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The Dos and Don’ts of Self-Taping

Controlling the audition environment can be great—especially if you can’t afford to fly across the country to read—but there are bumps to be aware of when it comes to filming your own audition.

4 Ways to Make Your Content More Professional

If you want your content to be taken seriously in an increasingly competitive marketplace, the buck stops with you. Assuming you’ve only got a few bucks in your budget, here are 4 practical tips to help on your climb to the next level.

How To Set Up a Film Shot

So whether you're shooting your own short, web series, reel, or audition, here are some questions and tips to make sure the end product is perfect.

Memorize Your Lines with the iPhone App LineLearner

One solution won’t work for everyone, but if you’re the type who learns best by ear, you may want to take a look at (and a listen to) the iPhone app LineLearner.

Shoot Great Video with Panasonic HC-V700

Panasonic's HC-V700 is not inexpensive, but it takes excellent shots in almost any environment and packs some crucial capabilities to help you capture the scene right the first time.

Videoshots Offers Actors Video Headshots on YouTube

Feinstein recognized that there are many talented actors who may not have performed in concerts but still need high-quality videos of their work, and thus, Videoshots was born. The new program essentially creates "video headshots" for musical theater actors to showcase their vocal performance talents.

5 Settings on a Digital Camera You Should Know

Here are five settings already built into almost DSLRs that will easily allow you to take DIY headshots, production stills, or other promotional photos without breaking open the manual.

How To Make Your Own Tripod

Keeping your camera stable is vital to getting good shots and quality video. That's why using tripod to keep your camera in place will greatly improve your shots immediately.

Turn Your iPad into a Recording Studio with iTrack Solo

Pro audio manufacturer Focusrite has developed a new product called the iTrack Solo that provides you with a two-channel interface you can use right with your iPad.

5 Tips for Navigating the Film Festival Circuit

As a filmmaker, there’s nothing more gratifying than screening your work at a festival. It’s a meeting place for seasoned artists and undiscovered talent alike.