Cloud integration: The only way is up
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In 2017 we saw the introduction of SMPTE 2110 and since then, the transition to IP has emerged as a priority for broadcasters looking to streamline their operations, decrease their footprint and effectively integrate with an industry in a rapid state of flux. A 2020 survey by Devoncroft found that almost 20% of broadcasters had already deployed SMPTE 2110, and over 25% were planning to do so. Then came the pandemic, precipitating the need for on-the-fly collaboration and accelerating the transition to remote, virtual and cloud production. |
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Why Renting is the New Buying
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To rent or to buy? This has long been a topic of debate in the world of property, with people having to choose between spending virtually all of their money up front or giving their money away each month with little chance of seeing a return. |
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,gravity media
,ott
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An Argument for the Z Cam
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Z Cam first dipped their toes into the cinema camera market back at NAB 2018 with the release of the E2 and since then they have proven themselves as one of the go-to camera manufacturers for affordable and unique camera solutions. Their family of cinema cameras has since evolved into a set of 6. |
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,cvp
,cvpgroup
,micro four thirds
,e2c
,zcam
,full frame 6k
,tilta
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Gearing up for The Americas with Simon Reeve
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For several years, it has been my honour to collaborate as director of photography with Simon Reeve, the well-known British author, adventurer, and TV presenter. Our latest partnership, the popular BBC Two program “The Americas With Simon Reeve,” is our most ambitious project yet, tracing Simon’s journey from the top to the toe of two continents. Series 1 of “The Americas,” covering North and Central America, has just finished airing on BBC Two. Currently in production, Series 2 will continue the story down through South America and will air in 2020. |
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,litepanels
,vitec
,pxw x500
,a7s dslr
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CVP Helps Productions Choose the Right Lens for the Job
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CVP Technical Specialist, Sam Measure, on how the company’s free online Lens Coverage and Camera Comparison tool is giving something back to the filmmaking community. |
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,cvp
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,arri
,fuji
,red
,alexa lf
,venuce
,monstro
,full frame
,super 35
,hawks
,vantage
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Get Your KitPlus On - The KitPlus Show MediaCityUK 2019
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A record number exhibitors, ready to demonstrate leading products, services, and technologies from more than 100 brands – many for the first time - will be on hand at the ninth annual KitPlus Show Manchester, taking place at MediaCityUK, Salford Quays, on 5 November. |
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,kitplusshow
,cherry wallis
,alex pettitt
,chris pearless
,matt lees
,shut up sit down
,neil thompson
,fx9
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IBC 2019 A Whistle Stop Rundown
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I’ve been to IBC once before, taking to the floor with Simon, Matt, Jon and the rest of the KitPlus team to assist with the filming of interviews. This was a lot of fun, but it was hard to find the time to look at the kit I wanted to see. This year with the demise of BVE and unable to make it to the Media Production Show I decided to fork out for a ‘research’ trip to IBC. In the spirit of full disclosure, I ought to note that I have two small children and a very busy work schedule, so the trip had nothing to do with escaping for a weekend of uninterrupted sleep and meal times (honest). Due to these commitments I could only manage one full day and a few hours the next day at the show so it was a lot to cram in trying to see everything I wanted to see! |
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,spellbinder
,fx9
,fs7
,c500mkii
,c500
,canon
,sony
,6k
,baselight
,blackmagic
,frame.io
,sonnet
,echo express
,tb50 battery
,xpine
,bright tangerine
,atem mini
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Creating A Signature Look With Lighting
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As an LA-based DP, I view my role as a narrative storyteller. For me, cinematography is not just about getting some nice images – it’s about telling truths. I love being able to weave a story with imagery and capture something that’s real, whether through performance or visual symbolism. Lighting is one of my most important mechanisms for capturing those moments of truth. |
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,gemini 2x1
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To Remotely Go - TVFutures
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One of my biggest concerns as an academic responsible for the education of hundreds of students is the ‘appropriateness’ of much of the technology we purchase and implement within the curriculum. The last few years have seen tremendous change in all sorts of technologies, and the broadcast industry is just one sector that has seen some significant leaps in innovation. |
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,university
,portsmouth
,graduation
,guildhall
,newtek
,streaming
,pxw-fs7
,ndi
,ip
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The University of the Third Age
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Here's a cliché - "We all get to be old one day - if we're lucky". There comes a point when things like "....mastered in Dolby Vision Domestic and SDR Rec 709....." become just a touch unimportant (and actually I never really understood that stuff in the first place). I retired for the third time last year - BBC producer, and before that cameraman, then freelance producer, trainer, do-your-own camera, sound, editor, blah blah, then 11 years university teaching. I did my bit - never a BAFTA, but certainly the first into a good few things - but it all has to come to an end sometime. |
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,u3a
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,davinci resolve
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