To provide some technical help when filming smartphones and other mobile devices like tablets, I’ve compiled a list of smartphone filming tips. During a recent commission, these smartphone filming tips came in very useful in supporting a group of 15 young actors who were collaborating…
Even in isolation or lockdown, a music video production can still be created by collaborating with other musicians and artists that are not with you. Using a recent music video that I edited together as a case study, I explain some tips about what to…
Considering, measuring and controlling the lighting when filming any kind of video will help ensure you record the best quality visuals possible. Here I write a brief overview of the basic concept of using light which, with your camera selected to manual mode, can help…
When starting out as a video production freelancer buying videography lighting kit will be an essential consideration. In this blog post, I explain some of the factors and decisions I took when purchasing my lights and lighting kit. Buying your first lights The very first…
With over 15 years’ experience of videography, I share some of my perspectives and views to help anyone who might be interested in working in this field or becoming a freelance videographer. Do you have a passion for videography? Following your passions in life is…
Explaining my assignment working as a motion control cameraman that took place both in the Milton Court and the Barbican main concert hall in London over a period of four days. My specific role was to film close moving shots of the performing artists, for…
My portfolio of stock video footage will be an evolving feature of my website. During my freelance work as a cameraman, filmmaker and videographer I enjoy capturing many stunning visuals and beautiful moments. I will be constantly adding some of my favourite images to this…
This blog post details a recent Avid Conform case study. The project to be conformed was a series of short films destined for online use. A significant challenge of this project, presented in post-production, was the massive amount of the large raster media involved. Avid…