The DV Show - Video Production Just Got Easier

The DV Show Podcast for April 18, 2011

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 08:32:18 -0400

Should you invest in high end equipment when pocket cameras are just as good? Which multi camera video switcher should you purchase? Controlling camera shake caused by loud music. Where to find quality, affordable voice over talent for free and wedding video music choices that will quickly land you in jail.

The DV Show Podcast for February 14, 2011

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 22:41:38 -0500

14 tools to help manage your video clips. Where to find cheapo LED lights to use in your productions. External vs internal hard drive for video editing. How frame rates create better video. Free software in the download vault and why video professionals should never sign a work for hire contract.

The DV Show Podcast for February 7, 2011

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 7 Feb 2011 22:44:30 -0500

Why you would suffer with cheap editing software. Computer specs for webcasting. iMac or Mac Pro for editing HD? Ways to easily import Avid footage into Final Cut Pro and what live webcasting service do we recommend?

The DV Show Podcast for August 16, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 09:34:20 -0400

Streaming live video to an iPhone. Computer specs for webcasting. Remotely hosting a webcast. Getting perfect audio level in Final Cut Pro and video business cold calling techniques.

The DV Show Podcast for August 8, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 9 Aug 2010 09:07:25 -0400

Starting a video production business with no money. Recovering video you recorded over. How to make your own basement studio. Advantages of using Premiere Pro over Final Cut Pro. The best quality setting to use when burning a DVD and camera angles they use in movies demonstrated live.

The DV Show Podcast for August 1, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 2 Aug 2010 09:07:52 -0400

Cheap blanket licensing solutions for ALL music. Is there still a demand for high end video work? Does Video email marketing work? Cheaper ways to create 3D video and DVD vs Blu-ray.

The DV Show Podcast for July 25, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 08:57:08 -0400

Starting a video production business. How to find corporations that would be open to getting training videos produced. Your video business website not working out? Tips on ways to improve it. Real Estate video hosting resources and four more ways to make money AFTER you produce a video.

The DV Show Podcast for July 19, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 01:03:59 -0400

Shooting carmercials for money, recording the sounds of thunder without getting zapped, tips and tricks on shooting air shows, what to do when your hard drive camcorder is full and the perfect laptop for video editing. We play marriage counselor to mend the relationship between the Canon XHA1 and Final Cut Pro

The DV Show Podcast for July 12, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 10:36:51 -0400

Whether you’re looking to bring a full blown, multicam production straight to the web or just a single camera shot, this course will take you through the necessary steps needed to get up and running with live video quickly. Learn about the techniques, video and audio equipment plus free or low cost software options available to get the cleanest feed out to your audience. This is the audio version of our live, interactive webinar Broadcasting Online: DIY Webcasting Studio recorded live in our studio on Sunday July 11, 2010 Part 2 continues on Sunday July 18, 2010 from 8 - 9 p.m. EST with live interactive chat to follow.

The DV Show Podcast for June 27, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:32:44 -0400

Getting your show on TV. Starting an editing only business. Getting GoPro video to your website. Starting a court videographer business- is it lucrative? How to charge more when a client wants changes made to their video.

Podcast 433: Competing with Videographers Who Charge Less

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 09:47:16 -0400

If you've been in business as a creative professional for any amount of time, you probably have had to contend with "low-ball" price competitor who will do the same production you can do for less. If you are new in business, perhaps you are the "low-baller"-and maybe you don't even know it. This podcast gives tips and advice on how to compete with the lesser price and get the job.

Podcast 432: Effective Web Design for Video Business

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 10:56:17 -0400

Visual design doesn’t determine the success or failure of a media professional’s web-site. In this course, we focus on the main principles and approaches for effective web design- practical design tips and techniques that are proven to get a potential client to contact you for more information or to do business with you. This is the audio version of our live, interactive webinar Principals of Effective Website Design for Video Business recorded from our studios on Sunday June 13, 2010 from 1 - 2:10 p.m. EST.

The DV Show Podcast for June 6, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Sun, 6 Jun 2010 10:52:20 -0400

This is the audio version of our interactive webinar with Ron Dawson on the Art and Business of HD DSLR Filmmaking (part 1) recorded live from our studios on Sunday June 6, 2010 from 8 - 9:30 p.m. EST. Join us for part 2 on Sunday night, June 13, 2010 from 8-9 p.m. EST with live interactive chat to follow: http://live.thedvshow.com

The DV Show Podcast for May 23, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 24 May 2010 10:27:54 -0400

We pick the brain of Emmy Award winning composer Bruce Zimmerman about how music can actually ruin your video if not carefully thought through. We talk about how to choose the right music to convey the message or feeling you’re trying to put across to the audience.

The DV Show Podcast for May 16, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 17 May 2010 22:20:01 -0400

Should you rent or own your equipment? What makes the most sense? What factors help you make the choice? Ron Dawson author of the book: Refocus gets into incorporating HDSLRs into your business the smart way.

The DV Show Podcast for May 9, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 10 May 2010 09:23:51 -0400

Douglas Flather, Director of Multimedia Product development for the Washington Speakers Bureau, talks with us about how he incorporates new media tricks and techniques to keep up with a high volume video production environment.

The DV Show Podcast for May 3, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 3 May 2010 10:48:11 -0400

We talk about building a video production business and the workflow trends with Elite Videographer Bettina Hein, CEO and founder of Pixability - a video production firm helping entrepreneurs and small businesses tell their story with video and win more customers in the process.

The DV Show Podcast for April 25, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 10:00:00 -0400

The formula for keeping your videos interesting. Why Shooting with DSLR cameras could be a FAD. From wedding to the web: how to stream live video for the world to see. From the cube to the tube. What is takes to enter into the world of freelance video production. What should the salary of a newbie event videographer be?

The DV Show Podcast for April 18, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 10:37:07 -0400

The Pros and cons of HTML 5 vs Flash. Using your laptop to record from a camera. The best way to put HD video on an SD DVD. Alternatives to Final Cut’s Smoothcam and 9 of the best Wordpress plugins for video.

The DV Show Podcast for April 11, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 22:00:19 -0700

Flash or HTML 5 - which one will die first? Licensing your videos for unlimited income. Recreating an auto accident with free 3d software. Z1U camera settings for that perfect shot in low light and more questions answered about HTML 5 video.

The DV Show Podcast for March 1, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 1 Mar 2010 10:02:33 -0800

How to produce an effective sports highlight video for student scholarships. Getting 16:9 video to show up right in a web player. Why P2 cards are better than tape. Equipment recommendation for recording church services and the trouble you can get into when videotaping people without their permission.

The DV Show Podcast for February 22, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 10:00:00 -0800

Adding videos to your site with a fall back player. Tricks to create links to your website on a DVD. Recording audio from an old tape cassette into Final Cut Pro. Necessary tools for creating a screencast with a Mac and the differences between DSL and Cable when streaming live video over the web.

The DV Show Podcast for February 1, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 1 Feb 2010 10:00:26 -0800

Clients stealing freelancers - freelancers stealing clients is there a law against this stuff? Webcasting school sporting events. Using a professional switcher for the web. Organizing your video the easy way. Ron Dawson, author of the book Refocus: Cutting-Edge Strategies to Evolve Your Video Business joins us..

The DV Show Podcast for January 25, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:00:25 -0800

Insuring your video productions - what to cover, how to get it and why it’s important. Easy tricks to transcribe your video. Editing AVCHD in Final Cut Pro. Do you really need a release form for everyone in your video? Entertainment attorney Gordon Firemark helps us answer that question and HTML 5 and Ogg Video- Why YOU should start paying attention.

The DV Show Podcast for January 18, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 10:00:34 -0800

Is being a freelance videographer more than it’s cracked up to be? What your demo reel is missing- and why you’re not getting any work. The trick to getting shallow depth of field without an expensive adapter. Equipment suggestions for broadcasting live video out to ustream.tv.

The DV Show Podcast for January 11, 2010

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:00:13 -0800

44 websites that give you money for producing videos. The #1 professional service needing video right now and how you can get their business. How to quickly get your videos to show up in a Google search. Removing ums and ahs from your audio.

The DV Show Podcast for November 16, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:00:27 -0800

The best HD camcorder for shooting in low light, getting great quality with web video, review of the world’s smallest HD camcorder, the best resolution and methods to scan 35mm slides for DVD and publishers, printers and duplicators- oh my!

The DV Show Podcast for November 9, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 9 Nov 2009 10:08:26 -0800

How to ask for permission when using someone's copyrighted song. Protecting yourself from liability when making a how to video. Remaking public domain movies. The best video production switchers for church productions. Why you should use a video sitemap. And Free software that automatically organizes web video for client review and viewing.

The DV Show Podcast for November 2, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 2 Nov 2009 10:00:00 -0700

3D video production, unlicensed music in a production for sale, using P2 cards with Snow Leopard, camcorder connection issues solved and getting rid of flicker when shooting a TV screen or computer monitor.

The DV Show Podcast for July 20, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:00:00 -0700

Listener questions answered: How to make money with special interest videos. What to charge for sponsorships, fixing JVC camcorder connection issues, 3D video production, converting SD to HD and the Kodak Zi6 vs the Flip Mino...plus more!

The DV Show Podcast for July 13, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:00:19 -0700

From the archive: Podcast from October 30, 2006 Lighting expert Tom Musto is here to give us some tips on getting the film look on video. Daniel Rudd from Stock20.com has advice on choosing music for a demo reel.

The DV Show Podcast for June 15, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 10:00:00 -0700

Need to sell your pictures, videos or other digital content online but not quite ready to open an online store or get a credit card merchant account? Then LicenseStream is for you! Finally you can concentrate on the creative while they manage content delivery and payment processing. Pam Fischer, Community Agent/Strategic Relations Director from ImageSpan tells us more on this edition.

The DV Show Podcast for June 8, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 8 Jun 2009 10:00:00 -0700

How to sell video downloads from your website without paying fees. Embedding high quality Youtube video without their logo and without pop up ads. Archiving Mini DV tape. Douglas Ireland from Vidbids.com joins us to talk about a service that helps videographers find businesses who need a video.

The DV Show Podcast for June 1, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 1 Jun 2009 10:00:00 -0700

So, you want to speed up your computer’s performance and prevent a disaster before your project takes a leap off of a tall cliff into the abyss? We discuss practical computing tips and tricks to keep your system up and running at full speed. We also get into preventing data loss, video dropouts and backing up projects- all to keep angry clients away.

The DV Show Podcast for May 25, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 25 May 2009 10:00:00 -0700

Questions from listeners include: fixing audio and video sync issues when burning to a DVD. 60i, 24P, 30P what does it all mean?. Subtitle software choices and a listener challenges Taiyo Yuden blank media discs as NOT being the best?

The DV Show Podcast for March 16, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 10:01:00 -0500

Twitter, Facebook- both social media sites are getting a lot of attention these days, and as with any next big thing on the web, it’s good to study the trend closely and separate the reality from the hype to what is useful. So, how can your video business grow with these tools? Social Media Expert Ron Dawson joined us for a live recording of the DV Show Podcast to answer this questions and more.

The DV Show Podcast for March 2, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 2 Mar 2009 10:00:00 -0500

We sit back and pick the brain of Thomas Clifford, a 25 year veteran of corporate filmmaking and expert blogger for Fast Company. He gives us some important tips on how to gain greater confidence in capturing an organization's story through the power of authentic video storytelling.

The DV Show Podcast for February 16, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 10:00:26 -0500

Internationally known wedding and event videographers Mark and Trisha Von Lanken joined us for a live recording of the DV Show Podcast to discuss wedding videographer etiquette.

The DV Show Podcast for February 9, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 9 Feb 2009 22:04:39 -0500

Video Business Advisor Steve Yankee joined us for a live recorded seminar about marketing your video business through a downturn. This seminar will give you some common sense guidelines for stepping back, assessing your production business, and applying practical, low-cost tactics for stretching assets and marketing spending further -in the right directions -for a greater yield. We will also brainstorm on some great ideas and techniques to add a little extra to your bottom line, too..

The DV Show Podcast for February 2, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 2 Feb 2009 08:16:28 -0500

Don McAllister is the host of the popular video podcast ScreenCastsOnline, a weekly program composed of video screencasts tutorials that cover different computer-related topics mainly focused on the Apple range of computers. He is one of the few who are now making a living producing screencasts. How do you record a screencast? What tools are needed? Can you really make money? What is the work flow like? Don does not hesitate to let us in on his secrets.

The DV Show Podcast for January 26, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 10:12:31 -0500

We talk about the subject of producing real estate video many times on the DV Show: sell your production services to an agency or agent, show up on site with your camera and create a video tour...easy cash in your pocket. But that’s where it usually ends. Russ Carson joins us from Covids.com to squeeze more out of it than that. He provides tips, techniques and ideas on how your video can create more clicks for the seller and more money in your pocket.

The DV Show Podcast for January 19, 2009

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 10:00:00 -0500

Over $1 million was awarded last year to winners of online video contests. We talk with vidopp.com founder Douglas Ireland about the opportunities every video professional should know about. He also gives some advice on how to win.

The DV Show Podcast for December 22, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 10:00:00 -0500

Last podcast of 2008 We answered 5,654 listener questions- the most we’ve ever done since our inception in March of 2005….that is alot of questions! Total download for all podcasts- 1,223,880 times. Total website visits 2,657,870. Clearly this has been a great year and we’re ready for more in 2009!

The DV Show Podcast for December 15, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 10:00:00 -0500

Whoever thought selling your content online would be profitable? After all, everyone is creating photos, video and audio and just sticking them online to generate traffic to their websites. Viral video is where it’s at they say. Ummm, no it’s not. Licensing your content is where the money is. Stop giving away your stuff to freeloaders and start making some serious income with your videos with help from LicenseStream.

The DV Show Podcast for December 8, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 8 Dec 2008 10:00:05 -0500

We go behind the scenes of Rankin Bass Productions - the company most noted for their stop-motion animation specials like Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer and Frosty Christmas specials. How did they do stop motion animation back then with such limited resources? We talk with Rick Goldschmidt, the official historian for Rankin/Bass Productions, to learn more.

The DV Show Podcast for December 1, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 1 Dec 2008 10:00:00 -0500

Beat the system and get the best price when shopping online for video equipment. We have the secrets and tricks guaranteed to you save you money. Retailers don’t want you to know about this stuff- and it’s all legal. Surprisingly most people accept the prices they see online and move on while others can save $50 to $100 dollars, free shipping and a good percentage off of what others pay.

The DV Show Podcast for November 24, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 10:00:00 -0500

Video business start up. Do it right and reap the profits. Do it wrong and you’re sunk - mad clients, debt, legal problems and a wife on your back who is about to build a dog house for you. On this first edition in a series of 5 podcasts we get into the steps needed to successfully start your own video production business.

The DV Show Podcast for November 17, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 10:00:00 -0500

Navarre Joseph from ribbitfilms.com helps us answer listener questions on getting the best green screen: What color is best green or blue? HD or DV - which gives a better key? Differences between fabric paper or paint. How to take care of the spill on your subject, 4:1:1 or 4:2:2? Lighting tips, software tips - everything you would need to get the perfect key.

The DV Show Podcast for November 10, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 10:00:00 -0500

We speak with Marc Prager, Vice President, Creative Services & Strategy of TurnHere to do a bit of digging in the world of web-based video production they have played such a key role in exploding over the past year.

The DV Show Podcast for October 6, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 6 Oct 2008 10:00:00 -0400

Making tons of money with a stock footage site on steroids. Are matte boxes really worth it? How do I up convert VHS to HD, ferrite collars and firewire cables what does it all mean? Fixing dark video, Windows XP or Vista for video editing and converting UDF formatted DVDs to Quicktime.

The DV Show Podcast for September 29, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:00:00 -0400

Paranormal videographers, the Open Video Project, archiving VHS tape, auto focus versus manual focus during live events and DVD playback fixes.

Vincent Laforet interview. Producer of Reverie

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 13:45:24 -0400

Producer of Reverie, a short film shot entirely with the Canon EOS 5D MKII digital camera.

The DV Show Podcast for September 22, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 10:00:00 -0400

Navarre Joseph from Ribbitfilms.com talks about getting the perfect green screen footage. Getting a church service streamed over the web using free tools and Hooken Mobile answers a question on streaming video to a cell phone.

The DV Show Podcast for September 15, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 10:00:00 -0400

Producing screencasts without permission can get you sued. Making thick accents understandable in your video, the best tapeless camcorder for wedding videos and Jen Boys, Co-Owner of Fairytale Productions gives us real world video business advice.

The DV Show Podcast for September 8, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 8 Sep 2008 10:00:00 -0400

The best HD camcorder for shooting in low light, getting great quality with web video, review of the world's smallest HD camcorder, the best resolution and methods to scan 35mm slides for DVD and publishers, printers and duplicators- oh my!

The DV Show Podcast for September 1, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 1 Sep 2008 10:00:50 -0400

Bubbleguru.com's CEO Kevin Sherman tells us how to get a transparent video greeter on your website the easy way and Bill Panagouleas from DiscreetFX.com gets into their new transition packages for Final Cut Pro and the Tricaster.

The DV Show Podcast for August 25, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 10:00:00 -0400

An easy and cheap way to license your content, putting a transparent video greeter on your website, adding downloadable documents to a DVD and how to sell newsworthy footage to a television station.

The DV Show Podcast for August 18, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 10:00:24 -0400

Wireless video, purchasing video equipment and software from Ebay. The Download Vault has free software, listener email and voice mail questions are answered.

The DV Show Podcast for August 11, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:46:38 -0400

Dual layer DVD questions answered from tapeonline.com, underwater videographer Cliff Etzel joins us to answer a listener question. The Download Vault has free software, listener email and voice mail questions are answered.

The DV Show Podcast for August 4, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 4 Aug 2008 10:00:00 -0400

Help my battery is not charging! How can I recover bad footage from a Mini DV tape? I’m about to shoot in a hockey rink any tips? I heard High definition video production is not good for many reasons and how to recover money from a video you made for a client who suddenly decided not to pay you.

The DV Show Podcast for July 28, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:00:00 -0400

Editing M2T files in Final Cut, fixing jumpy HDV footage, Nero 7 and NTSC burn issues, signs when your hard drive is about to fail, editing AVCHD files in Adobe Premiere and electronic scriptwriting software that finally protects your work.

The DV Show Podcast for July 14, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 10:00:48 -0400

Car videos for money, recording the sounds of thunder without getting zapped, tips and tricks on shooting air shows, what to do when your hard drive camcorder is full and the perfect laptop for video editing.

The DV Show Podcast for July 7, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 7 Jul 2008 10:00:24 -0400

Same-day edit productions make for great treats at wedding receptions and can add to your bottom line. Andrew Hsu, from StudioMSV.com, talks about the advantages and disadvantages of production, distribution and the equipment he uses to make it successful.

The DV Show Podcast for June 30, 2008

brian@thedvshow.com (brian@thedvshow.com) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:00:00 -0400

Rob Lane, CEO of overlay.tv, tells us how to make money placing products within your web videos...the big film studios do it and now you can too with this new service. We take a look at Sony's new XDCAM HD.