Every creative faces a bit of writer’s block, lack of inspiration, and burnout now and then. That’s especially true when it’s your job to crank out a steady flow of solid content on a regular basis. The added pressure of maintaining a level of work that exceeds your client’s or employer’s expectations every time can…
As a branding and commercial videographer, I often have the opportunity to create promo videos for products and advertisements. A promo video is designed to quickly catch and keep the viewer’s attention. Sometimes it inspires and motivates; other times it piques curiosity and intrigues the viewer. In other words, it’s not just another boring commercial….
To be honest with you, my collection of vintage lenses started out of necessity (not quite the trending hobby and specialty that it is today). I started my collection at the beginning of my filming career because I really loved the look that vintage lenses gave off—very cinematic—but I didn’t have the money to get…
Every now and then, I receive a request to help with a personal YouTube channel. While I understand the desire to hire a professional, I usually encourage aspiring YouTube stars to try their hand at the gig first. If you have ideas for videos but you’re wondering how to start a YouTube channel, I’ve got…
As a traveling videographer, I have the opportunity to take tons of incredible footage–from living life at sea, to duck diving under waves, and even chilling at the local coffee shop. If you’re typically the one behind the lens like me, you know how overwhelming it can feel to sort through hours of footage if…
Partnership is a two-way street. Creatives often get some flak as being challenging to work with, but that’s not necessarily true. When you get two people together who think very differently, it’s natural for it to feel a bit awkward starting off until you find a good groove. However, I’ve got a few tips on…
Video takes up a huge amount of online content, so it only makes sense that businesses are wanting more of it for their customers. But crafting those videos is another story. You don’t just point and shoot. Quite a few details go into get captivating footage, footage you’ll later use to connect with and inspire…