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Artistic shows do more than entertain—they leave a lasting impression. Discover how 👇 In a world where attention quickly fades, basic entertainment just doesn't cut it anymore. Let art take your events to the next level by providing your guests with performances that are both captivating and inspiring. 🎭 Our latest artistic favorites: - Live concerts (classical, rap, showcases, talent contests, etc.) - Storytelling performances, with carefully crafted stories, are designed to stir emotions and create lasting memories. - Live street art performances that blend modern style with spontaneous creativity. 🌎 Consider hiring a production team (photographer, videographer, editor) to capture your show and let it continue to live on post-event. 💬 Which artistic show has left the biggest impression on you? Share your experiences in the comments! 🌟 Stay tuned for part 4/7 of immersive experiences without screens tomorrow 🌟 #ArtAndEvents #LivePerformance #ArtisticExperience

BEHIND THE SCENES...because everyone likes a peek! Happy Friday, everyone! Sometimes nervous energy translates into a case of the giggles! Usually this passes in a few minutes once a few easy questions have been worked through. But, in this case, executive assistant extraordinaire Jodie, who is pretty funny to begin with, had us cracking up for at least 15-20 minutes with her antics! She eventually gave us some really awesome material for an HR recruiting video we were shooting for HCA Healthcare...but only after providing plenty of blooper and outtake footage! One of the greatest things about working in film and video production is the abundance of amazing people we get to meet...especially in healthcare! #healthcare #healthcaremarketing #hca #hcahealthcare #marketing #recruiting #humanresources #videoproduction #cinematography

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The Unseen Battles of Cinematographers and Video Editors: Navigating Project Challenges By Adejuwon Samuel Adegoke As a cinematographer and video editor, I've experienced firsthand the thrill of bringing a visual story to life. However, behind the scenes, our profession is fraught with challenges that can test creativity, technical skills, and patience. In this article, I'll share common obstacles we face and offer practical strategies for overcoming them. Challenges Faced by Cinematographers and Video Editors 1. Tight Deadlines and Budget Constraints Meeting project timelines while maintaining quality can be daunting. Limited budgets often restrict equipment choices, location options, and crew sizes. 1. Creative Differences and Communication Breakdowns Misaligned visions between clients, directors, and crew members can lead to frustrating revisions and reworks. 1. Technical Issues and Equipment Malfunctions Faulty gear, software glitches, and data loss can derail even the best-planned projects. 1. Storytelling and Pacing Challenges Translating complex ideas into engaging narratives, while maintaining pace and flow, is an enduring struggle. Tackling These Challenges Head-On 1. Plan, Plan, Plan: Develop thorough pre-production strategies, including contingency plans for unexpected setbacks. 1. Clear Communication: Establish open channels with clients, directors, and crew to ensure aligned visions and expectations. 1. Technical Preparedness: Regularly update software, maintain equipment, and have backup plans for data storage and recovery. 1. Storytelling Workshops: Collaborate with writers and directors to refine narratives, pacing, and character development. 1. Time Management: Prioritize tasks, set realistic deadlines, and allow for flexibility when needed. 1. Continuous Learning: Attend workshops, webinars, and conferences to stay updated on industry trends and best practices. 1. Build a Support Network: Foster relationships with fellow professionals for valuable advice, resources, and collaboration opportunities. Conclusion: Cinematographers and video editors face unique challenges, but with proactive planning, effective communication, and continuous learning, we can overcome these obstacles. By sharing our experiences and expertise, we can elevate our craft and deliver captivating visual stories. Let's connect and share your experiences! What challenges have you faced, and how did you overcome them? #cinematography #videoediting #filmproduction #storytelling #collaboration #creativity #problem-solving #leadership

PRICING AS A BEGINNER IN THE CREATIVE WORLD As a creative person, most especially as a beginner, one of the key things to get sorted as early as possible is not to undervalue yourself. Yes! Before money, one needs to garner all the experiences in order to find a solid root in the creative world. But also, the skills of negotiations must not be swept under the carpet. This is more important, in a world where everyone is ready to rip you off, without giving a fck about where you are coming from. Here is my mechanism of scaling the early stages and getting your PRICING RIGHT, at least. As a creative, the power of collaboration is huge. Collaborating with senior colleagues in the industry will go a long way in shaping your journey in the creative world. Not just that, be a curious cat. You can never go wrong by asking a question. WILL THERE EVER BE A RIGHT PRICING? HELL NO — BUT AT THE END, CREATIVE SHOULD BE HAPPY WITH WHAT THEY CHARGE 🤑🤭🤗 I wish everyone a fruitful and blessed week ahead. #adewalevisuals #cinematographer #videographer #videoeditor #musicvideo #creativedirector #documentary #documentaryeditor #mediaproductions

🚨We are hiring a video editor 🚨 📩 Share your portfolio in DM Everyone is hiring more and more editor than videographers bcs video shoot karna toh easy hai. 👉 Here are the steps. 1. iPhone kharido 2. Tripod order karo 3. Open the camera and start recording. Bas ho gaya aur kya karna hai ? now that, iPhones are getting better at the camera toh every ig creator uses that but, If you grow and want to level up the game you need to have professional gear and the person who knows how to use them properly. Aur sirf camera se kuch nahi hota you also need to understand lighting, composition and color theory. Toh jitna easy dekhna me lagta hai utna hota nahi. You know "the grass is greener on the other side" Any Cinematographer/Dop's reading this correct me if I'm wrong. #cinematographer #Dops #videoeditor

I recently got blasted for posting something on Facebook when I should have known better. I was looking for someone to film an out-of-town video shoot and posted in an industry Facebook group that we were looking for a “videographer.” It made a lot of sense when someone explained why this term insulted the people in this group. A videographer typically refers to an amateur “one-man band” who shows up at your wedding or your kid’s baseball game with a camera and films what’s happening in the moment. Not much planning goes into it and the result is useful for your family but not much more. A #cinematographer or director of photography (#DP) has done this professionally for several years. They spend time planning and collaborating with the producer before the film shoot to get the best possible outcome for your project. Why am I explaining the difference and why should you care? Because if you create #videos for your organization, you must ensure you’re hiring the right people for the job. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at a recent film we shot about statin medications for the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC). We are based in DC and only had one day to film in Miami. We needed to hear from a patient who had success with statins, and from her doctor.  We always pre-interview subjects by phone or Zoom to understand the story. But here are some of the other things we did in collaboration with our DP before arriving at this busy healthcare center: 🎥 Asked interview subjects to bring in multiple outfits so we could show them in different scenarios and the passage of time (Our patient, Jeannette, brought in 3 outfits) 🎥 Reserved exam rooms so we could film doctor/patient exams 🎥 Reserved a quiet space for the day to conduct interviews  🎥 Asked Jeannette to bring in her medications so we could film her taking them 🎥 Requested an “extra” so we could see Jeannette doing her job 🎥 Made a shot list of the other things we could film that would visually go with the story 🎥 Coordinated everyone’s schedules so there was time to film each person and not take up their entire day  If we had just shown up with our cameras and hoped for the best – as a videographer might do – this video would have turned out quite differently. The next time you’re thinking of creating a video for yourself or your organization, make sure whomever you hire to film is doing the work that it takes ahead of time to ensure your success. 

HR: DO YOU KNOW WHAT DOCUMENTARY FILM MAKING IS? #SelfShootAndEdit, I first came across this terminology when, as a field reporter covering crime & politics, I joined a local English Language #NewsChannel in #Karachi, back in 2006. It was actually #Visionnaire concept, tried & tested a few times in the news channel for daily reportage, around the globe. It failed! The second time this terminology popped up when I teamed up as a producer, with a British #Cinematographer for a documentary film, produced by #AlJazeeraEnglish. It was successful. Filming and editing are 2 separate creative skill sets. Each of them is equally time consuming. Absence of creativity & lack of attention to the details, owing to the time constraints was resp. for the failure of #Visionnaire concept. Many #HiringManagers seek a combo of #Cinematographer, #Editor, & #SoundTech with a 4th skill set of creative story telling vision, with 5 years or more of experience. That doesn't cut through. One cannot have all of the above in 5 years. Let's briefly disect what each skill set entails: - CINEMATOGRAPHER: There is a difference btwn #CameraOperator & #Cinematographer. Anyone can operate camera but to become a Cinematographer, an eye to capture visuals creatively, attention to the micro and macro details, to turn dead shots into money shots creatively and knowledge of multiple lenses and filters are essential. This skill set requires 3 or 4 years of film school education and working as assistant Cinematographer with a mentor. - EDITOR: The same rule apply for this skill set. Merely operating an editing machine and knowledge of how to utilise it for creative editing for visual storytelling are separate things. Investment of 3 or 4 years is required for this skill to develope. No, operating edit machine is not editing! No, #AI is not creative editing! No, watching #HowToEdit videos on YouTube is not editing! Weaving visual sequences into a captivating story, frame drops, sound layers, pauses, audio sync, each one of this skill needs to be learnt with experience as well as guidance. - DIRECTOR: #Director is a crucial and binding piece of the film making puzzle. The #Cinematographer, #Editor, #SoundTech & #GFX or #Graphics, each separate sub division, need creative vision of the Director to steer the storytelling process. The story is in the head of the director. This vision is acquired with years of experience. And, if there is one person who must have some practicle knowledge of these skill sets, it is the Director. -WRITER: Usually, the #Director writes the story of the film, based on the creative vision in their head. They are the supermos with a knowledge of how to turn visual medium into a story. That is what separate film making from journalism or author writing a novel. Photo: Directing & filming a sequence with #Cinematographer Atif Ahmed, for my latest series on Interfaith Harmony in Lahore, Pakistan

Around this time last year, before I found my current role, I was seeing a trend in job postings that require specific industry experience for video production roles. While it's understandable that certain industries have unique nuances, I believe it's time to rethink how we define expertise in this field. Insisting on "must have experience with video in _______ industry" for roles that pay significantly below market rates is, frankly, a disservice to talented cinematographers and videographers who have honed their craft across various industries and contexts. It's not about shooting for a specific product or sector; it's about mastering the art and technical skills of video production that transcend any single industry. Sure, shooting for a granola bar company might require a different approach than leading creative direction for a global brand like Coca-Cola. Even wedding videography and photography is an exception, but could still fall under event videography and could be performed by someone who has experience shooting and editing for a sports team. Are you following me? Good. That level of specialization is niche and should be recognized accordingly. However, the essence of video production—storytelling, technical proficiency, creativity—remains consistent across diverse applications. Let's celebrate the versatility and adaptability of skilled professionals who can bring their expertise from different industries to any project. They've spent years learning and refining their craft to deliver high-quality content, whether it's for a tech startup, a nonprofit organization, or a multinational corporation. If you are asking for specific industry experience when hiring a creative and only offering $15-20/hour, for example, you are not going to get the caliber of talent you are looking for and it brings us back to the timeless saying, "beggers can't be choosers." #VideoProduction #Cinematography #Videography #IndustryExpertise #CreativeSkills #JobPostings

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