8 Character Archetypes — Examples in Literature & Movies
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The Godfather Restaurant Scene & The Principles of Film Editing
How do you create a compelling character in the editing room? The choices an editor makes greatly impact how audiences receive a character. In moments of change or distress, we want the audience to actively engage with the thoughts and emotions that motivate our character’s decisions. By understanding their characters, editors can employ editing techniques… Continue reading The Godfather Restaurant Scene & The Principles of Film Editing
What to Watch Right Now — Netflix, HBO, Prime, Disney, Hulu
StudioBinder’s guide to the best streaming movies and TV shows for cinephiles and filmmakers alike. We’ve collect the best content from Netflix, HBO, Amazon Prime, Disney+ and Hulu. This “What to Watch” list is updated monthly.Continue reading What to Watch Right Now — Netflix, HBO, Prime, Disney, Hulu
How to Make Money on YouTube [Complete Video Monetization Guide]
H ow do you make money on YouTube? It isn’t that easy and it can take years to build up your followers and to monetize the content you create. But there are some key steps you can take so that your channel can make money today. We’ve taken the time to break it down so you… Continue reading How to Make Money on YouTube [Complete Video Monetization Guide]
Motion Graphics Design Inspirations and Trends for 2022
Motion graphic design is an excellent visual storytelling tool utilized more and more often. They engage viewers and communicate ideas in a brisk yet captivating manner. With motion graphics, styles shift over time so it’s important to stay on top of trends. In this post, we’re going to go over a list of the biggest motion… Continue reading Motion Graphics Design Inspirations and Trends for 2022
The Best Creative Digital Advertising Trends For 2022
T he race is on to find the next creative digital advertising trends.Continue reading The Best Creative Digital Advertising Trends For 2022
6 Best Production Management Software for Video & Film (2022)
Film and video productions are hectic! Having the right production management software sets the tone for how organized and efficient your shoot will be.Continue reading 6 Best Production Management Software for Video & Film (2022)
24 Best Storyboard Software of 2022 (with free Storyboard Templates)
What is a StoryboardHow to StoryboardStoryboard ExamplesStoryboard SoftwareStoryboard TemplatesCreate Storyboard → A storyboard is the tool used to pre-visualize your video project shot by shot before making a shot list. A project that startd the pre-production process creating a storyboard is more likely to side-step the blunders that can result from miscommunication during production. Create… Continue reading 24 Best Storyboard Software of 2022 (with free Storyboard Templates)
Different Types of Camera Shots and Angles in Film
Close UpsOpen menu Extreme Close-Up (ECU) Close-Up (CU) Medium Close-Up (MCU) Medium ShotsOpen menu Medium Shot (MS) Cowboy Shot (CS) Medium Full Shot (MFS) Wide ShotsOpen menu Full Shot (FS) Wide Shot (WS) Extreme Wide Shot (EWS) More ShotsOpen menu All Shots & Angles Camera Shot Ultimate Guide Create Free Shot List Now Camera ShotsGet… Continue reading Different Types of Camera Shots and Angles in Film
Learning from the Best Marketing and Advertising Campaigns of 2022
T he best advertising and marketing campaigns seem to come out of nowhere, don’t they?Continue reading Learning from the Best Marketing and Advertising Campaigns of 2022
30 Best Cinematography Techniques & Tips You Didn’t Learn in Film School
Cinematography can mean a lot of things, but its ultimately about capturing your desired images. Communicating the various techniques used to capture these images is what separates a working professional and a student. Continue reading 30 Best Cinematography Techniques & Tips You Didn’t Learn in Film School
Epic Drone Shots Mashup: The Best Drone Footage of 2022
The internet is chock full of video content. The challenge remains: how can YOU create content that will cut through all the noise? The best drone footage is how. Imagine if I told you about a way your content could literally SOAR above all the rest with one easy to find tool? That tool? The… Continue reading Epic Drone Shots Mashup: The Best Drone Footage of 2022
What is Cinematography? Defining the Art and Craft
Making films isn’t just an art. It takes years of practice to cultivate a consistent craft and keen eye for filmmaking. It’s what separates great cinematography from cliche movie making. You’ve probably heard the term a million times, but what is cinematography? Before honing a craft, a deep knowledge of what it entails is critical.Continue… Continue reading What is Cinematography? Defining the Art and Craft
What are LUTs? The Ultimate Guide to Color Grading
Color grading can completely transform the look of your video, but unless you’ve spent years inside a coloring house, you may not have the technical know-how to achieve the desired look. The right LUT can help turbocharge this. So what is a LUT?Continue reading What are LUTs? The Ultimate Guide to Color Grading
What is a Lower Third? Definition and Design Strategies
If you’ve ever watched a show, movie, or commercial with words on the screen, you’ve likely seen lower thirds at work. But what is a lower third? And how can you create them effectively, while maintaining aesthetic integrity? A slick design with strategic font and color choices will add a layer of professionalism to your… Continue reading What is a Lower Third? Definition and Design Strategies
The Best Long Take Shots & How They Push the Story Forward
Creating one moment that stands out in the minds of the viewer after your film or tv show ends can be hard, but it is possible. The long take is one way to do it. Today we’re going to go over the best long takes in film and television. Continue reading The Best Long Take Shots… Continue reading The Best Long Take Shots & How They Push the Story Forward
Foreshadowing Examples: Us, Parasite & Movies That Nailed It
Foreshadowing is an important element of screenwriting. It’s a fantastic tool you can use to create a layered and intriguing story that will keep your audience captivated and engaged. But how do you use foreshadowing, and how does it work? In this article, we’re going to define foreshadowing and break down the two different types, while… Continue reading Foreshadowing Examples: Us, Parasite & Movies That Nailed It
Basics of Film Lighting — 4 Qualities of Light You Should Know
Have you ever wondered how to make your films look like the pros? You might feel inclined to blame your camera, your lenses, your budget, but that would be the wrong response. All of the great cinematographers study the characteristics of light. Learning how to control the fundamentals of lighting will allow you to shape light… Continue reading Basics of Film Lighting — 4 Qualities of Light You Should Know
What is Ethos? The Best Advertising and Commercial Examples that Define Ethos
HomeEthosPathoslogosTelosKairos w ho couldn’t use a little more power in their powers of persuasion? Whether you’re a video advertiser, MBA student, or high school sophomore trying out for the debate team, you need to know how to win over your audience.Continue reading What is Ethos? The Best Advertising and Commercial Examples that Define Ethos
The Best Movies on Hulu Right Now (October 2020)
Hulu has really stepped up its game over the last few years, and with new competition like Disney+ and HBO Max, can you blame them? With so many streaming services, it’s hard to know where new releases go and old favorites live. But now the trouble is…how do you find anything? Well, we’ve got you… Continue reading The Best Movies on Hulu Right Now (October 2020)
