Beyond 4K Buzz & Trends
FilmLight: Meet the Colorist
French born, Aline Sinquin first intended to be a DOP but when she encountered colour grading, she could not let go. Aline’s creative energy and passion is apparent in her entire body of work where she has worked across many brands, and with acclaimed directors. Today she is leading her own specialist colour grading boutique in the heart of SoHo in New York.
Smokin’ Hot Atomos Shogun Flame: What You See Is What You Get
Let’s get it straight right from the get-go. Right now there are several very goodfield recorders/monitorsout in the field as we speak. I have had the good fortune of using and reviewing others such asBlackmagic Design Video Assist($895) andVideo Design PIX-E7($1695) to name two.
Supporting the 4K Revolution in Sports Broadcasting
For years, sports video production professionals have been in the unique position of being able to forecast upcoming broadcast trends. From the transition of standard definition to high definition to 4K, sports video production has influenced the purchasing decisions of millions of home viewers with each Super Bowl, Olympics, and UEFA European Championship. Now Vinten, a leading provider of manual and robotic camera support systems and a Vitec Group brand, is proud to announce the release of their new whitepaper “Supporting the 4K Revolution in Sports Broadcasting.” With more global sports networks switching to 4K resolution, this white paper – written by the Vinten Product Manager Philip Dalgoutte – examines the importance of camera supports in 4K and UHD adoption for sports video production.
Image Engine Grapples with Graphorns in Fantastic Beasts
As the title suggests, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is all about outlandish creatures—which made it a perfect project for Image Engine and its established creature pipeline. The team worked to bring four mythical beasts to life for this new installment in the Harry Potter universe, along with generating a variety of other vivid visual effects.
VFX Spotlight: Animatrik's Post Production Supervisor Sara Cameron
In our recent Q&A with Animatrik's Post Production Supervisor, Sara Cameron, we learned a little bit more about motion capture and Sara's recent work on Gears of War 4 and Gears of War Ultimate Edition.
Joe Lamond, NAMM President and CEO, Describes the Feeling of NAMM like Wizard of Oz
Joe Lamond, NAMM President and CEO, answers a few questions about the history of the NAMM show, what to expect from this year's show, acknowledging industry greats lost in 2016 & so much more.
RAPTOR prime macro lenses at Band Pro Open House 2016
On December 8th , 2016, Imagecraft Productions became the first rental house inNorth America to offer the new, RAPTOR prime macro lenses for rental.
The Benefits of a Unified Workflow for Multi-Channel and Multi-Format Services
The TV and media industry has seen immense advancements in the way consumers watch and engage with video. The rise of OTT, predominance of multi-device viewing and the sophistication of screen resolutions like 4K/UHD are just some of the latest enhancements that have influenced how broadcasters and content providers approach the consumer viewing experience. Concurrently, and unsurprisingly, consumer demand for this content is flourishing as media outlets and platforms proliferate. The content players that can meet this demand and successfully evolve into a multiplatform driver will emerge as the leaders in today’s rich and evolving media landscape – and reap the rewards. Amongst all the necessary operational fixings that need addressing to get there, implementing a unified, end-to- end digital workflow is a fundamental step in the right direction.
Transitioning to "the Cloud" & Minnetonka's Approach to Cloud Computing
The transition to “the cloud” in our industry has been challenging. In order tounderstand how we address cloud computing, we must follow the history of howwe got here.
4K is Perfect for Internet TV—Here’s Why
The advent of 4K has been talked about and talked about in the media world. Well, guess what? It’s here. The discussion has shifted from theory and conjecture to real needs and challenges. Consumers have demonstrated the appetite for it. Now broadcasters, service providers, content owners and content creators must deliver it.There are enough challenges—from bandwidth strains to quality concerns—when delivering 4K content for broadcast TV. And when you consider 4K for internet-delivered channels it seems even more daunting. But it doesn’t have to be. Here’s what you need to know.
EVS Epsio Zoom Technology Paves Way for 4K Sports
The impact of technology today on sports and the fan experience is growing more and more each day. Fans in and out of the stadium want more access to in-game statistics, insights and the vantage points that they can receive from instant replay and slow motion. EVS, the pioneer of instant replay, just scored an Emmy Award for its Epsio Zoom technology. FOX Sports used Epsio Zoom for first-time 4K coverage of key holes of this year's US Open (golf). The solution was integral to CBS' Super Bowl coverage this year and is in use by the Minnesota Vikings, at MetLife Stadium and by broadcasters, other stadiums and arenas around the world. Read our exclusive interview with James Stellpflug, Vice President of Product Marketing, EVS, about the technology, the impact of 4K, and more.
From Creed to Moonlight to Black Panther, Hannah Bleacher is Unstoppable
Hot off the back of her Emmy nomination for Beyonce's 'Lemonade,' Hannah Bleacher has hit her stride as one of the hottest production designers at the moment. After working on Creed last year, Hannah is enjoying the praises ofdirector Barry Jenkin’s coming-of-age story MOONLIGHT, and is already set to work on the upcoming THE BLACK PANTHER film. In an exclusive interview with ProductionHUB, Hannah talks favorite sets, challenges with filming and more.
