Video On Location
Taking good notes on the video location will make the project go more smoothly when it's time to shoot.
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October, 2008Videomaker's Complete Book of Forms contains 91 essential forms to make shooting and producing video easier. The following is one section of the Complete Book of Forms.
Production Cost Forms include: Estimate Form, Quote Form-Video Services, Program Budget, Notice of Revised Job Estimate, Television Production Cost, Job Summary - Bill Record, Project Charge Record -
October, 2008Videomaker's Complete Book of Forms contains 91 essential forms to make shooting and producing video easier. The following is one section of the Complete Book of Forms.
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October, 2008Videomaker's Complete Book of Forms contains 91 essential forms to make shooting and producing video easier. The following is one section of the Complete Book of Forms.
Release Forms include: Videotape Consent Form, Videotape - Photographic - Sound Release, Model Release, and Audiovisual Department Release Form -
October, 2008Make your music video a success!
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September, 2008It's that time of year when students return to the classroom with fresh shiny faces, new schedules and a plethora of activities to fill their calendars from now until June. Here's a few tips to get you ready to hit the books, too.
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December, 2007There is an old saying in the business world that goes, "Poor prior planning leads to particularly poor programs." This is especially true in the video industry.
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August, 2007A lighthearted Look at Wedding Video.
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June, 2007
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June, 2007
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May, 2007Football, baseball, hockey, tennis. Swimming, cycling, running and lacrosse. Sports shooting is an art unto itself, and every sport has shooting hurdles to jump.
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March, 2007Look, Ma!! I'm famous! The stage exists for one reason:
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July, 2006It's not just the newlyweds making wedding promises. Before you say
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March, 2006It might not be 60 Minutes, (more like 15 minutes!) but if you want to make your interviews shine like Ed Bradley's on CBS, read on!
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January, 2006Shoot it right the first time for a lifetime of memories.
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December, 2005Before you grab your gear and hop on your trusty steed, you need advance preparation to successfully ride off into battle.
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May, 2005Part 2 of a 3 part series on movie and video production planning.
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February, 2005Give some pizzazz to your videos with a few simple techniques.
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October, 2008Videomaker's Complete Book of Forms contains 91 essential forms to make shooting and producing video easier. The following is one section of the Complete Book of Forms.
Production Scheduling Forms include: Pre-Production Meeting Schedule, Production Tracking Form, Facilities Schedule, and Video Project Summary. -
September, 1996Wherever you go, there you are. But are you prepared?
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June, 1997Neither sun, nor surf, nor wind, nor rain will spoil your videomaking excursions after you read these helpful pointers.
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July, 1998Video production equipment for shooting on location: What you need to know.
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January, 1999Make your videos sit up and speak with crisp, intelligible narration.
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September, 1999A professional sports videographer may have better equipment and more experience than the casual home shooter, but that doesn't mean it's impossible to shoot good sports video with your consumer camcorder.
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September, 1999Anticipate and prepare for the challenges involved in location shooting.
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June, 1999If you’ve been recruited to do the video honors at a friend’s wedding, or if you’re thinking of getting into the business, this article will provide the know-how of a seasoned event video professional to get you started on the right track.
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June, 1999Location audio - indoors and out - has its own set of problems to prepare for.
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August, 200110 tools and strategies you can use to caputer great sound on every shot.
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April, 2002Learn how to tackle the challenge of recording audio in a large room.
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November, 2002Selecting the right location is the first step on the road to a successful shoot.
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October, 2002Before you say

Book of Forms - Production Cost Forms
Book of Forms - Lighting Plot
Book of Forms - Release Forms
Making Music Videos - 4 pgs
Take 5: Class in Session 5 Tips for Videotaping in Schools
Director's Chair: Planning Your Shoot
Wedding VideoLand
Basic Training: Super Vacation Videos
The Right Place at the Right Time
Videotaping Sporting Events
Basic Training: Stage It!
A Complete Guide to Shooting Wedding Video
Basic Training: Shooting an Interview
Recording Special Events
Basic Training: Gearing Up for Battle
Movie and Video Production Planning Part 2
Basic Training: 11 Steps to Add Some Spice to Your Video
Book of Forms - Production Scheduling Forms
Video Production Equipment to go Shopping on Location
Sound Track: Narration Sensation
Sports Videography: Tips from a TV Sportscaster
Location Scouting: The Tricks of the Trade
Wedding Ready: A Beginner's Guide to Wedding Videography
Sound Track: Location Audio Preparedness
Sound Advice: Audio - Get it Right From the Start
Sound Advice: Auditorium Audio
11 Tips for Location Scouting
Wedding Videos: 8 Tips for Success