http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Forums » Tag: equipment - Recent Posts en Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:39:50 +0000 http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/what-do-i-need-to-set-up-a-video-studio#post-50746 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 22:56:25 +0000 Johnboy 50746@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>short and sweet:<br /> 1. A good camera for the format you are delivering in (standard or high def)<br /> 2. A good fluid head on top of a good set of tripod legs.<br /> 3. Background drop material unless you want to look at the walls<br /> 4. 1 good light source<br /> 5. wireless mic or a shotgun mic on a stand<br /> 6. if you are going to edit these, you need to decide on platform before you make your choice on software. Mac &gt; Final Cut PC &gt; Adobe, Sony Vegas....... this list goes on.<br /> 7. time and patience. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/what-do-i-need-to-set-up-a-video-studio#post-50743 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 22:47:43 +0000 grinner 50743@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>If shooting film, you'll ned to iron out telecine costs before taking another step. Sounds like shooting video would be just fine in your case. Your gear requirements revolve around your needs. SD? HD? Do you really need make up artists? Can a simple 3 point light kit not do?<br /> My thought is you are not quite ready for the overhead/risk. Staffing for some years to gain experience and contacts, the freelancing to home business skills would help wonders and limit much risk and frustration.<br /> That said, if it helps, I shoot mainly with a Sony FX-1 with Cartoni support, Lowel lighting and just a few required mics and I post in an Avid Adrenaline suite with BCC AVX, Genarts Sapphire effects, After Effects and Photoshop, authoring with Avid DVDit when needed. I master mainly to Beta SP. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/what-do-i-need-to-set-up-a-video-studio#post-50739 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 19:57:16 +0000 bookin_it 50739@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi there! My company is looking to set up a video studio. Nothing crazy but to use a storage room to film incoming executives for training videos-talking heads mainly. What type of equipment would we need? Around how much would it cost? And does anyone have recommendations for products? I loved to know EVERYTHING we might need--from makeup brushes to lighting. Also, we would like it if we could take the camera and lighting out to conventions.</p> <p>We would send staff to learn to film and one of our staff members already edits video on her mac laptop using Final Cut or imovie for simple edits. </p> <p>Any recommendations would be much appreciated. Thanks so much in advance!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/starting-business-gt-need-advice#post-50614 Sat, 05 Sep 2009 23:45:28 +0000 grinner 50614@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>1. Staff for places until you gain your own client following.<br /> 2. Freelance long enough to know you can afford an overhead.<br /> 3. Build your business around the clientele asking you to. Finance nothing. Buy as ya go or just keep freelancing. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/beginner-help-travel-documentary-equipment#post-50251 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:01:47 +0000 EarlC 50251@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I like the solid state memory, primarily. I'm not worried about editing work flow, particularly if I happen to go with the JVC instead, as I have the option to record in native QuickTime should I choose.</p> <p>I am NOT a techno-geek, other than sharing info with a few who might possibly qualify as such, but AM an avid reader and believe in hands-on comparative analysis - something I will do either at the counter or via rental of the units in which I am interested.</p> <p>Also, I have at my disposal a 2008-9 model of Mac Pro 8-core with 3Ts of storage, plus firewire storage, plus 16 gigs RAM and the previous current FCP, upgrading to the just-released version in a couple of weeks. In addition, I have one of the most knowledgeable people of the MAC systems, os &#38; FCP at my disposal as well - two actually.</p> <p>Based on their input, and my future production focus, I believe I will do nicely with the power and storage I have utilizing AVCHD. IMHO, all forms have their warts and bumps. This approach, using AVCHD acquisition and its reduction of moving parts via the SDHC recording, potential for drag and drop eliminating digitizing (the single most time-consuming element of current editing facilitation), and the generally acceptable quality of resulting productions using AVCHD, I do not let the debates pro or con, this or that, HDV, HD, PC, Mac, etc. trouble me in the least.</p> <p>There will ALWAYS be something better, easier, more advanced, blah, blah...but we all have the advantage of research, available information, forum opinion-ation and hands-on reports as well as our own opportunities to test the waters to make decisions that best suit our specific and individual needs.</p> <p>I think a lot of people, new or experienced, get caught up in the debates and never really lock and load on something they can work with NOW. So many I know stumble along on truly outdated technology for two reasons - they're comfortable with what they've used and learned, reluctant to move ahead due to the very real (or not) learning difficulties; or, they use pretty much the same mind-set to hold off, always waiting for "the next best thing."</p> <p>Actually, there are three - many are comfortable, content, knowledgeable and productive using the systems for acquisition and editing they already have and see no realistic or economic need/justification to change formulas or formats. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/beginner-help-travel-documentary-equipment#post-50245 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 18:20:45 +0000 davidI 50245@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Thanks EarlC - that was a great read. I'd actually looked at doing that same bike tour previously so I'm rather interest how his film turned out!<br /> Out of curiousity, why would you lean toward AVCHD? Just to have solid state memory or is there an advantage in workflow? Most of my research thus far has indicated that HVD is easier / faster for editing? </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/beginner-help-travel-documentary-equipment#post-50244 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 18:00:57 +0000 EarlC 50244@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Also, check out the advice given this thread with similar information but more based on approach rather than equipment.</p> <p><a href="http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/solo-euroasia-bicycle-tour-how-to-film-it" rel="nofollow">http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/solo-euroasia-bicycle-tour-how-to-film-it</a></p> <p>Although my target camera will be the AVCHD cameras by either JVC or Panasonic's HMC150 using SDHC card for content recording, I lean toward, and will likely acquire as a backup, the Canon HV 40, or even the HV 30 if any remain available. Although tape is going to eventually become more difficult to obtain, like VHS and S-VHS, you can still find it, buy it and use it. MiniDV will be available for some time to come IMHO. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/beginner-help-travel-documentary-equipment#post-50243 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:52:16 +0000 davidI 50243@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> ^ Thanks, I had read that thread previous to posting this. As that fellow is working with PC his requirements seem a little different than mine. Is the HF S10 a better camera than the HV40 for my needs? I've read so many recommendations to use tape that I'm not sure if SD is a good way to go? I've also read that HVD is easier to edit in FCP than AVCHD due to the compression issues? </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/beginner-help-travel-documentary-equipment#post-50241 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:42:28 +0000 EarlC 50241@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Check out this link, posted a week ago and virtually identical to your post.<br /> <a href="http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/beginner-needs-advice-on-hardwaresoftware-for-documentary" rel="nofollow">http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/beginner-needs-advice-on-hardwaresoftware-for-documentary</a> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/beginner-help-travel-documentary-equipment#post-50234 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:16:24 +0000 davidI 50234@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I spent 2.5 years traveling the world and am off on another 6 - 18 month adventure shortly. This round, I've considered filming a travel documentary based on my overseas experiences. I've been into photography for ~15 years and have spent plenty of time in the darkroom and more recently transitioned to digital. I'd like to try my hand at film now but am having a hard time figuring out what I'll need to film a decent documentary. I've spent countless hours researching already, but need to start buying equipment soon as I head out in less than a month. If possible I'd like to keep my spend &lt;$4k CDN, but do have some flexibility.</p> <p>#1 Camcorder - I looked at prosumer cameras like the HVRA1U &#38; HD1000U but decided they're too big and bulky for travel. Plus, there is the potential for issues at immigration as I'd rather not be seen as a journalist. I've read that it may be best to stick to HDV / Mini-DV format - what's a good camera that will give me the manual flexibility to begin learning proper videographer skills? I read great things about the Canon HV20 when it came out as a camcorder that would fit my needs - is the HV40 the best current iteration for my needs or is there a comparable Sony / Panasonic worth looking at?</p> <p>#2 Laptop - Looks like Mac is the way to go with Final Cut Pro. I've read all sorts of conflicting information with respect to which model of Macbook Pro I should get though. I figure when it comes down to editing I can get an external monitor, so screen size isn't necessarily a deciding factor, and smaller is better when it comes to travel. The 17" is also plenty expensive. I've read that the 13" can't run all the features in FCP because it doesn't have a dedicated video card - which would guide me towards the 15". Will the 15" do for me? I've read some stuff about the firewire port being an issue - presumably because people want 2 FW ports so they can import video from their camera directly to an external HD?</p> <p>#3 External HD - I haven't played around with much video editing software in the past, but I know storage is always a big factor. What should I be looking at for an external HD to pair with the Macbook Pro.</p> <p>#4 Tripod, Lights, Mic (external sound necessary?) - Any budget / compact recommendations for these accessories? Any other must-haves for filming. Content is going to have to play a larger part than quality in my documentary but I'd still like to aim for a reasonable quality!</p> <p>#5 Workflow - Can anyone give me any hints / tips for how I should approach my filming, storage, import, editing and output. I know I have a ton to learn about FCP and I'll make tons of mistakes along the way, but any helpful newbie hints would be appreciated!!!</p> <p>Sorry for the long post - but I'd really appreciate any help you can offer as it's a rather complicated endeavour to jump into with such short lead-time!! </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/starting-business-gt-need-advice#post-49388 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 22:32:57 +0000 composite1 49388@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Wazzu,</p> <p>Before you jump into the biz you need to take some time to really plan out what your business plan and goals are. You say you figure you'll go into it by shooting weddings, have you ever shot one before? Have you done any research on how to set up the shoot with your potential customers, plan the shoot, set up a minimum equipment list, set up a shot list, plan the actual shoot, what will your editing-delivery turnaround time be and how much to charge for your services? That's a good deal of info to not be aware of. </p> <p>Birdcat and the others are correct, Wedding Video shoots are exceptionally stressful and screwing just one up can kill your reputation. If you can, intern or apprentice under someone currently in the wedding video business. You may find that you don't like shooting weddings. I've shot a number of them as a photographer and videographer and I try to avoid them as much as possible. I applaud your excitement level, but your naivete' will cause you tons of grief.</p> <p>I thoroughly recommend you research this as a business <strong>before you spend any money on gear or anything else!</strong> If you don't have any experience shooting video at all, Anyone in the forums can attest that shooting a proper video to be sold commercially takes more than just picking up a camera and shooting. And for goodness sake please don't jump on a gig just because someone wants 'a student shooter'. That's just code for they 'don't want to pay anything for the job' and if you botch the job (cause at this stage you will), unless you've taken the time to learn what to do and make your mistakes when they won't count as much.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/starting-business-gt-need-advice#post-49363 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 06:07:43 +0000 EarlC 49363@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Read "<a href="http://eccomeecgo.blogspot.com/2009/06/costing-entry-level-video-business.html">Entry Level Video Business</a>" and "<a href="http://eccomeecgo.blogspot.com/2009/06/whats-it-cost-to-produce-average.html">What's It Cost to Produce the Average Wedding</a>" for some ideas, thoughts, tips and insights.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/starting-business-gt-need-advice#post-49355 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 21:42:26 +0000 Aikidoken 49355@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Here's a quick laundry list..</p> <p>HD Video Camera (everyone is going HD so this going to be the norm)</p> <p>Wireless Lapel Mic</p> <p>On Camera lighting </p> <p>Tripod (don't buy a cheap one..) </p> <p>Computer for editing (if you are a PC, get a quad core or i7 processor with 8 GB Ram and 1 TB memory with a 512 MB Nvidia graphics card and a decent Monitor )</p> <p>Headphones </p> <p>Buy your equipment so it becomes your best friend..Also, read up /watch on how to shoot weddings /camera movements but only as reference guide, in the end you will have to find your own style..get some experience, respect those who have been in this business a long time..Remember this is an important film for the couple</p> <p>some of the projects we do are re-editing wedding movies shot by amateurs who right off the bat charges an arm and a leg for a pretty stale and boring wedding video..it ruins the business for everyone...Good luck  </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/a-good-lavalier-microphone#post-47417 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 16:46:39 +0000 candjvideo 47417@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I actually bought a lavalier mic off of Ebay and paid far less than $150 and have been very satisfied with it.  I remember just searching under camcorder mic. I have used it on several shoots and it has worked like a charm everytime.  </p> <p>However, on the flipside, I took a chance on a wireless lavalier unit on Ebay and that was just horrible.  So much noise that I could not use it.  But on wireless, it is more difficult to cut any corners without having a HUGE impact on quality.  </p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/a-good-lavalier-microphone#post-47400 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 05:27:43 +0000 LKraemer456 47400@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Cool. Two great tips. Thanks! I hadn't searched on Ebay under lav.  Signal to Noise...Good to know!</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/a-good-lavalier-microphone#post-47396 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 02:29:56 +0000 XTR-91 47396@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>If you're willing to take somewhat of a risk, you should try eBay. As Rob said, small lapel microphones are not cheap mics. If you want a good lav mic that is new, you should consider raising your budget.</p> <p><a href="http://shop.ebay.com/?_from=R40&amp;_trksid=p3907.m38.l1313&amp;_nkw=lav+mic&amp;_sacat=See-All-Categories">http://shop.ebay.com/?_from=R40&amp;_trksid=p3907.m38.l1313&amp;_nkw=lav+mic&amp;_sacat=See-All-Categories</a></p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/a-good-lavalier-microphone#post-47395 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 01:40:17 +0000 robgrauert 47395@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>You won't find a good wireless lav for $150.</p> <p>Just go to B&amp;H and look what's in your price range. The spec to look for is the Signal-to-Noise Ratio. 64dB is good. 74dB is very good. 84dB is outstanding. </p> <p>I use the Sony ECM-44B. It's not $150; it actually seems to have gone up in price on B&amp;H. I think it's worth the extra $$ though. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/a-good-lavalier-microphone#post-47392 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:04:30 +0000 LKraemer456 47392@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I need a decent Lavalier microphone that is $150.00 or under.  It can be wired or wireless.  Of course I'd prefer wireless, but I've heard for that price the quality would be much better on a wired mic.</p> <p>I'm making 10 minute educational videos on parenting, self-esteem, etc. (a trainer giving a lesson with a flip chart, or role play with one other person, mostly indoors).</p> <p>I have a Canon XH-A1, which has left and right XLR inputs.  It has phantom power if I need it.</p> <p>Please make suggestions.  I've looked at Audio Technica AT803, ATPro70, ECM 44B.  It's hard to tell what's good.</p> <p>Thanks,</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/help-with-nonlinear-video-equipment#post-47067 Fri, 22 May 2009 02:05:56 +0000 candjvideo 47067@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> It really depends on how much your budget is.  You can go very conservative or hog wild.  The prices on everything from software to equipment is in a wide range. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/help-with-nonlinear-video-equipment#post-47060 Thu, 21 May 2009 23:42:19 +0000 marco 47060@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> i last year i started filming weddings and events i recently purchased a Sony HVR-HD1000u camera and a new top notch XPS pc. I want like help on what other equipment i should purchase for a good home based studio. Also what software i should use for editing in HD looking to be able to burn hd , blue ray finished products. Please keep in mind budget need equipment and software to do good jpb but not break the bank lol . Thank you to all in advance.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/avchd-equipment-requirements#post-46566 Fri, 08 May 2009 04:29:13 +0000 millerboy 46566@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Thanks.  I'll paw around and see what happens. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/avchd-equipment-requirements#post-46534 Thu, 07 May 2009 15:13:36 +0000 Johnboy 46534@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>My advice is to come up with the specs you want and have it custom built.  this way, you know what components you have in the box and what software will be there...  I always have my boxes custom built to avoid all the bloatware that companies put on those store bought boxes.  You could probably do it yourself as well, could save a lot of money that way.</p> <p>John</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/avchd-equipment-requirements#post-46532 Thu, 07 May 2009 13:29:00 +0000 millerboy 46532@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I'm looking at purchasing a Canon HF 200 and using either Adobe Premiere CS4 or just Adobe Premiere Elements 7.0 as the edit system.  The spec sheet says I need a duo-core 3ghz processor for editing but I've seen reviews where the editors used duocore 2.8ghz processors.  I realize faster is better but I was wondering what computers had been purchased for editing AVCHD.  Is there an off-the-shelf Best Buy solution or do I go with something else?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/avchd-equipment-requirements#post-46202 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 23:53:46 +0000 CraftersOfLight 46202@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> AVCHD is a compression format so you are looking more at processor and RAM requirements when dealing with it. Look at the requirements for your software when dealing with HD video. Understand that most times they are listing "minimum requirements" so look to see if they post something under "recommended requirements". As far as video cards go (as well as other hardware),  you might want to look at using a better "next model up" then stated to give yourself some headroom.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/avchd-equipment-requirements#post-46198 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 20:33:18 +0000 rxp1933 46198@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> New to AVCHD What spec video card is required for AVCHD. I understand Pinnacle 11 will work with this format.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/starting-business-gt-need-advice#post-41899 Thu, 04 Dec 2008 03:11:27 +0000 TheLoneBanana 41899@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Here's a thought, un(in)formed enough that I can't really call it advice. What about buying the stuff you can't rent locally? In my area, I can easily rent a camera, but lighting instruments or professional-quality microphones are rare or unavailable.</p> <p>Typically you spend more time editing than shooting, so maybe it's a good idea to plough your dough into a good NLE that you'll own all the time, and rent a camera for the occasions when you've got a gig.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/starting-business-gt-need-advice#post-40479 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 19:28:54 +0000 SteveMann 40479@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <blockquote><p>I am in the beginning phases of opening a Video Production business. I figure I will being with wedding videos since the I should be able to book few regardless of my experience.  After establishing a portfolio and having my card floating around the area, I plan on moving along and expanding to other areas of the business. I have been reading a lot but really am interested in what you all have to say.</p></blockquote> <p>If you can - rent.  The usery rates of credit cards is a suicidal spiral, regardless of the purpose.</p> <p>Where are you located?  There's likely to be a WEVA group in your area and the established videographers are always interested in using people like you for second camera.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/starting-business-gt-need-advice#post-40436 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 07:47:46 +0000 ThomW 40436@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I bought my first camera in May of 1998. That Sony Dig8 camera did about 20 weddings for me. I knew that I couldn't begin to ask for much with a consumer camera but every one of my clients were happy with the quality of picture and sound.  Yes, I would have liked to have had a better camera but I've been able to impress myself and those who watch my work with the SteadiCam Jr. more than anything else.  I'm sure that if I got a professional looking camera that I would have impressed the clients with first impressions. But, there's something about the creativeness of a shoestring budgets that makes me want to say "Haa" to those snooty elites and there $40,000 cameras that sit on a pan and tilt head that cost more than my entire production equipment stashed in my garage.  Which by the way I have had the privilege of using and have found myself explaining that to my employer that, "HE WASTED ALOT OF MONEY THAT THIS HERE BOGAN CAN DO JUST AS WELL!!"   Sorry for that outburst.</p> <p>Yeh, you will need to purchase wireless mics (I got one from B&amp;H for less then $140).  Invest in a good tripod (don't settle for a cheap $100 one).  More than likely this tripod will last you for the next 3 or 4 generation of cameras that you go through.  If you decide to go with a consumer type camera look for ext. mic inputs and even LANC control options.  Weddings often mean a lot of time off the tripod so consider a Steadicam or a Fig Rig.  Anything that will set your creativeness apart from any other videographer out there is what you are looking for.  I doubt that you will need fancy animations and special effect so your editing software can be very basic.  You will want to layer video and audio tracks for lower thirds and possibly some split screen effects but mostly direct takes and cross dissolves will be what you need 95% of the time. (FCP Express will work, I use Sony Vegas and love it).  DVD authoring is another animal but a necessary one.  I use a printable DVD's that I can get from Costco.  With my HP 580 Printer I can create nice looking colored DVD faces.  While were speaking of printers make sure you print some business cards.</p> <p>Good luck.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/starting-business-gt-need-advice#post-40418 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 17:45:07 +0000 birdcat 40418@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Unless you are really better than most at shooting and editing, I would be careful going into the wedding video business in a big way before getting some experience under your belt. You're playing with peoples lives here - If you screw up in a big way, you could wind up ruining what should be a happy day for a couple.</p> <p>Rather than start out on your own, I would second camera for an established videographer for a couple (and see how he edits them as well) before offering that myself as a paid for service (unless you're planning on going the bargain basement route for like $300 for the whole thing - Then they'll not have a leg to stand on if it's not up to snuff).</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/starting-business-gt-need-advice#post-40363 Fri, 26 Sep 2008 18:35:01 +0000 VideoJeff 40363@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Weddings are generally the preferred way to enter the video production biz but they do offer their own challenges as well.  I would be carefull in "maxing out your credit card".  You can go into huge debt while trying to make this work.  Even though most of America likes to go into debt to get stuff they can't afford and then get into trouble (a discussion for another day).</p> <p>I would work with some talented wedding video companies as well as some corporate video companies to get experience and see how they run they company.  Offer your services on Craigslist.org or call these companies up directly.  I know we are always looking to train people and give them experience in exchange for work.  My advice...start off slow but learn fast.  Don't think you have to purchase every amazing piece of equipment you had your eye on (the newest HD camera).  My first project after starting a small video company was for a car dealership.  We didn't own a camera (had to rent one) and used a cheap program to edit the tv commercial on (it cost $100).  We eventually purchased several video cameras, mics, a crane, tripods, cases, computers, lighting, editing systems, etc.  I would start small and maybe commit to saving the profit from the first 5 weddings and buy a camera.  You can always use available sound at a wedding.  I have a few Apple computers I edit with but started with a cheap desktop and $100 editing program and built it up from there.  Generally you don't need lighting for a wedding video, so don't bother with that yet...you can always rent that.</p> <p> The most important thing is confidence while you get the experience.  Always ask questions and don't get cocky.  Set up a budget for yourself and don't be afraid to buy some materials (like this magazine or other e-books) that will help you build your knowledge.  I am always looking for new ideas and I've been doing this for several year.</p> <p>Hope that helps.</p> <p>Check out my site for other helpful I deas.  <a href="http://improvemyvideo.com"><a href="http://www.ImproveMyVideo.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.ImproveMyVideo.com</a> </a></p> <p>Jeff</p>