Quality ~ Professional ~ Experienced

January 26, 2012
Ridley Scott and YouTube are banding together once again, this time as part of Your Film Festival where one prize winner will get $500.000 to professionally produce their short film.  To enter, submit your 15-minute-or-less story-driven video from February 2nd through March 31st to www.youtube.com/yourfilfestival

3/02/12
Released by Nikon to show off the video capabilities of its new Nikon D800 HDSLR, "Joy Ride" is a 5-minute film showcasing high-speed action in low-light situations.  It was directed by Sandro Miller.  Click on the link to view the film and a behind-the-scenes featurette.

December 22, 2010

Article "Sharper, Faster, Higher" from DV.com about how new HD camera options will change everything in 2011.

March 2012 issue of DV Magazine
Check out new gear info on AVID Studio for IPAD APP, Nikon D800 DSLR, JVC Montiros, and more.

03/12/2012
Article from StarkInsider about tips for shooting better DSLR video.

February 2, 2009

Article from Filmmakers.com about the role of a Film Director.

For digital graphics, motion elements, motion jumpacks, and music:

Digital Juice - www.digitaljuice.com

For video, audio, lighting equipment and editing software:

B&H Photo-Video-Pro Audio - www.bhphotovideo.com

Here are a few templates of shot logs, dvd covers & labels, etc.

Shot Log Template

DVD Cover Template

DVD Label Template

Film Script Template

Video Script Example

For an independent filmmaker/producer getting a grant is a great way to fund part of all of your production costs.  Also, submitting your work and receiving recognition can set you ahead of the competition.  Check out these links for more information:

http://vimeo.com/awards

www.emerson.edu/media-arts/grants.cfm

www.filmindependent.org/fellowships/filmmaker_grants

www.tellyawards.com