Avid import caption data
For Avid SubCap Import Caption Data to work, the data file has to be perfectly correct. I wanted to document the process to help anyone else looking to import caption data using the Avid SubCap effect.
Video editing monitor upgrade
Upgrading to a new Mac Studio, I found that Sequoia OS was not compatible with my older monitor, so it was time for a video editing monitor upgrade.
Video editing workstation upgrade
This year felt like the right time for me to invest in a video editing workstation upgrade. I’ve been using a Mac Pro (Late 2013) ‘trash can’ and HD monitors for the last twelve years. Apart from one hardware update, it has all and continues to work flawlessly.
Social media videographer
As an experienced freelance video production professional, my skill set includes working as a social media videographer for my clients. Utilising my extensive videography skills, I am adept at crafting various styles of content to help tell engaging stories for my clients’ social media channels.
Actor showreel editing tips
As an experienced BBC-trained video editor, I am frequently commissioned for my actor showreel editing services. In this blog article, I offer some tips to help make the process more efficient and affordable for anyone needing a showreel professionally edited.
Questions about video editing
A university media student contacted me to ask a series of questions about video editing. Below are the questions, along with my answers, which I hope might help anyone interested in developing a career in video editing.
Video editing tips
You may want to explore some of these video editing tips to improve your video editing or video editing session. They are based on my experience gained working as a BBC video editor and freelance video editor. I edit using the Avid Media Composer software.
How to become a video editor
I am frequently contacted by people seeking my advice on how to become a video editor. In this blog article, I offer my perspective, based on my own experience of training in video editing. I also recommend some tips on how you can work towards…
Recovering hard drive data
External hard drives Hard drive data recovery from external drives is part of my role as a freelance video editor. External hard drive disks (HDDs) generally connect to computers or compatible devices via Thunderbolt, USB, or FireWire. They are used to store computer data files…
Editing filmed interviews
Editing filmed interviews well is a skill that takes time to develop and one that clients rely on me for regularly as a freelance video editor. Editing filmed interviews As a freelance video editor, I regularly receive commissions to edit filmed interviews. I also film…
Editing compilation videos – helpful tips
Editing compilation videos is an established part of my work as a freelance video editor. Clients may wish to include some of their own user-generated content (UGC) clips alongside any filming I may carry out for their projects. What is a compilation video? A compilation…
Smartphone filming tips
To help people film better on their devices, I have compiled this list of smartphone filming tips. Smartphone filming case study During a recent commission, these tips proved invaluable when I supported a group of 15 young actors collaborating for the first time on a…
Lockdown music video production
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…
Lighting for filming
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…
Videography lighting kit
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…
Announcing new stock video feature
My portfolio of stock video footage is a new and evolving feature of my website. As a freelance cameraman, filmmaker, and videographer, I capture many stunning visuals and beautiful moments throughout my work. I will add my favourite clips to this collection regularly over the…
Avid conform
This article details a recent Avid conform case study. The project involved a series of short films destined for online use. The main post-production challenge was the enormous volume of large raster media involved. Avid conform case study The supplied media contained over 14 hours…
Skills needed for filmmaking
What are the skills needed for filmmaking? The art and craft of working as a freelance filmmaker can be regarded as an essential modern-day craft skill. Every industry, business and professional now requires films and videos to help with their bespoke communication and promotion. There’s…
Behind the scenes videographer
As a freelance cameraman and editor, I regularly work as a behind-the-scenes videographer on my commissions. This role lets me produce engaging, fast-paced, short-form content of varying durations for sharing across all social media channels. Behind-the-scenes video footage is a powerful way to promote any…
Editing subtitles
Editing subtitles is an increasingly common part of video and film production. Subtitles help viewers understand content across a wide range of devices, particularly when watching on the move or in noisy environments. Adding subtitles to any video or film benefits audiences across all platforms….
Remote video editing
Remote video editing is a service I offer from my base in Vauxhall, Central London. I am frequently receiving requests by email to estimate a quote for promotional videos, short films and different kinds of video editing work. Usually, this initial enquiry provides a brief…
Talking as a freelance guest speaker
With many years of video production experience, I’m occasionally asked to speak as a freelance guest speaker. In this post, I detail one recent speech. Invitation to speak as a freelance guest speaker My friend, film studies lecturer Marko Waschke, recently asked me if I…
Editing a promotional compilation video
In this article, I explain my process for editing a promotional video from initial enquiry through to final delivery. The project arrived as an email request to tender a quote. The initial brief outlined the client’s requirements, specified which production details to include in the…
Subtitled language translations
Subtitled language translations for editing into videos or films is one of the many post-production services that I offer. This case study features a project which I recently completed and involved filming a series of interviews with well-known footballers and then adding subtitles with five…
Julian Langham Videographer for Video Production in the UK and abroad.
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