What is Compositing in Film?

What is Compositing in Film? Compositing is a term that frequently comes up in the film industry, but for those that are relatively new to filmmaking, the meaning may be misunderstood. What is compositing? And what does it actually mean? Whether you’re familiar with the term compositing or not, you’ve likely experienced composite images many […]

What Goes into Pre-Production Planning for Video, Film and Multimedia

What Goes into Pre-Production Planning for Video, Film and Multimedia You may have heard us say many times over, pre-production planning is absolutely crucial to the success of your video. As you consider the various steps and stages of the video production process, you may be wondering, “What really goes into pre-production planning for video, […]

How Long Does it Take to Make a TV Commercial?

How Long Does it Take to Make a TV Commercial_

Most TV commercials are somewhere between about 15 seconds to a total of 2 minutes in length, merely a fraction of the total amount of time that it takes to make a TV commercial. While you may only need a minute or two of air-time to share a commercial on TV, determining how long it will take to […]

What is a Production Manager, and What’s Their Job on the Film Set?

What is a Production Manager, and What’s Their Job on the Film Set? Production managers work on behalf of the Producer and Line Producer to provide support for a wide range of day-to-day production decisions on the set. These individuals are in charge of making decisions on the most efficient and economic means of scheduling […]

What is a Costumer & What Role Do they Perform on Set?

During pre-production, you are sometimes asked “what is a costumer?”. Simply put, a costumer works in the costume department of the film crew and is responsible for assisting the costume designer. The costumer works during pre-production and is available during the production process as needed as well as to deliver wardrobes to the appropriate set location or stage […]

Pre-Production Casting: 4 Tips for Finding the Right Talent

Pre-Production Casting: 4 Tips for Finding the Right Talent Even the simplest of film projects often require pre-production casting to make all the working pieces fit together for a perfect project. When talent casting in pre-production, it’s important to pay careful attention to the individuals and potential roles that are being cast. Follow these tips […]

Clearing the Red Tape: Film Permit & Paperwork Requirements Before Production

Clearing the Red Tape: Film Permit & Paperwork Requirements Before Production It’s common to overlook some of the essential paperwork and permitting documentation required for a film shoot. That is, at least until the shoot day arrives and you find yourself stuck with an entire film crew unable to proceed because, OOPS–someone forgot to handle […]

How Smart Producers Build an Audience for their Films

How Smart Producers Build an Audience for their Films Producers have a lot of responsibility riding on their roles. They have to produce great video content that attracts a wide audience, connects with the audience on a deep level, and keeps people inspired to come back for more. But how do smart producers build an […]

Understanding Your Video Production Proposal

Understanding Your Video Production Proposal Before you work with a film production company they will submit a video production proposal to you that outlines the key factors relative to the project. Unfortunately, many clients don’t understand how to read a video production proposal at first and find it confusing at best. If you’re facing a […]

What Happens During Pre-Production in Film

What Happens During Pre-Production in Film During pre-production a lot of planning and early strategy for a film production takes place. If you’re not sure what happens during pre-production in filmmaking or movies, the process can seem awkward or long and unnecessary. However, the steps you take in pre-production to plan and execute a strategy […]