The Freelance PlaybookToday we sit down with Marc Donahue of PermaGrinFilms to discuss shooting hyperlapse videos. How they're shot, what goes into them and the different techniques of shooting them.
Shooting Hyperlapse Videos [Ep180]The Freelance Playbook2021-02-15 | Today we sit down with Marc Donahue of PermaGrinFilms to discuss shooting hyperlapse videos. How they're shot, what goes into them and the different techniques of shooting them.
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iFilmmaker on Facebook: facebook.com/ifilmmaker Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincYouTube Channel Success with Dave Maze [Ep203]The Freelance Playbook2022-03-29 | Dave Maze joins us on this episode to discuss how he was able to receive 100% rights to the Kinotika YouTube channel of which he was once the main host. We're also diving into the features and characteristics of a successful youtube channel and brand. We're analyzing current successful channels and others that used to be in the spotlight and have since dropped off quite a bit. Building a youtube channel is no walk in the park. Many people seem to want to build a new channel each and every day and expect results to become evident from one day to the next; in this episode, Dave and I are discussing the realities of YouTubing and how it is a very burdensome task.
Gear used for this episode: Cameras - Sony FX3 (amzn.to/3hZjV1M) Microphone - Shure SM7B (amzn.to/3yMRoCp) Mixer - Zoom F6 (amzn.to/2RPhdRW) Headphones - Bose QuietComfort 35 II (amzn.to/3fBfF6W)Creating Opportunities For Yourself w/ Taylor Lewis [Ep202]The Freelance Playbook2022-03-17 | Taylor Lewis is just one of three brothers who have an equal part in running Atomic City, a full-service production company who have had the opportunity to have great clients such as Amazon. In this episode, Taylor shares with us how they took the initiative to create spec work and in doing so were able to develop a great relationship that led to them being able to direct a multi-million dollar project with Amazon. Jeff Bezos himself was complimenting and also requesting Atomic City on their next project. They've been able to achieve this feat simply by taking great initiative and creating work when there was no work to create simply to impress a potential client.
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iFilmmaker on Facebook: facebook.com/miamivideoservices Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincEstablishing Your Business Brand & Motive with Evan Bourcier [Ep201]The Freelance Playbook2022-03-10 | Director/DP Evan Bourcier joins us on this episode as we both discuss rebranding our businesses. Both Evan and I go in-depth and explore our unique motives for continuing to run and grow our businesses. Interestingly enough, we come to very different reasons for our work. Sometimes money is not enough of a motivator to continue doing what you're doing. See why and how Evan and myself run our businesses from a motivation factor.
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iFilmmaker on Facebook: facebook.com/ifilmmaker Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincThe Steadicam Operator with Tony Reyes [Ep200]The Freelance Playbook2022-02-22 | Steadicam Operator Tony Reyes joins us all the way from Beijing, China, in the middle of shooting for the Winter Olympics, to discuss his career as a steadicam operator. We’re discussing all aspects of his career from where Tony got started to his position today. Steadicam ops are a highly demanded professionals in the industry and operators like Tony Reyes are killing it in this area.
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iFilmmaker on Facebook: facebook.com/ifilmmaker Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincClients That Don’t Pay, Sending Proposals, and Traveling Rates [Ep199]The Freelance Playbook2022-02-17 | On this episode we’re answering your questions regarding clients who refuse to pay your invoices; when to follow up on sent proposals, and your traveling rates.
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iFilmmaker on Facebook: facebook.com/ifilmmaker Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincWhen To Buy New Gear, When To Send Invoices To Clients, Building Your Crew [Ep199]The Freelance Playbook2022-02-01 | I answer your questions about buying new gear, tracking the money you make on said gear when I invoice my clients after a shoot and building the production crew I work with.
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iFilmmaker on Facebook: facebook.com/ifilmmaker Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincBig Pay For Minimal Work [Ep196]The Freelance Playbook2021-10-19 | On today's episode we're talking about working high paying jobs with little work. What our reactions were when stepping into them and how much of a treat they can be. Especially when working the usual 10 to 12 hour days.
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iFilmmaker on Facebook: facebook.com/ifilmmaker Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincShooting A Sports Feature Documentary with Lemar Griffin [Ep195]The Freelance Playbook2021-10-13 | In this episode we sit down with Lemar Griffin as he talks about his experience shooting a feature documentary for the NFL. He also dives into how he did it as a one man band and the creative process behind his upcoming film.
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iFilmmaker on Facebook: facebook.com/ifilmmaker Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincDirecting A Feature Documentary with Rick Altizer [Ep194]The Freelance Playbook2021-10-13 | On today's episode we talk to Rick Altizer director of the Kendrick Brother's "Show Me The Father". It is a faith based documentary film centered around fatherhood which had a wide release in theaters last month. We dive into storytelling, Rick's approach to interviews, what got him started and his process to telling such a powerful story.
Rick Altizer Website: rickaltizer.com Podcast: The Rick Altizer Show
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iFilmmaker on Facebook: facebook.com/ifilmmaker Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincBroadcast Filmmaking with Joel David Hinrichs [Ep 192]The Freelance Playbook2021-08-26 | Joel David Hinrichs is a Director of Photography specializing in sports-related documentaries for Television release. Joel has had the pleasure of shooting the NFL Super Bowl three times and has even shot at NASA. In this episode we're discussing Joel's body of work and what retirement may look like for freelancers.
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iFilmmaker on Facebook: facebook.com/ifilmmaker Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincDont Get Left Behind [Ep191]The Freelance Playbook2021-07-13 | "If it ain't broke, don't fix it!" We've all heard that one before. When you have found your method that works well for your business, how often are you looking at new gear or software to help improve your efficiency and output? Let's talk about this.
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincGetting Clients On Retainer [Ep190]The Freelance Playbook2021-07-06 | Getting clients on retainer is a "best-cast-scenario" for most freelancers. We're discussing our retainer clients and how you can approach a client to get on retainer with you.
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincAre Consulting Jobs Dangerous For My Business? [Ep189]The Freelance Playbook2021-06-29 | What do you do when a potential client asks you to show them how to do their own videos instead of hiring you to do the video for them. We're discussing the stigma of doing consulting work with our prospective clients. Is this good or bad for your business and the industry in general.
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincIs This Industry for You? [Ep 188]The Freelance Playbook2021-06-22 | Every freelancer does a self assessment when navigating their career. We're discussing how we analyze our business growth, and the risk factors of being a freelance filmmaker. It definitely has it's struggles, but what career path doesn't. We're discussing those challenges on this episode and how we asses if this industry is a good fit for you.
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincOne Man Band Production Sets [Ep187]The Freelance Playbook2021-06-08 | Every production set is different and same goes for those one man band shooters. We're discussing our freelance, one man band, production setups. How we analyze each room, what we're looking for and how we're lighting them as well as sound treating them. It's definitely a work that's worth practicing and getting better at. Creativity is your friend often times.
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincSafety On Production Sets [Ep186]The Freelance Playbook2021-05-31 | In this episode we talk about safety practices on set and how tech scouts are so important when working on productions. Production work should always be fun and creative, however, we must never sacrifice our safety or others.
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincThe High Price of Miscommunication [Ep 185]The Freelance Playbook2021-05-24 | We're discussing one of the biggest jobs of my career, and how the budget went from $13,000 to a whopping $62,000 due to the lack of communication form all parties. This is an eye-opening episode.
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincBurning Your Bridges [Ep 184]The Freelance Playbook2021-05-17 | We're discussing the consequences of burning bridges. When and how it would be appropriate to do so and how to maneuver around avoiding these situations.
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincKnowing Your Role on Set [Ep183]The Freelance Playbook2021-05-11 | We're making some changes to our platform and delivery. On this episode we're introducing our new co-host for the show, Mike Hernandez. I've been working with Mike for some years now so we have a lot of shared experiences. Who better to have some good conversations regarding our work and our business!
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Mike on Instagram: instagram.com/tnstudiosincIndustry Partnerships with Glory Visuals [Ep182]The Freelance Playbook2021-03-09 | In this episode we are talking to Darren and Austin from Glory Visuals about the ins and outs of partnerships in the industry.
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin...Shooting The Great Outdoors with Julien Jarry [Ep179]The Freelance Playbook2021-02-08 | Gear used for this episode: Cameras - Sony FX3 (amzn.to/3hZjV1M) Microphone - Shure SM7B (amzn.to/3yMRoCp) Mixer - Zoom F6 (amzn.to/2RPhdRW) Headphones - Bose QuietComfort 35 II (amzn.to/3fBfF6W)
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Julien on Instagram: instagram.com/julienajarry/?hl=enSony Alpha One (A1) with Dave Maze [Ep178]The Freelance Playbook2021-02-01 | There's a lot of hype behind Sony's latest announcement the new Sony Alpha One, aka the A1 Sauce. Dave Maze from Indy Mogul joins us as we try to figure out who this camera is for. Is this the "perfect camera"? Are the features worth the $6500 price tag? We're discussing all this and more.
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin... Dave on Instagram: instagram.com/davemaze_/?hl=enSPECIAL: Pulling off a Multi-City, Multi-Camera shoot for the NBAThe Freelance Playbook2021-01-30 | Go Creative Show’s Ben Consoli and iFilmmaker Podcast’s Ariel Martinez discuss how they joined forces with creative director Mike Heid to produce the CITY TIES web series for New Era and the NBA. This incredibly ambitious shoot required 3 production crews in 3 different cities to film Boston Celtics' Jayson Tatum, Miami Heat's Tyler Herro and host Quentin Richardson talking about the historic 19-20 NBA Season.
Topics The logistics of a multi camera, multi city shoot through zoom What to do when your camera goes down mid-shoot Recovering damaged media Working with celebrities Tips for finding crews outside your area What we look for in production crews Shooting without a location scout The relationship between ad agencies and production companies
PRODUCTION CREW Mike Heid - Creative Director Jim Buckley - Executive Producer Ben Consoli - Producer Ariel Martines - Cinematographer (Miami) Chris Loughran - Cinematographer (Boston) Francisco Hidalgo - Cinematographer (Orlando)
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin...In Love With The Process with Mike Pecci [Ep177]The Freelance Playbook2021-01-25 | We're sitting down with Award-Winning Director Mike Pecci host of the "In Love With The Process" Podcast. Mike is sharing his methods and concepts that he has learned in his 19+ years of experience in the industry.
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin...Upgrading Your Gear in 2021 [Ep176]The Freelance Playbook2021-01-18 | I am sitting down with Chris and we're discussing if shooting 1080p video in 2021 is still useful. Also, we're diving into some new video equipment for a beginner trying to build up their arsenal.
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin...The Comeback - Ep 175The Freelance Playbook2021-01-11 | We're coming back bigger and stronger than ever! Thank you for your patience. Please look out for announcements and new episodes by subscribing and following us on social media.
Ariel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielmartin...Post Production with Kelsey Brannan (Premiere Gal) | iFilmmaker Podcast Ep. 158The Freelance Playbook2020-08-08 | Keylsey is the founder and Host at Gal Media LLC., a video production and marketing company that manages the Premiere Gal YouTube channel. The company also produces full length educational courses, promotional videos, and motion graphics for a variety of clients. We have a great conversation about her past work and how she utilized the post production skills she had acquired and started a successful youtube channel and company.
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Anthony on Instagram: instagram.com/jerseyfilmmakerWhat We Can Do While Quarantined - iFilmmaker PodcastThe Freelance Playbook2020-04-24 | Filmmaker Julien Jarry is back with us on this episode discussing some new gear that has been announced from Canon like the EOS R5 and C300iii. Also, we're sharing our thoughts on things that we can do as freelance filmmakers to not make our time at home a complete waste.
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Anthony on Instagram: instagram.com/jerseyfilmmakerFeature Documentary Filmmaking w/ Buttery Bros Heber Cannon and Marston SawyersThe Freelance Playbook2020-04-21 | Heber Cannon and Marston Sawyers are directors of the new documentary film "The Fittest" which has been released on iTunes, Amazon, and many other platforms. We're discussing their journey shooting this feature in just a few days and how the story was unraveled so quickly.