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The Top 10 Casting Websites / Best Websites for Finding Actors
18 August, 2021 • Grant PattenSource: Shutterstock 1122523979, royalty-free stock image Finding the right talent is often one of the most challenging aspects of any film production. Thankfully, plenty of casting websites that can help producers fulfill these important production requirements are now available (some even for free). So, let’s do a re...
The Best Budget Camera Stabilizers and Gimbals for Filmmakers
21 June, 2021 • Grant PattenSource: Shutterstock 198672409, royalty-free stock image The truth is that not every filmmaker/videographer can afford a Steadicam, so let’s do a resource round-up of some of the more affordable camera stabilizers and gimbals on the market now. We’ll discuss, in no particular order: DJI RS 2 Glidecam HD-PRO FLYCAM RedK...
The Top 10 LED Lights for Photographers, Videographers and Gaffers
31 May, 2021 • Grant PattenSource: Royalty-free stock photo ID: 1933933148, Shutterstock Light-emitting diode (LED) lights are useful to photographers, videographers and gaffers alike; LEDs have a number of advantages compared to traditional bulbs, including: LEDs tend to stay relatively cool LEDs tend to last a long time LEDs use less energy th...
The Top 20 Filmmaking YouTube Channels | Top YouTube Filmmakers
13 May, 2021 • Grant PattenNeed some inspiration, filmmakers? Check out Front Row’s round-up of the top 20 filmmaking-related channels on YouTube that you should consider subscribing to! In no particular order: Peter McKinnon Matti Haapoja D4Darious DSLR Video Shooter/Caleb Pike DSLRguide Film Courage/Film Courage 2 The Film Look Filmmaker IQ Cr...
The Top 10 Camera Sling Bags for Photographers and Filmmakers
1 April, 2021 • Grant PattenFirst off, what is a camera sling bag? A sling bag refers to bag designed much like a backpack but with a single strap worn over one shoulder and across the upper body instead of a strap for each shoulder. This camera bag type has been getting more and more popular with photographers and filmmakers in recent years, lik...
The Top 12 FREE Music Platforms for Filmmakers | FREE Music for Videos!
8 March, 2021 • Grant PattenIf you’re working on a low-to-no budget film/video project, you’ll probably have to use free music and the good news is, there are some very helpful platforms out there that provide a large variety of free music for download (many just ask for credit). So, let’s do a “resource round-up” of some of the best websites and...
On Set Headsets: Walkie-talkie Headsets and Earpieces for Filmmaking
24 February, 2021 • Matthew TingeyGuest blog post by On Set Headsets Whether you are a first-time production assistant or a veteran filmmaker, you will have to become familiar with walkie-talkies. Communication is a major component of filmmaking and this is normally done through a walkie-talkie that each crewmember is given at the beginning of the shoo...
The Best Film Festivals in New York City | Top 10 Film Festivals NYC
9 February, 2021 • Grant PattenLet’s provide an overview of some of the best film festivals in New York City. Of course, there are other good film festivals in the area and this list isn’t comprehensive; however, the below festivals are certainly among the most notable in NYC. We’ll discuss (in no particular order): New York City Independent Film Fe...
The Best Film Festivals in Alberta | Best Prairie Film Festivals
4 February, 2021 • Grant PattenLet’s provide a high-level overview of some of the best film festivals in Alberta. Of course, there are other good film festivals in the region and this list isn’t comprehensive; however, the below festivals are certainly among the most notable in Alberta. We’ll discuss (in no particular order): Calgary International C...
The Best Film Festivals in Atlantic Canada
27 January, 2021 • Grant PattenLet’s provide a high-level overview of some of the best film festivals in Atlantic Canada. Of course, there are other good film festivals in the region and this list isn’t comprehensive; however, the below festivals are certainly among the most notable in Atlantic Canada. We’ll discuss (in no particular order): FIN Atl...
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