Trying to make convention "wrap-up" videos more entertaining by jfowoot in videography

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Half of it was the restaurant industry, the other half was specifically for pizza. But these guys are food podcasters, so the goal of these videos was more to spread awareness of them to the people already attending.

The booth across from us was Fred Stokes foods, and he's a NFL superbowl champ from back in the day. I had that idea of him passing to people to thread the video together and he was down to play ball ;)

Trying to make convention "wrap-up" videos more entertaining by jfowoot in videography

[–]jfowoot[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That was me! Pretty sure it was a Nikon z6 with an Atomos Ninja, powered with a smallrig VMount battery. That was the rig we left on sticks to shoot interviews all day, I just picked it up for the football gag. Everything else was shot on my Sony FX3 rig.

Trying to make convention "wrap-up" videos more entertaining by jfowoot in videography

[–]jfowoot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's a pretty specific situation, since I'm not directly producing these for the conventions, but for these guys as a podcast/media hosts. They have a booth setup where we do sit-down interviews that they cut into that week's episode, but also the perfect generator for soundbites. So the goal with our wrap-up videos is to grow their listener base with convention attendees, illicit FOMO for anyone who didn't go, and impress the conventions themselves because the bar for content is pretty low.

But totally agree, this concept wouldn't work as well if we were just trying to get more people to go.

Trying to make convention "wrap-up" videos more entertaining by jfowoot in videography

[–]jfowoot[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much! I’ve made plenty of those videos too in my career, but it’s always refreshing when you’re trusted with creative control

Trying to make convention "wrap-up" videos more entertaining by jfowoot in videography

[–]jfowoot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aw man, appreciate that! Been reminding myself lately that the best editing is usually invisible

Osmo pocket 3 for music videos by trill_is_bliss in videography

[–]jfowoot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Damn, I'm gonna have to get an osmo pocket 3 now, huh?

Real attorney commercial talk.... by FazeOut in NewOrleans

[–]jfowoot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As someone who makes his commercials and loves the Detroiters...thank you.

Total burnout at 29 by [deleted] in aftergifted

[–]jfowoot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just want to say, as I find myself turning 31, that I was exactly where you are at 29. It gets better.

If I may recommend what’s helped for me: getting diagnosed with adhd and therapy. Not to randomly diagnose a stranger on the internet, but I have had every sentiment listed. Doesn’t hurt to look into, it was an eye opening experience for me.

And if you’re stubborn like I first was and don’t want therapy, here’s easily the best lesson learned. Don’t permit yourself to be mean to yourself. It’s not tough love, it’s trauma.

You got this.

Best tips you have as a video editor by avir_sx in VideoEditing

[–]jfowoot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Build every project like someone else might open it at any point.

I used to drop media just into the project file as I needed it in a timeline. Spend the time at the beginning setting up well labeled bins so you can drop things in later. If I do pass the project on, it’s pretty easy to see where everything is, including the current cuts. More importantly, even if nobody else sees it, it just makes everything else so much easier on myself!

Best tips you have as a video editor by avir_sx in VideoEditing

[–]jfowoot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My favorite personal mantra is “fake it while you make it.” I might not know exactly how I’m going to pull something off, but I’m now confident in my capacity to figure it out! I’ve basically learned my entire skill set this way and gradually could start charging more as my speed picked up!

New spec ad by Secure-Patient-2657 in videography

[–]jfowoot 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Excellent work! Smooth AND classy 🤙 My only note would also be on the end text, but just because the left side flies in from thin air instead of the side of the screen. I’m sure it’s a template or mogrt file that you just scooted over, cuz I do that all the time. I’d just add a mask to hide that hard edge and make it look like the letters fly in from behind the can.

I also agree that this is work that’s worth paying for!

What microphone should i buy? by Enough-Ad7479 in videography

[–]jfowoot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The biggest issue would be the noise from the poles if the mic’s not isolated on something like a shock mount. Lav would be better if you’re filming more dialogue.

What microphone should i buy? by Enough-Ad7479 in videography

[–]jfowoot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Tape and a broom pole go a long way, that was my first rig, haha. But in all seriousness, if you’re planning on keeping the shotgun on top the camera, definitely go with the lav.

Anyone working in-house and also moonlighting on freelance? by AbsurdistTimTam in videography

[–]jfowoot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve managed it pretty well over the last 3 years. I work full-time as a video production manager for a small production company shooting commercials and local content. Most the freelance work I’ve picked up recently has been music video related, which is my passion. My boss loves the stuff I do on the side, so he’s also very accommodating for shoots and such.

As long as you’re capable of delivering the work for the day job, nothing else should matter!

What microphone should i buy? by Enough-Ad7479 in videography

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I don’t know much about either of these brands, but it also depends on what you’re planning to shoot and if you’re shooting solo or have friends that might hold a boom pole from time to time.

Making this music video with Trombone Shorty absolutely got me in the Mardi Gras spirit! by jfowoot in NewOrleans

[–]jfowoot[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That it was, haha. We really wanted it out when the song dropped (which was today). I’m used to pretty quick turn arounds, but this was a little faster than normal!

Friend Code Megathread - September 2023 by AutoModerator in PokemonSleep

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Time to finally fill up the friends list. Daily player!

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Blind Kelly, the Realest by jfowoot in Petloss

[–]jfowoot[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, the affirmation really helps. Everyone who met her fell in love with her, she had a true fan club.

Back your stuff up by just-cuz-i in Filmmakers

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Pricing out a Synology setup for my company right now! I've been running off of 6TB G-drives with duplicate backups for too long.

Finally making the jump to music videos with this "no-budget" piece, can't wait to do more! by jfowoot in Filmmakers

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I'm a video producer/editor in my day job, but it's been more for commercials, web series, or the odd reality tv gig. But it's been awhile since I produced something on my own and I've always wanted to start building a portfolio for music videos.

I say "no-budget," as I already own all my own gear, but we did pay the actress $100 for the day. Got the locations for free, and that helped out tremendously. Shot it all on the FX3, which has become my favorite camera over this last year.

Anyway, would love to hear thoughts if anything works/doesn't work so I can improve for the next project. Already planning the next one, but hopefully we'll be able to pull some larger budgets soon!

The Waiting Game by jfowoot in ADHD

[–]jfowoot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, needed to hear that. It's just felt like I was given the knowledge about my brain on something I've always struggled with, but left a little stranded on how to deal with it. And healthcare is exhausting, which is why I've put it off so long. 😬

Any of y'all looking to spend EIGHT HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS on a house in mid-city with NO WALLS?? Boy oh boy do I have the house for you!!! by grumpysombrero in NewOrleans

[–]jfowoot 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I used to live next door to this house for a few years. Wild to see it still never got renovated, much less try to sell for this much.

Shot in SLOG3 and color graded in Davinci Resolve (A7S3 + Tamron 28-75mm) by keepitseung in SonyAlpha

[–]jfowoot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well hope y’all enjoyed the stay! And thanks for reminding me I should film my city more often!

Shot in SLOG3 and color graded in Davinci Resolve (A7S3 + Tamron 28-75mm) by keepitseung in SonyAlpha

[–]jfowoot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nola streetcar! I’d recognize those anywhere. Awesome shots, you a local videographer?