Video & Photographic How-To

Green screens are a fundamental tool in video, allowing producers to incorporate different backgrounds or other elements such as client logos. Pro video producer Brian Alberth talks through different techniques toward... Read More

Video editing is often about creating a workflow that allows you to work at the speed of your vision. Too many editing sessions get derailed by frustrating searches for clips or... Read More

Surviving and succeeding as a video freelancer often means never saying "no." And it can mean gaining experience in many aspects of production. Industry pro Brian Alberth talks about acquiring different... Read More

Gimbals offer new opportunities to capture and create motion. Evolving technologies allow you to control many aspects directly from your phone. Industry pro Brian Alberth talks his experiences using a gimbal... Read More

Every interview can be much more than a talking head captured on-screen. There's a potential to tell a much larger, vivid story, especially through the use of b-roll and more dynamic... Read More

Today, so many viewers watch their content through social media and on smart phones. It's not enough to shoot footage that looks great if it's not formatted for the right platform... Read More

What does it take to work as a camera operator in today's video and film world? Pro freelancer Brian Alberth shares some of the experiences that shaped his career and spotlights... Read More

Great interviews start with great gear. Upgrade your production by adding movement or a second camera. Focusing on lighting and audio will also make a tremendous difference. Industry pro Tim Olsen... Read More

Your productions will only look as good as your lighting. Too many videos look muddy or unprofessional because not enough attention was given to casting interview subjects in the best light.... Read More

Sometimes you have to wear all the hats. Surviving as a video pro may require you to produce high-quality shoots all by yourself. The key to being a one-man crew is... Read More

A key component of budgeting for video production is anticipating the unexpected. Every pitfall brings less control and costs more time and money. Industry pro Brian Alberth discusses different budgeting aspects... Read More

Drones are playing a key role in revitalizing the real estate industry. From virtual house tours to getting a look at the rooftop and the surrounding neighborhood, drones offer unparalleled viewpoints.... Read More

Great drone footage can wow an audience. But capturing the "wow" is fraught with challenges. Drone pro Chuck Slaughter talks you through some of the obstacles you'll face as you navigate... Read More

Houses of worship continue to look for more impactful ways to deliver their message to an audience. A projector and a video wall both have benefits, but what is a better... Read More

Many people are only vaguely aware of panning laws, which makes sense—if something ain’t broke, there’s no desire to fix it. But panning laws can, in fact, cause issues, and the... Read More

The use of projectors in Houses of Worship (HoW) continues to skyrocket, but so does the proliferation of new projection technologies and capabilities. To help our HoW friends make sense of... Read More