesalers

Educational TV distributors and wholesalers serve an ever-growing community

Educational television distribution is one of the final steps in launching an educational production. You need to know where to find distributors and wholesalers for your video creations. The market is out there, they just need to access your film. You can find public media, state-sponsored programs, university educational TV distribution channels and independent companies.You can...


Film Camera and Lens Equipment

Focus in on camera and lens equipment for your film camera needs

Movie film camera equipment has been around since the late 1800s. Capturing motion on a fluid roll of tape at 24 or 30 frames per second instead of a fast series of stopped motion photos was a great catalyst for the movie industry.Whether you are an amateur or professional film photographer, you want the best camera for the job. Lenses play an important role in filming as they are...


Film Production Companies in California

Use film production companies in California to create projects

Are you in the market for film production companies in California? You’ve finished the script and now you're ready to start filming. Your next step is to look for that California film production company so the crew can start on your project. You don’t have to be a Steven Spielsberg to film a movie. You also don’t have to go to a major studio like Paramount...


Film Production Companies in the United States

Create animation, indie films and corporate videos with film companies in the USA

If you're looking for film production companies in America to produce your film, don’t be surprised if you find them in your city. You can find many film production companies in the United States. You no longer need to go to Los Angeles or New York City to film a movie, video, or documentary.Today's producers and directors are filming their projects at different film...


Film Production Equipment and Supplies Basics

Determine film production equipment and supplies basics before purchasing equipment

Filmmaking is a serious business, and before going out and inadvertently blowing your budget on unnecessary equipment, it's important to determine film production equipment and supplies basics. Resist the urge to run out and purchase the latest equipment. Instead, consider video acquisitions systems that include audio, video with support, accessories and lighting.In the world...


Film Production Equipment and Supplies

What film supplies and movie production equipment you actually need to make your film

You have a story you want to tell on film, but how do you know what film equipment you actually need to tell it? Savvy Hollywood producers make sure that their film's budget is "on the screen" and not gobbled up by cast and crew perks or by unnecessary film production equipment. The novice filmmaker sometimes rents expensive camera rigging or pays for effects that...


Getting Video on the Web

Upload your message to free video hosting sites and establish an online presence

With the advent of broadband Internet access and the proliferation of free video hosting sites like YouTube, Blip.tv, Revver and Veoh.com, today anyone with a camcorder and an Internet connection can produce a video and share it with the world.  Producing video for the Web can be a powerful marketing tool for your business.  Some benefits include: Free or low-cost...


Making the Most of Documentary and Nonfiction Film Production Companies

Get perfect pictures by making the most of documentary and nonfiction film production companies

For a film to achieve the desired production level, you should be learning about and making the most of documentary and nonfiction film production companies. Knowing the details behind the scenes makes for a better collaboration between filmmaker and productions studio.Determine non-fiction production companies who have a similar style to the way you picture your documentary. When...


Making the Most of Video Production Equipment

Get your cameras and video production business rolling with video production equipment

Whether you're planning to start your own video production business or you've been in business for a while, it's important that you know about video production equipment such as studio cameras, cranes and tripods, along with post production equipment like editing bays and video duplication units. Learn how to use film equipment from film industry experts as well as...


Motion Capture Systems

Capture the latest motion capture system products and software

Motion capture systems (also called mocap systems) are just one part of the growing field of technological advances in the world of television and film. Motion capture systems use a set of carefully placed sensors to track, record and reproduce motion on screen. These systems for motion capture are commonly used for medical purposes and for sports and film recordings as well as...


Music Video Production

Consider music video production as a lucrative add-on to your video production business

Making music videos can be one of the most creative forms of video production. Music video producers are typically allowed a significant amount of artistic freedom during music video production. Of course, music video production costs as well as promotion of the product (in this case, an artist or band) must remain at the forefront of the project.If you already have a video...


Online Films

Working with production companies to create projects for online film sites

Advanced technology has made it possible for anyone with Internet access to watch films online. All it takes is a high-speed connection and a little knowledge of where to find an online movie. This technology allows any company to advertise and promote themselves on the web. By working with an Internet film production company, any business is able to get their company name, brand...


Producing a Promotional Video

The right video can give a big boost to your small business

These days, virtually any kind of business can increase its exposure and acquire new customers by producing a compelling video. Because of the Web – and also because the cost of video technology has decreased dramatically in recent years – professional-quality promotional videos are now within the means of entrepreneurs with limited budgets. A good promotional video...


Special Effects

Special effects bring your movie to life

Movie special effects are an excellent addition to most films. They captivate the audience, and they help create a buzz about your film. Finding the right special effects company can be tricky, though, as you not only want experience in terms of years, but experience in terms of creativity of skill and stretching your budget.Film special effects can be as simple as makeup to as...


Supplies for Film Camera and Lens Equipment

Find photography accessories to compliment film camera equipment

Filming camera equipment goes beyond just the cameras, lenses and film alone. Tripods, lighting and storage equipment are essential for any type of professional photography. Film camera equipment must also include the means to develop that film. This is true of both still camera equipment and movie camera equipment.The greater list of supplies is one reason many photographers...


Supplies for Video Cameras

Get a clear picture about video camera supplies

Technological advances in video cameras have been truly amazing. Devices that once weighed several pounds now fit in the palm of your hand. Changes in the video camera itself has spawned changes in supplies for video camera. New videocams call for new types of video camera accessories as well.Regardless of usage plans, when your business purchases a professional video camera...


Television Programming

Make television programming work for you

Since the advent of the television, millions of people have plunked themselves down in front of the "tube" for entertainment. It quickly became, and continues to be, one of the easiest and cheapest forms of entertainment available to the general public.With such a captive audience, using television programming is a great way to make the public aware of your products and...


Training for Film Production Equipment and Supplies

Obtain training for film production equipment and supplies usage to optimize creative output

After the writer writes the script and you purchase equipment, achieve optimal performance in filmmaking via training for film production equipment and supplies. It doesn't matter whether you're a novice or professional, the technology of the industry is constantly evolving and training keeps you ready to deal with the changes. You might want to determine what movie...


Using Film Camera and Lens Equipment

Learn about the best ways to use film camera lenses and other equipment

Film photography is becoming a lost art in a digital age. As film camera use dwindles, so does the right knowledge of using them and their equipment. The proper use of the professional film camera lens, and other gear like tripods, is a valuable commodity.Whether your business involves using film cameras or teaching others, learning everything about using film camera and lens...


Video Duplication

Use video duplication to inform clients or share family memories

Video duplication and video in general aren’t dead, yet. Musicians, small business managers, and even grandmothers are still using videotape duplication to educate customers and to share movies of family gatherings. Video duplication of corporate events, training and how-to videos, concerts, weddings, graduations, family reunions and the like is still popular. Copy...


Video Production Equipment

How to choose the best video production equipment for your business

If you’re thinking of adding a production unit to your business or you’re already involved in TV or film production, choosing and purchasing the right equipment is vital for the success of your business. Luckily with the drop in price of digital video equipment, you have a plethora of options to choose from in your equipment search.Some things to keep in mind as you...