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Review: SUGARfx HUD

October 12th, 2009 · 1 Comment

What is SUGARfx HUD?
A unique set of plug-ins to make your video look like it’s being seen through binoculars, weapon sights, old cameras and a wide range of high-tech gadgetry.
The trial, unlockable version of HUD comes with the standard FxFactory installer.
The Review
HUD comes with 3 filters, Binoculars, On Screen Display and Target. FxFactory can [...]

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Off to NATPE LATV Fest

July 8th, 2009 · No Comments

I arrived in LA yesterday around 2 PM, after missing the connecting flight in Houston. Took a cab to Philippa’s house a good high school friend, where her neighbor took me to her car. Got in her car and was on my way to another old friend from Montclair. Simon Cote and [...]

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Tags: Ideas · Profession

Free Film Releases and Documents

June 11th, 2009 · No Comments

When I was preparing for The Corporate Assassin shoot this past Sunday I found a useful site that has all the documents that I needed for the shoot.

Talent Release
Location Release
Call Sheet
Cast & Crew Contact sheets

And more check it out.

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Tags: Freeware · News

My Birthday Wish

May 31st, 2009 · No Comments

As a kid I always wished for more than I deserved, I think we all do that, but I was never disappointed. When you are around friends and family and celebrate the day you were born, it is the best feeling in the world.
May 31st, is my birthday and I have an [...]

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Tags: Creative · Personal · Profession

What To Charge For Your Services

May 5th, 2009 · 3 Comments

I got a few emails from my last post and I thought now would be a great time to discuss this topic.
What should I charge for my services?
Right now my rate for any service is $50 an hour, with a minimum of $200 to shoot.
10 years ago you had videographers charge [...]

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Tags: Filmmaker · Final Cut Pro · Message

Must Have Keyboard Shortcuts For Final Cut Pro

April 18th, 2009 · 2 Comments

KeyXL has a great list for keyboard shortcuts for Final Cut Pro.
They also have keyboard shortcuts for many other useful applications.
I’ve printed out the list and have it by my side. Each week I pick up 3 new shortcuts that I had no idea about. I’ve always been a [...]

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Tags: Final Cut Pro · Tips

How Should I Shoot This

April 1st, 2009 · 7 Comments

I have a shoot Thursday morning at 10 with a client that needs a video in order to fulfill his posting on a popular listing service. In order for his info to be listed the video needs to be done. Here is the catch. He just moved to the area and doesn’t [...]

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Tags: Help

Saving The Monkeywhale

April 1st, 2009 · No Comments

I’ve had the pleasure to be behind the scenes and experience the passion this crew has. The stories that are told are in your face and are visually stunning. There is a lot of purpose behind it. I’m not at a level where I can hire a crew to tell a story [...]

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NC Filmmakers Connect

February 11th, 2009 · No Comments

The brilliant mind of Rick Burnett of Asylum Studio Productions has made it his goal to put together a site where NC filmmakers can go and meet, create and collaborate on projects happening in the great state of North Carolina. Called NC Film Connection.
Have a project? Post it. Want to work on [...]

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Every Film Contract You Can Think Of

January 20th, 2009 · 1 Comment

I can’t remember the reason why I stopped by this website, but I’m glad I did. It has every kind of production form and contract you can think of. I haven’t purchased it yet but when I’m get closer to shooting and producing my own TV series you can bet I will make [...]

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