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Easily Make a Skater Dolly

May 12th, 2010 · 1 Comment

Big thanks to Rob Imbs over at lovelyjunkie.com for this great how-to video.

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Tags: Filmmaker · Ideas

Every Film Contract That You Can Think of…and Then Some

April 29th, 2010 · No Comments

Film Contracts.net they have it all from Accounting to Vehicles and Transportation.

• Accounting
• Authorizations
• Breakdown
• Budgeting
• Call Sheets
• Cast
• Check Lists
• Cinematography
• Crew
• Deal Memos
• Equipment
• Insurance
• Lighting
• Locations
• Post-Production Forms
• Pre-Production Forms
• Production Forms
• Production Logs
• Production Reports
• Releases
• Requests
• Safety Forms
• Scheduling
• Sign-Out Forms
• Sound & Music
• Stock Inventory
• Storyboarding
• Stunts
• [...]

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Tags: Filmmaker · Tips

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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Tags: Final Cut Pro · Reviews

Letters From The White House

August 4th, 2009 · No Comments

I love the fact that we are able to be a part of this process. Even if it is an illusion, the White House understands about marketing and how to keep in touch with Americans and people that want to be a part of this unique process.
I produced a similar project at my last [...]

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Tags: Message · Video

Final Cut Pro Tutorial: How to Multiclip Edit

June 26th, 2009 · 5 Comments

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Conversation With Harvey Robinson of Monkeywhale.com Part 2

May 14th, 2009 · 1 Comment

Check out Part 1 here. And always check up what Harvey and the gang are up to at Monkeywhale.com.
It was a pleasure Harvey…looking forward working with you in the future.

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Tags: Conversation · Filmmaker · Podcast

Conversation with Harvey Robinson of Monkeywhale.com Part 1

May 9th, 2009 · 4 Comments

I did it again. Once I start talking I can’t stop. So I split the conversation up. Harvey is a real low key seriously talented kat. But don’t let all this serious artistic video fool ya. He has a dry sense of humor that makes Death Valley seem humid. [...]

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Tags: Conversation · Filmmaker · Podcast · 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

Upcoming Conversation with Harvey Robinson of Monkeywhale.com

April 21st, 2009 · No Comments

I came across Harvey Robinson’s path through the .matrix Project and was wowed by the beautiful storytelling that he presents in his videos. Monkeywhale is not just Harvey but a collaboration of artists that formed a production company in Greensboro, NC. He is a machine when it comes to creating and I for [...]

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Tags: Conversation · Filmmaker · Original

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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