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A Few SIMPLE TIPS For Becoming a BETTER EDITOR! - Friday 101

Fri, 25 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This week, Russell does his first "Chopping Block" segment, dissecting two movies submitted by viewers to illustrate a few simple tips that can help you improve as an editor: Dialogue Overlap, Cutting the Fat, and "Killing Your Babies" (Not literally, it's a film term. I swear!) If you have a question, are seeking advice (FILMMAKING advice, Russ is NOT, in fact, a licensed therapist), or were just wondering about anything at all film or video related, send an email to: FRIDAY101MAIL@Gmail.com Even quick, simple questions will do. Have something to add to any of the topics we discussed on this episode? Send us a video response, or a Youtube link via email, and record yourself weighing in! If we like it, we'll add it to the links at the end of the episode! If you have made a movie and want advice as to how it could be better, send a Youtube link, listed or unlisted, to: FRIDAY101MAIL@Gmail.com and let Russell know you want your movie put on THE CHOPPING BLOCK! Intro Video by Anthony De Coninck (aka Stylow) www.youtube.com Music by Abhilash Buch www.soundcloud.com Additional Music by Kevin MacLeod www.incompetech.com THIS WEEK'S VIDEO LINKS DougTheGoat's "Cat Vase": ORIGINAL VERSION - www.youtube.com RE-EDITED VERSION - www.youtube.com Kwaminax's "You're Doing It Wrong" ORIGINAL VERSION - www.youtube.com RE-EDITED VERSION - www.youtube.com

Indy News LIVE! May 28 9 pm EDT (2nd broadcast)

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Memorial Day: Monday, May 28, Griffin Hammond will broadcast the first LIVE episode of Indy News. After the first broadcast (2 pm Eastern time), this will be the second broadcast (9 pm Eastern time). (Those times are 6 pm and 1 am GMT.) The stream will open 10--15 minutes early, but the show will begin on the hour.

Indy News LIVE! May 28 2 pm EDT (1st broadcast)

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Memorial Day: Monday, May 28, Griffin Hammond will broadcast the first LIVE episode of Indy News. This will be the first broadcast (2 pm Eastern time), and the second broadcast will be at 9 pm Eastern time. (Those times are 6 pm and 1 am GMT.) The stream will open 10--15 minutes early, but the show will begin on the hour.

Adobe After Effects Rotobrush & DIY Hanging Light Kit : Awesome Directors Project

Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

As Awesome Director Oliver Mellan wraps up production on his sci-fi noir short film, "Six Planets of the Song," he builds his VFX with the rotobrush and motion tracking features in Adobe After Effects, and designs a simple, DIY hanging light kit from some discarded can lights. Other Awesome Director episodes featuring Oliver Mellan: www.youtube.com To catch the premiere of his short film, subscribe to Oliver's channel: www.youtube.com Production photos: olivermellan.com

Tilt-Shift Lenses Explained / GoPro Hero2 Review / Live Show Next Week! : Indy News

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Griffin reports on FreddieW's new webseries, Joe Murphy's 3D-printable tilt lens adapter, Chris Hall's iPad teleprompter, the difference between tilt and shift, and I got some new production gear! (GoPro Hero2 and Blackmagic Intensity Extreme) Next week, I'm attempting the first LIVE episode of Indy News! Visit this channel—youtube.com Monday, May 28 at 2:00 pm EDT and/or 9:00 pm EDT. (That's 6:00 pm GMT and 2:00 am GMT.) Two times, because I'm broadcasting two episodes! VIDEO LINKS Video Game High School episode 1: www.youtube.com VGHS Behind-the-scenes: www.youtube.com Joe Murphy's printable tilt lens adapter: www.youtube.com Chris Hall's iPad teleprompter: www.youtube.com OTHER LINKS Meet other Indy Mogulers in the forums: forum.indymogul.com Vote for Joe's tilt adapter on Instuctable.com www.instructables.com

The 180 Degree Rule: Doing it Right, Doing it Wrong & Doing it With Three People - FRIDAY 101

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This week, Russell explains the 180 Degree Rule of filmmaking by showing how to do it, how not to do it, and what to do if you have three actors to go between instead of just two. If you have a question, are seeking advice (FILMMAKING advice, Russ is NOT, in fact, a licensed therapist), or were just wondering about anything at all film or video related, send an email to: FRIDAY101MAIL@Gmail.com Even quick, simple questions will do. Have something to add to any of the topics we discussed on this episode? Send us a video response, or a Youtube link via email, and record yourself weighing in! If we like it, we'll add it to the links at the end of the episode! If you have made a movie and want advice as to how it could be better, send a Youtube link, listed or unlisted, to: FRIDAY101MAIL@Gmail.com and let Russell know you want your movie put on THE CHOPPING BLOCK! Intro Video by Anthony De Coninck (aka Stylow) www.youtube.com Music by Abhilash Buch www.soundcloud.com THIS WEEK'S VIDEO LINKS: Videomaker Magazine Explains the 180 Degree Rule: www.youtube.com Jordan Fountain's Short Film From the Show: www.youtube.com Russell's Latest Short Film, "Window Visitor": www.youtube.com

Rear Projection, Day-for-night : Awesome Directors Project

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In his second behind-the-scenes episode, Awesome Director Oliver Mellan showcases new footage from his sci-fi noir film, "Six Planets of the Song," and discusses rear projection shots, day-for-night effects, and using a hi-hat (low angle tripod) in a kayak! Subscribe to Oliver's channel: www.youtube.com View production photos: olivermellan.com

Rule of Thirds, Documentary Filmmaking Tutorial & DIY Helmet Cam : Indy News

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Griffin reports on Zack Finfrock's Kickstarter success, DakaKin's DIY helmet camera, the Indie Machines' latest behind-the-scenes video, the 48-hour Guerrilla Film Challenge, and a bunch of documentary filmmaking tips: Rule of Thirds, and how to shoot good interviews, b-roll, and nat sound breaks. VIDEO LINKS DakaKin's DIY helmet camera: www.youtube.com The Indie Machine's Avengers behind-the-scenes: www.youtube.com 48-hour Guerrilla Film Challenge: www.youtube.com Last week's Indy News (iPhone videography): www.youtube.com Last week's Friday 101: www.youtube.com OTHER LINKS "Fallout: Nuka Break" on Kickstarter: www.kickstarter.com Film Fights: filmfights.com

Build Your DSLR Lens Collection For CHEAP! : FRIDAY 101

Fri, 11 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Russell introduces his new show, "Friday 101", gives us his pick for the best AFFORDABLE HD Camera, and gives a few leads on how to find CHEAP lenses to build up your DSLR lens collection. If you have a question, are seeking advice (FILMMAKING advice, Russ is NOT, in fact, a licensed therapist), or were just wondering about anything at all film or video related, send an email to: FRIDAY101MAIL@Gmail.com Even quick, simple questions will do. Have something to add to any of the topics we discussed on this episode? Send us a video response, or a Youtube link via email, and record yourself weighing in! If we like it, we'll add it to the links at the end of the episode! If you have made a movie and want advice as to how it could be better, send a Youtube link, listed or unlisted, to: FRIDAY101MAIL@Gmail.com and let Russell know you want your movie put on THE CHOPPING BLOCK! THIS WEEK'S VIDEO LINKS: Erik Beck Talks DSLR Lenses on "Q and Erik": www.youtube.com B&H Photo Compares Various Entry-Level DSLR Cameras: www.youtube.com Russell's Latest Short Film, "Facial Hair War": www.youtube.com

Free Props & Simple DIY Underwater Video : Awesome Directors Project

Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Awesome Director Oliver Mellan shows us how he acquired the free props, set pieces and costumes for his sci-fi noir short film. He also demonstrates a cheap way to capture underwater video. Subscribe to Oliver Mellan: www.youtube.com Watch his "Threadless FREAKERS" video: www.youtube.com

iPhone videography & DIY XLR mic-to-iPhone adapter : Indy News

Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Griffin reports on The Avengers' record-breaking weekend, the Indie Machines' latest short, a DIY shoulder mount and DIY ring light, iPhone videography tips and a DIY adapter to turn an iPhone into a portable XLR audio recorder. VIDEO LINKS Indie Machine's "Avengers Girls": www.youtube.com Parker's $20 DIY ring light: www.youtube.com Film Riot's iPhone Filming Tips: www.youtube.com ADDITIONAL LINKS $25 camera shoulder rig: lifehacker.com Binder clips, iPhone DIY tripod mount: lifehacker.com Glif, iPhone tripod mount: www.studioneat.com Tiltpod, tiny iPhone tripod: www.kickstarter.com Galileo, robotic tilt/pan for iPhone: www.kickstarter.com

Moguler Made! : Movie Quest 044 : BREAK TIME!

Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

For iPhone/iPad users, check out the videos by clicking the links below: CLICK HERE TO START: www.youtube.com LIVE CHAT WITH RUSS AND CHAD OF HEY KILLER!! Wednesdays, 12pm-5pm EST, not to mention a new SECOND SHOW at 9:30pm Eastern Time, at the following link: livestream.com Oh, and they leave it on a lot randomly during the week while they work. Like them on Facebook to get notified when they're online! facebook.com Submit your favorite Youtube videos by sending a message directly to heykillerfilms on Youtube, on the Hey Killer Facebook at facebook.com/heykillerfilms, on Twitter @heykillerfilms, or by email at heykillerfilms@gmail.com. It's break time! After 44 weeks in a row, Movie Quest is taking a short break. We'll be back showing EVEN MORE Moguler Made Movies in a few weeks, but next Friday, come back and check out Russ' new show, where we'll take questions and give advice to younger and newer filmmakers. For this week though, enjoy the latest batch of short films, and don't forget to review them all! The Crazy Wait: www.youtube.com Allie: www.youtube.com Reality Dating Show Gone Wrong: www.youtube.com The Disappearance -- Episode 1: www.youtube.com Steven's New Ringtone: www.youtube.com Movie Quest Outro: www.youtube.com Sweepers: www.youtube.com Writer's Block: vwww.youtube.com Click the link at the top of this list to watch all the videos in the proper order. Music Kevin MacLeod www.incompetech.com

Premiere: Dave Seger's Music Video, & May's New Awesome Director!

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Click here to watch Dave Seger's music video: www.youtube.com On the Awesome Directors Project, Dave Seger's music video for the band Flint Eastwood premieres, and Griffin introduces Oliver Mellan, the new Awesome Director for May! Subscribe to Oliver Mellan: www.youtube.com Watch Oliver's Freaker USA Kickstarter video: www.youtube.com Watch Oliver's latest: "Threadless FREAKERS": www.youtube.com

Microphones & Audio Syncing Tutorial : Indy News

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Griffin reports on the 48 frame-per-second hubbub with Peter Jackson's latest film, "The Hobbit," the DIY helmet cam in FreddieW's "Skyrim Badass" short, a sweet time-lapse video from Yosemite, and an in-depth microphone comparison and audio recording tutorial. Equipment featured in this episode: Azden SGM-1X shotgun mic, Sennheiser e816S vocal mic, Azden WLX-Pro wireless lavalier system, and the Zoom H4n portable audio recorder. VIDEO LINKS Russell's wireless microphone review: www.youtube.com FreddieW's Skyrim Badass behind-the-scenes: www.youtube.com Shawn Reeder's Yosemite time-lapse: www.youtube.com Lens tutorial: www.youtube.com

Moguler Made! : Movie Quest 043 : EUROPEAN INVASION!

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

For iPhone/iPad users, check out the videos by clicking the links below: CLICK HERE TO START: www.youtube.com LIVE CHAT WITH RUSS AND CHAD OF HEY KILLER!! Wednesdays, 12pm-5pm EST, not to mention a new SECOND SHOW at 9:30pm Eastern Time, at the following link: livestream.com Oh, and they leave it on a lot randomly during the week while they work. Like them on Facebook to get notified when they're online! facebook.com Submit your favorite Youtube videos by sending a message directly to heykillerfilms on Youtube, on the Hey Killer Facebook at facebook.com/heykillerfilms, on Twitter @heykillerfilms, or by email at heykillerfilms@gmail.com. We decided to have a little fun this week and let a few of our beloved viewers have a hand in the making of an episode! Big thanks to Roland Jacobs (youtube.com/Rodarius) and James Junbao (youtube.com/GoldenPidgeon)! But what does this mean for Chad, who thought he could finally be the main host for an episode? And what if Griffin likes the idea of replacing Russ?? WHAT COULD THIS ALL MEAN??? Ashes, Rust, and Dust -- Chapter 1: www.youtube.com Tall Dark Friend -- This is POP!: www.youtube.com Rom Com: www.youtube.com Blanket: www.youtube.com Dealer: www.youtube.com Movie Quest Outro: www.youtube.com My Angel -- Music Video: www.youtube.com UNLiKeLys -- Episode 1: www.youtube.com Click the link at the top of this list to watch all the videos in the proper order. Music Kevin MacLeod www.incompetech.com

How-to: Retiming Special Effect -- Reverse Slo Mo Music Video : Awesome Directors Project

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

As filmmaker Dave Seger wraps up production on his upcoming music video, he discusses a reverse slow motion practical effect he features in the video. Historically, music videos have messed with timing to create interesting effects, like: Weezer "Undone -- The Sweater Song" www.youtube.com *NSYNC "Pop" www.youtube.com Subscribe to Dave Seger's channel: www.youtube.com Watch his last music video: www.youtube.com

How-to: Finding & Winning Video Contests : Indy News

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Indy News: Griffin reports on new high-res cameras at the NAB Show, stupid / dangerous / disgusting super slow motion, VFXBro's free After Effects preset, and how to find and win video contests, including tips from Marissa at OnlineVideoContests.com. VIDEO LINKS Stupid & Dangerous Slow Motion: www.youtube.com The Indie Machines' Slow Mo Slobber: www.youtube.com VFXBro's "Real Camera Shake" for After Effects: www.youtube.com Griffin's "Love Avocado": www.youtube.com Behind-the-Scenes -- "Love Avocado": www.youtube.com Griffin's "Wonderful" movie trailer: www.youtube.com Griffin's "1000" movie trailer: www.youtube.com Griffin's VMWare Fusion winner: www.youtube.com

Moguler Made! : Movie Quest 042 : MORE MOVIES BY YOU!

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

For iPhone/iPad users, check out the videos by clicking the links below: CLICK HERE TO START: www.youtube.com LIVE CHAT WITH RUSS AND CHAD OF HEY KILLER!! Wednesdays, 12pm-5pm EST, not to mention a new SECOND SHOW at 9:30pm Eastern Time, at the following link: livestream.com Oh, and they leave it on a lot randomly during the week while they work. Like them on Facebook to get notified when they're online! facebook.com Submit your favorite Youtube videos by sending a message directly to heykillerfilms on Youtube, on the Hey Killer Facebook at facebook.com/heykillerfilms, on Twitter @heykillerfilms, or by email at heykillerfilms@gmail.com. More great movies by you guys! Don't forget to leave reviews as you go along throughout the show! Also, Matt Planer's got another video, and he MAY have gotten Russ to make a guest appearance. Actually, he did. He did get Russ to make a guest appearance. Otherwise we wouldn't have mentioned it! Check that out here: www.youtube.com Gunfightgoofin': www.youtube.com The Shot: www.youtube.com Apache Attack: www.youtube.com Flight-Path: www.youtube.com BATDOG!: www.youtube.com Movie Quest Outro: www.youtube.com Anticipation: www.youtube.com Clone War: www.youtube.com Click the link at the top of this list to watch all the videos in the proper order. Music Kevin MacLeod www.incompetech.com

How-to: Circus Stunts & Slow Motion with a RED Epic : Awesome Directors Project

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In his second tutorial, Awesome Director Dave Seger begins production on his circus-inspired music video. Using a RED Epic to capture the storyline of a clown, strongman and aerialist, he shoots super slow motion with breakaway glass, and talks about stunt work. LINKS: Previous episode - Awesome Directors Project: www.youtube.com Lens tutorial - Indy News: www.youtube.com Subscribe to Dave Seger: www.youtube.com Indy Mogul on Facebook: www.facebook.com

Lens Tutorial & YouTube Partner update : Indy News

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Now with more beard, Griffin reports The Indie Machine's latest behind-the-scenes video, BlackBoxTV's thrilling new show and YouTube's broader Partner program. He also walks through the different DSLR lenses he uses, covering f-stop, slow zooms, fast primes, depth of field / bokeh, and crop sensor cameras. VIDEO LINKS The Indie Machines' Cardboard Robots behind-the-scenes: www.youtube.com BlackBoxTV's "Silverwood" premiere: www.youtube.com A detailed explanation of f-stop: www.youtube.com "Regret," the test film that won on FilmFights.com: www.youtube.com

Moguler Made! : Movie Quest 041 : MOVIES BY YOU!

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

For iPhone/iPad users, check out the videos by clicking the links below: CLICK HERE TO START: www.youtube.com LIVE CHAT WITH RUSS AND CHAD OF HEY KILLER!! Wednesdays, 12pm-5pm EST, not to mention a new SECOND SHOW at 9:30pm Eastern Time, at the following link: livestream.com Oh, and they leave it on a lot randomly during the week while they work. Like them on Facebook to get notified when they're online! facebook.com Submit your favorite Youtube videos by sending a message directly to heykillerfilms on Youtube, on the Hey Killer Facebook at facebook.com/heykillerfilms, on Twitter @heykillerfilms, or by email at heykillerfilms@gmail.com. Things run pretty smoothly this week! No battles between Chad and Ab, no attacks back and forth between Matt Planer and James Junbao (for now anyway!). All's quiet on the Indy Mogul front! A perfect time to bring you another great batch of Moguler Made Movies! BackTrack: www.youtube.com Video Noir: www.youtube.com A Throw With Bron: www.youtube.com The Frame: www.youtube.com Master Tiin vs General Grievous: www.youtube.com Movie Quest Outro: www.youtube.com The Virus: www.youtube.com Monitors -- The Escape From EC: www.youtube.com Click the link at the top of this list to watch all the videos in the proper order. Music Kevin MacLeod www.incompetech.com

How-to: Music Video Creative Process : Awesome Directors Project

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In his first tutorial episode, Awesome Director Dave Seger talks about the "coming up with the idea phase" for his music video project. How do you approach the creative process? VIDEO LINKS: Interview with Dave Seger: www.youtube.com Monday's Indy News episode: www.youtube.com The Miricals' "Pretend" music video directed by Dave Seger: www.youtube.com Subscribe to Dave's channel: www.youtube.com Music by Flint Eastwood.

Behind-the-scenes: DIY video light, airbag & boom mic // Super Slow Motion : Indy News

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On today's episode of Indy News, Sony's new NEX-FS700 camera: 4K resolution "ready," with super slow motion—up to 960fps (frames per second). FinalCutKing shoots an awesome slo mo video with a Phantom Flex, The Indie Machines make a new "five-word film," and Awesome Director David Seger produces five back-to-back videos. Griffin gives an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at "Regret," last week's DIY video light test film, including how he shot a car scene with the "Poor Man's Process," created a DIY airbag, and used a DIY boom mic. VIDEO LINKS: FinalCutKing—"Tea Party in Super Slow Motion": www.youtube.com The Indie Machines—"MAN EATS A DEMON PIZZA": www.youtube.com David Seger—"Porcelain - Quick Music Video": www.youtube.com David Seger—"Inner Monologue": www.youtube.com David Seger—"The Feeling Is Mutual": www.youtube.com David Seger—"Parties?": www.youtube.com David Seger—"Charlie's 34th Birthday - Short Film": www.youtube.com Please vote for your favorite "Regret" short film on FilmFights.com (through April 15). Music by Blue Scholars used with artist's permission. DIY video light build episode www.youtube.com "Regret" test film: www.youtube.com "Lens Whacking" episode of Indy News: www.youtube.com

Moguler Made! : Movie Quest 040 : THE SUPER FANS OF MANCHESTER!

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

For iPhone/iPad users, check out the videos by clicking the links below: CLICK HERE TO START: www.youtube.com LIVE CHAT WITH RUSS AND CHAD OF HEY KILLER!! Wednesdays, 12pm-5pm EST at: livestream.com Oh, and they leave it on a lot randomly during the week while they work. Like them on Facebook to get notified when they're online! facebook.com Submit your favorite Youtube videos by sending a message directly to heykillerfilms on Youtube, on the Hey Killer Facebook at facebook.com/heykillerfilms, on Twitter @heykillerfilms, or by email at heykillerfilms@gmail.com. Our first Friday show brings us another great round of Moguler-Made movies! Plus, someone finally sent in a video in regards to getting Russ a superfan! Will the people of the UK go for Russell and his shenanigans, or will they spit on his image when asked to support him? Okay, that's maybe a bit extreme, but seriously, check it out on this week's episode of Movie Quest! Stale Mate of the Third Kind: www.youtube.com Younger: www.youtube.com The Butterfly Effect: www.youtube.com Miss-Guided: www.youtube.com The Stink: www.youtube.com Movie Quest Outro: www.youtube.com Bad Timing: www.youtube.com Psycho Murder Attack: www.youtube.com Click the link at the top of this list to watch all the videos in the proper order. Music Kevin MacLeod www.incompetech.com

How-to: Becoming a Successful Freelancer (Dave Seger Interview) Awesome Directors Project

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In this episode of the Awesome Directors Project, Griffin interviews award-winning freelance producer, David Seger from LA He's worked for Break.com, NBC's "Community," and he'll give us a behind-the-scenes look this month as he produces a music video for the band "Flint Eastwood." Here's Dave's YouTube channel: www.youtube.com