Live Streaming

How to create a sanity-saving run of show

Before any event goes live, it exists as a page full of line items called a run of show. Learn how to build yours with these helpful tips.

Pre-production

Free shot list template: Download Google Sheets, Excel, Word, and PDF templates

There's an art to making a shot list for a film. Download our customizable shot list template to simplify your next video project. The free downloadable shot list is available in Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and PDF.

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Pre-production

How to license music for marketing videos

Finding music you can use legally in your video can seem like a daunting task. We’re highlighting music resources that make the process easier. 

Pre-production

How to format screenplays for film and TV

While there's no best way to write or format a script, how you format a screenplay can make a big difference in the production success of a movie, TV series, or commercial. Here are the steps for formatting a screenplay.

Pre-production

Learn the art of pre-production (and why it matters)

Want a hassle-free production? Then you need a solid pre-production strategy. This post gives you the essentials.

Pre-production

5 tips for making the best summer vacation video

Going on a trip? Document your travels — and all those precious memories — with our summer vacation video tips, designed with your viewers in mind.

Pre-production

Storyboarding 101

Storyboarding your film will keep you and your crew focused on set. And with our beginner-friendly guide, you can get you started in no time.

Pre-production

Film crew positions: Who does what on a movie set?

Don't know the difference between a Best Boy and a Key Grip? That's OK! We've assembled a glossary so you can assemble your crew.

Post-production

Student filmmaking: Tips for telling stories on a budget

Being a student presents a lot of challenges. Read our budgeting tips, and get rolling.

Pre-production

Make your videos pop with color correction perfection

Discover the vibrant world of color correction, learn how it use it, and boost the production value of your films.

Pre-production

Tips for financing your film from women at Sundance

Learn how to pitch investors like a pro with advice from a panel of badass female film professionals.

Pre-production

Master your iPhone settings for boastfully beautiful videos

From zoom to brightness, we"ve got tips for creating awesome mobile videos. Maybe we can be the Apple of your eye(phone)?!??

Pre-production

Who's who on a movie crew?

Look, films don't make themselves - we give you a rundown of the basics of how all the work is divided up on a basic crew.

Post-production

Don't worry, we took notes: Crowdfunding secrets at DOC NYC

We took notes at a recent panel on crowdfunding, where industry insiders and experienced campaign-runners shared fund-building insights.